Renato Souza

At #FIIPRIORITY in #Rio, André Esteves, Chairman & Senior Partner, BTG Pactual underscores how can #Brazil leverage its #CleanEnergy matrix to address critical global challenges like #EnergyCrisis & #FoodSecurity. Watch the full panel: https://lnkd.in/dBks4iaa

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The article from O Globo on June 14 delivers an important message from the G20 in Brazil. The Oceans 20 (O20) is an engagement group within the G20 focused on ocean sustainability and marine conservation. Its goal is to promote the Blue Economy, which aims at the sustainable use of oceanic resources for economic growth, livelihood improvement, and job creation while maintaining the health of marine ecosystems. Projections from the OECD indicate that by 2030, the oceans could become the 7th largest global economy, generating $3 trillion. The priorities of the O20 include addressing the climate crisis, promoting social equity, conserving the oceans, developing science and technology, and strengthening global governance. The Blue Economy promotes the sustainable and responsible use of marine resources, biodiversity conservation, research and technological development, as well as integrating coastal and indigenous communities into economic activities. In Brazil, the concept is particularly relevant for the Blue Amazon, focusing on the responsible exploitation of resources such as oil and promoting technological innovation for marine conservation. Civil society will present demands to the G20 in July, focusing on the ratification of the High Seas Treaty before the UN Conference in 2025. The ocean conservation goals of the O20 include protecting marine biodiversity, ensuring resource sustainability, combating pollution, promoting research and innovation, and reinforcing governance and international collaboration. The Oceans 20 will play a crucial role in promoting ocean sustainability and marine conservation, aiming for a balance between economic development and the preservation of marine ecosystems. It is essential for the global community to unite in support of these goals, ensuring a healthy and prosperous future for present and future generations. https://lnkd.in/dxH2AmKP https://lnkd.in/dbhGTSJB #blueeconomy #sustainability #G20

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"Empowering Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises through Digital Business Model Innovation", published in May 2024 by the World Economic Forum. 👇 This report explores Brazil's neo-#industrialization #policy, focusing on #digitaltransformation to enhance productivity and global relevance. It offers a guide for manufacturers, particularly #SMEs, to #innovate #businessmodels and integrate #newtechnologies, ensuring competitiveness in the changing global market. Link: https://lnkd.in/dBDpUT34 #web4 #web5 #digitalera #digitaltransformation #web3 #atificialera #digitalidentity #eID #digitalservices #digitalmarketplace #digitaltrade #digitalproducts #digitalproductpassport #digitalcommerce 

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I could not be more pleased to share the 2-year extension of the work of the @Business Commission to Tackle Inequality. This week will start the countdown to #COP30 in Brazil together with 80+ global executives – including 55 corporations, multiple #UnitedNations agencies, civil society leaders, and numerous business networks. The goal: Drive real progress on the #TacklingInequality Action Agenda (www.tacklinginequality.org) that was published exactly a year ago. Through #BCTI, the goal is not only to help corporate members to accelerate and deepen their value chains to be #inclusive and #resilient, but also to help shape markets where all can thrive using our collective power to #transform systems. Leveraging the work of leading WBCSD members and partners such as Unilever ShareAction Manpower Danone World Benchmarking Alliance Forum for the Future The world is looking at business to lead the way through the transition. The time to act is now. To learn about the initiative and meet the Commissioners, visit: www.tacklinginequality.org #tacklinginequality @united nations  #BCTI is hosted by the @World Business Council for Sustainable Development. To learn more contact: EquityAction@wbcsd.org Video: https://lnkd.in/g4pnAAYB

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💯 We're counting down to the #B20SummitBrasil! It will be an exciting time to discuss B20's legacy programs and policy recommendations for a sustainable future. Follow us on social media for updates. #B20Brasil

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NEW!!! Research Article in Social and Environmental Accountability Journal: #Queer Performance of #Gay and #Cis Men #Accountants from the Perspective of #Tokenism by Daniel de Jesus Pereira, Marcia Juliana d'Angelo and Breno Machado Cola Instituto Federal de Alagoas Fucape Business School "This study, using the Critical Incident Technique methodology in queer studies in an #accounting environment – #organisations and accountants – is a first attempt to provide no more than preliminary insights that these social actors are still far from deconstructing and destabilising #power relations that emerge from #heteronormativity and #heterosexism. Overall, from the #tokenism perspective, the results of this empirical analysis revealed that #Brazilian accounting professionals still have a long way to be queer accountants and work in queer accounting environments." CSEAR UK, St Andrews https://lnkd.in/g3dpCFSx

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Today, I attended a lecture by Mr. Jan-Gustav Strandenaes at the SDG Academy and wanted to remind everyone about the upcoming UN #HLPF2024 side event organized by #INTOSAI, which you can participate in online. Mr. Strandenaes emphasized that strong and active governance structures are essential for addressing climate, environmental, and sustainability issues. This is precisely where Supreme Audit Institutions (#SAIs) play a crucial role in holding governments accountable, as exemplified by initiatives like #Climatescanner. Transparency and accountability are key, and this is also the core message of #SAI20: SAIs matter and are central to driving change!

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The tragedy in the South of Brazil is human made in every possible way. The rains were intensified by climate change and, to make matters worse, only 0.13% of parliamentary amendments were destined for natural disasters prevention until the beginning of May [1]. Some politicians think that coming in after a disaster to help will increase their popularity more than working on preventative measures, which people won’t recognize the need for and might disturb resident’s daily lives. It’s time we started putting more emphasis on prevention than lazily waiting to act only when things get worse. A great example of this is PlaNYC. Released every four years as required by the local law, this document lays out the city’s long-term strategy to deal with climate change [2]. Brazil should follow this example and legally require every state to provide a plan like this and implement it. [1] https://lnkd.in/etFEEG89 [2] https://lnkd.in/e88QfbGF

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Delegates from 198 countries in Bonn for the UN Climate Change #JuneClimateMeetings have concluded draft texts for COP29. Some progress was made in several areas: 1. they have streamlined the content for the New Collective Quantified Goal on Climate Finance, aiming to finalize a substantive draft before COP29; 2. they advanced adaptation indicators to be forward-looking, effective, and scientifically sound; 3. Steps were taken towards improving the international carbon market (yes, I know) and 4. Parties collaborated for greater transparency and supported each other in planning stronger climate action plans. ***The need for decisive coordinated action among governments, private sector, and civil society to invulnerable climate challenges, remains an urgent task.*** I'm sharing our article, co-authored with esteemed climate experts Dr. Thelma Krug, Chair of the World Meteorological Organization Global Climate Observing System (GCOS), and Dr. Carlos A. Nobre from the Instituto de Estudos Avançados da USP, with valuable insights into the climate crisis highlighting multidisciplinary strategies to mitigate its impacts. The English version of the article is available at: https://lnkd.in/dbCUqBwZ Recent events worldwide highlight the urgent need for increased funding to address the growing inequality among vulnerable populations and governments struggling to adapt to climate impacts. While the loss and damage fund at #COP28 is a step forward, it falls short of requirements, and better regulation is essential for effective disbursement. Extreme weather events underscore the immediate necessity for adequate financing to support vulnerable communities and bolster their resilience to climate impacts. The intersection of climate change and inequality poses significant challenges to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda's national and global goals. Addressing these challenges demands integrated initiatives, robust climate finance, and enhanced international cooperation to ensure a sustainable future for all. #climatechange #sustainability #science #COP29 EY

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Empowering Cities to Boost Family Well-being Family well-being is increasingly becoming a central focus for city governments. At the U20 Summit, mayors and city officials from around the world shared insights on specific proposals aimed at empowering cities to deliver on these priorities. The discussions centered around the crucial role cities play in addressing global challenges such as climate change, urban finance, and social #equity, all of which directly impact the quality of life for #families.

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New pension regulations in Brazil allow employer sponsors of supplemental retirement plans administered by so-called closed pension entities (similar to trusteed funds in the U.S. and U.K.) to establish procedures for automatically enrolling new employees into the plan. Separate new tax legislation gives participants in supplemental retirement plans more flexibility in selecting the tax treatment of their retirement benefits.

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🌍 Thrilled to join today in the "Global Bioeconomy - Stocktake of G20 Strategies and Practices" panel at the prestigious #G20 Initiative on Bioeconomy (GIB) event in Brasilia. This gathering is one step forward under the Brazilian presidency, focusing on advancing sustainable practices that can shape the future of our economies. 🌿 At this event, alongside global leaders and experts, we will delve into the transformative potential of bioeconomy strategies and how they can promote environmental sustainability and economic growth simultaneously. It's an honor to contribute to this vital conversation and share perspectives on leveraging bioeconomy for sustainable development. #bioeconomy #bioresource #biotechnology #bioecology #bioproducts #sustainability 

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Impact measurement is a crucial skill that requires constant updating. I recently completed the Social Impact course at the Social Policy Institute, Washington University in St. Louis. The course's broad concept extends beyond social impact, making it applicable to various situations and contexts. #ImpactMeasurement #SocialImpact #ProfessionalDevelopment

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Why do you need non-#financial experts on your team for #internationalbusiness in the #environmental space? Case Study: #Legalrisk exists for #REDD+ projects in #Brazil. Short term, the Fundação Nacional dos Povos Indígenas (Funai) has advised #indigenous nations not to sign agreements to allow #carbon projects until the country's #carbonmarket law is in place. Long-term, however, the Fundação makes clear that #indigenous communities should prepare to negotiate these projects. "It is opportune and desirable for #indigenous communities to prepare for these debates, participating and actively focusing on #climatepolicy discussions. [They] should strengthen their own methods of #social organization and their management and planning tools such as consulting #protocols, #environmental and territorial #management plans, and life plans among others." #Businesses would do well to staff up with #cultural and #political specialists to carry out these projects well. #carbonmarkets #climate #deforestation #REDD+ #reforestation

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📢 Belém do Pará is set to host the inaugural Northern Forum on Investments and Impact Businesses, a key event within the 76th Annual Meeting of the Brazilian Society for the Advancement of Science (SBPC). This forum, organized in partnership with ANDE Brasil, aims to foster dialogue between government and civil society, driving the creation of impactful socio-environmental policies that will contribute to a more inclusive and regenerative economy in the region. The forum will shape Simpacto, the newly launched National System of Impact Economy, by proposing policies that strengthen the impact ecosystem in Pará and leverage impact entrepreneurship to address pressing social and environmental challenges. Register here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eWhduA28 #ANDE2024 #Forum #Entrepreneurship #SGBs, Coalizão Pelo Impacto, José Mattos

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With Brazil leading the G20 presidency, how can it better advance its agenda around the topic of innovation for Multilateral Development Banks (MDB)? These were at the heart of a roundtable discussion during Singapore FinTech Festival 2023—and we’ve distilled those insights into this Elevandi x IDB Lab report: https://hubs.ly/Q02ytMlF0

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Halfway through the #G20Brazil presidency, the #G20SFWG's Progress Tracking Dashboard 📈 continues to provide valuable insights into the advancements of the G20 Sustainable Finance Roadmap. 🔄 Regularly updated, based on voluntary contributions, and now with a downloadable report, this dashboard reflects the ongoing efforts from governments, IOs, and financial networks towards achieving #SustainableFinance 🌍💼. 🔍 It's a great resource for anyone looking to understand the progress reported and existing practices for advancing the Roadmap. 🔗 Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eKVqXdxc U.S. Department of the Treasury | #PBOC | G20 Brasil 2024 | Ministério da Fazenda | Banco Central do Brasil | Tesouro Nacional | Lívia Oliveira | Ivan Oliveira | Vinicius Azeredo | Lucas da Silva Tasquetto | Daniela Faria | Gabriel Dizner | Marcos Neto | Tom Beloe | Marcos Mancini | Laure-Anne Parpaleix | Vic de Castro

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🔔 Launch of Brazil's National Bioeconomy Strategy On June 5, 2024, Decree No. 12,044 was published, establishing the National Bioeconomy Strategy. This strategy aims to promote a sustainable economic development model that integrates the conservation and regeneration of biodiversity with the valorization of scientific and traditional knowledge. The decree sets a 30-day deadline for the establishment of the National Bioeconomy Commission, which will be responsible for developing the National Bioeconomy Development Plan. This commission will be formed by a joint act of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services, and the Ministry of Finance. The objectives of the National Bioeconomy Development Plan include defining the necessary resources, actions, responsibilities, goals, and indicators for bioeconomy development, aligning with sectoral policies such as environmental protection, industrial development, science and technology, agriculture, food security, biodiversity, and regional development. It also encompasses thematic areas like financial, normative, and regulatory instruments, data and information management, sustainable infrastructure, and professional and technological education. The plan will be developed within sixty days (60) from the establishment of the National Bioeconomy Commission and aims to foster sustainable and innovative development, benefiting both the environment and the Brazilian economy. This decree represents a significant step towards positioning Brazil as a leader in bioeconomy, promoting sustainability, innovation, and social inclusion. #Bioeconomy #Sustainability #Legislation #Innovation #Environment

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