Goldman Sach’s Renewable Energy Journey, Ep #5

Renewable energy is not a new conversation at Goldman Sachs as they have found a way for the last 10 years to ensure corporate profitability alongside operational sustainability. From their new LEED Gold Certified World headquarters to Sustainable Finance, Cindy shares a comprehensive synopsis of how Goldman Sachs and it’s leadership is being “front footed” in setting an example for social equity, diversity, and inclusivity.  Don’t miss hearing John Failla have a high-level conversation with Cindy Quam about ESG and how renewable energy plays into their vision of sustainability at Goldman Sachs & Co. Cindy is the Chief of Staff and Head of the ESG, Corporate and Workplace Solutions Division at Goldman Sachs, and is passionate about integrating environmental, social, and corporate governance across all their resources, including buildings, people, and communities.  You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Meeting Cindy Quan, Global Head of ESG, Corporate and Workplace Solutions [2:56] Tthe “WHY” behind the ESG initiatives at Goldman Sachs? [5:38] Two Highlights from Goldman Sachs CEO’s sustainable vision [7:53] The Current Renewable Energy portion of ESG at Goldman Sachs [11:12] How the US and UK energy use dominates global consumption [13:28] Goldman Sachs’ diversity preferences for onsite or offsite wind/solar/PPA [15:11] How RE sustainability plays into the future for Goldman Sachs? [18:03] Click here for detailed show notes Resources & People Mentioned David Soloman, CEO Goldman Sachs & CO  Why Goldman Sachs is investing $750 Billion in ESGs Financial Times article on GS Sustainability (subscription required) Connect with Cindy Quan LinkedIn profile Cindy Quan, Global Chief of Staff and Head of ESG, Goldman, Sachs & Co As Global Chief of Staff and Head of ESG at Goldman, Sachs & Co, Cindy Quanoversees global sustainability and social initiatives including the green building portfolio, the firm's energy and carbon reduction strategy and the local community engagement and vendor diversity program. She was responsible for the LEED Gold Certification of the World Headquarters building at 200 West Street in Battery Park City in New York City. Cindy is currently a board member of CoreNet NY and the chair of the external relations committee. Cindy is also an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council's National Market Advisory Committee. Cindy received her executive MBA at Columbia University and London Business Schools in 2014. Prior to joining Goldman Sachs, Cindy graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Facilities Management and Policy Analysis from Cornell University. Connect With Smart Energy Decisions https://smartenergydecisions.com   Follow them on Facebook Follow them on Twitter Follow them on LinkedIn Subscribe to Smart Energy Voices Audio Production and Show notes byPODCAST FAST TRACKhttps://www.podcastfasttrack.com