A Conscious Climate Collaboration Plan: A Practical Guide for Climate Experts and the Businesspeople They Meet
- Mar 28, 2024
- 9 min read
Updated: Jan 28
From Ego to Engagement: A Strategic Blueprint for Climate Experts and Business Leaders: Thought Leadership by #SustXGlobal50 Awardee Dr Dale Perry, AVP, Climate & Environmental Risk, Sun Life Financial, United States

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Summary
In this thought leadership article, "A Conscious Climate Collaboration Plan: A Practical Guide for Climate Experts and the Businesspeople They Meet," Dr Dale Perry, AVP, Climate & Environmental Risk, Sun Life Financial, and a recipient of The SustainabilityX® Magazine Global 50 Women In Sustainability Awards™ 2023 addresses the imperative need for effective collaboration in the face of climate change within the corporate sector. Transitioning from a 20-year federal career to a key role at Sun Life, Dale shares invaluable insights into bridging the communication gap between climate experts and business professionals. She outlines a blueprint for fostering mutual understanding and cooperation, focusing on checking egos, practicing humility, being present, and showing empathy and compassion. Through engaging narratives and tactical advice, she emphasizes the significance of engagement and education in integrating climate considerations into business practices. It calls for a shift towards a more conscious, collaborative approach to addressing climate risks and building resilience, showcasing how such efforts not only contribute to global sustainability goals but also enhance corporate innovation and growth.
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