Can Accountants - and CEOs- Save the World With a Carbon Accounting System?

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Peter Bakker, CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, highlighted the impact of business on the road to net-zero during his speech at SAP SAPPHIRE. In the past, business leaders were not invited to environmental summits, but now they are recognized for their role in sustainability. Read more on Forbes.com.

NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 19, 2023 / SAP

Originally published by Forbes.com on Jul 17, 2023

The first Earth Summit held in Rio de Janeiro in 1992 brought together political leaders, scientists, journalists and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from 179 countries to examine the impact of human activities on the environment.

"Only a handful of business leaders were invited, and when one of them was making a speech in the plenary room, he was booed off the stage after 90 seconds," said Peter Bakker, CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). "In those days, business was considered the source of environmental problems and had no place at this type of meeting."

When Bakker was invited on stage at SAP SAPPHIRE in Barcelona by Sebastian Steinhaeuser, SAP Chief Strategy Officer, he was received with rapt attention from the audience. He was there to highlight the impact of business on the road to net-zero.

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FAQ

Who is the CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development?

The CEO of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development is Peter Bakker.

Where was Peter Bakker invited to speak?

Peter Bakker was invited to speak at SAP SAPPHIRE in Barcelona.

What was the purpose of Peter Bakker's speech?

Peter Bakker's speech aimed to highlight the impact of business on the road to net-zero.

Why were business leaders not invited to the first Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro?

Business leaders were not invited to the first Earth Summit because business was considered the source of environmental problems.

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You can read more about this press release on Forbes.com.