In California, water is a case study in extremes, exacerbated by a fast-changing climate. Periods of epic drought followed by torrential precipitation are the new normal, making it harder to manage water supplies and protect the state’s ecosystems, communities, farms, businesses, and infrastructure. Staying involved, engaged and informed on California water risks and solutions is necessary for agriculture and apparel companies that want to grow.In this session, participants will:
Outline California water risks that are material to their sector
Review essential resources that companies and institutional investors can utilize to better value water and comprehend water risks that impact decision making
Comprehend the critical role policies can play in driving solutions, especially those that promote environmental justice and equity in the communities they impact
Speakers
Betty Yee, California State Controller and Ceres Board Member
Cora Kammeyer, Senior Researcher, Pacific Institute
Tim Carey, VP, Sustainability, PepsiCo