Event Schedule
MEMA’s Center for Sustainability hosts events designed specifically for small and mid-sized vehicle suppliers in the OE and Aftermarket sectors. Our sustainability-focused events address the unique challenges you face, offering practical insights and actionable strategies to help you achieve your sustainability goals.
With a mix of virtual, hybrid, and in-person events, our gatherings provide valuable opportunities to connect, collaborate, and learn from industry leaders. Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming Sustainability Center events as we work together to drive progress toward a greener, more sustainable future for the automotive supply industry.
Sustainability Workshop
November 19-20
Southfield, Mich. & Virtual via Zoom
The Power of Life Cycle Assessments
featuring Foresight Management
November's Sustainability Workshop will focus on The Power of Life Cycle Assessments and offer a unique opportunity for you to engage with industry experts and peers.
Workshop Highlights:
- Learn how Life Cycle Assessments measure environmental impact of your product, from raw material extraction to end of life.
- Discover how to compile and analyze datasets from your suppliers to enhance product design and sustainability.
- Unpack the benefits of LCAs to identify risk points, opportunities for improvement, and ways to communicate your sustainability credentials to customers.
- Understand the implications of Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) with regards to LCAs.
Experts from Foresight will guide the workshop, equipping you with the tools to leverage verifiable sustainability attributes and drive business growth. Speakers and the final agenda will be announced soon!
Registration Bonus: By registering for the workshop, you’ll also receive complimentary access to MEMA’s EHS&S Council meeting on Nov. 19 as a guest, followed by a joint networking reception where you can connect with key industry professionals. If you are interested in attending the EHS&S Council meeting, please email Simone Vaughn.
Sustainability Hour
December 11
Virtual via Zoom
Navigating the CSRD: How to Master Emissions Reporting Across Scopes 1, 2 and 3
featuring Ricardo
The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) framework is key to meeting Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requirements. Most companies under CSRD must report on ESRS E1: Climate Change, which requires disclosures on climate-related impacts across operations and the supply chain.
Join MEMA’s next Sustainability Hour on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, where experts from Ricardo will guide you through:
- ESRS E1 requirements, including climate transition plans and target setting
- Emissions reporting across Scopes 1, 2, and 3
- Aligning company policies to accelerate sustainability goals
- Strategies for building resilience to regulations, market pressures, and climate challenges
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your compliance efforts and accelerate your sustainability journey.