ESG Virtual Symposium

By Security Industry Association on July 25, 2026 |

September 9, 2026, 11:00 am EDT

About the Event

Join the Security Industry Association (SIA) virtually Sept. 9, 2026, for three powerful sessions of dialogue and discovery at the ESG Week Virtual Symposium! This free and open-to-all event is presented by the SIA Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Advisory Board and Built Environment Advisory Board and will feature dynamic sessions on key topics in sustainability, environment, social and governance.

Agenda (All Times EDT)

11:00 – 11:30 AM

Welcome, Introductions & Keynote (20 minutes) - TBD

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Enterprise-Wide Sustainability Commercialization: How Every Business Unit Drives Value

Commercializing sustainability is not the responsibility of a single team—it requires the engagement of the entire business. In this session, learn how organizations successfully align product development, sales, marketing, operations, finance, supply chain, and sustainability teams around a shared commercialization strategy. Discover practical methods for creating cross-functional ownership, translating sustainability benefits into customer value propositions, and accelerating market adoption of sustainable solutions

Amy Musanti

Erin Spadavecchia

12:00 - 12: 15 PM

Q/A & Intermission (15 minutes)

12:15 – 12:45 PM

AI, ESG, and Responsible Innovation: Understanding the Environmental and Governance Implications of Artificial Intelligence

As AI integrates into core business operations, decision-making, and security, it reshapes the corporate landscape. But what is the hidden cost? This session explores the critical intersection of AI and ESG frameworks. We will move beyond the hype to examine the tangible environmental footprint of AI—from energy-intensive data centers to large-scale infrastructure—and the governance challenges inherent in responsible deployment.

Join us to uncover emerging best practices for AI accountability, transparency, and ethical use. Through real-world examples and practical guidance, attendees will learn how to balance rapid innovation with long-term sustainability, helping leaders build effective governance frameworks that align AI adoption with corporate ESG goals. Whether you are in security, sustainability, or executive leadership, you will leave with a clear roadmap for deploying AI responsibly.