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Managing Climate Risk in the Public and Private Sectors - Marca Hagenstad
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Join us for a timely presentation by economist Marca Hagenstad on how the public and private sector are managing climate risk. As climate change impacts accelerate, understanding and managing climate risks have become a critical priority for both public and private sectors.
In this lunchtime session, we will explore the growing emphasis on climate risk assessments, focusing on recent developments such as California’s landmark ESG regulations, mandating corporate disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related financial risks, and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) final rule on climate disclosures (currently on hold) mandating that public companies report on climate-related risks, disclosing financial impacts of risks and how they are addressing climate change in their operations. The goal of standardized climate risk disclosures is to provide investors and other stakeholders with consistent and comparable climate-related information.
Though Colorado does not yet have statewide mandates for broad climate risk disclosures, the state continues to push for greater transparency through both legislative initiatives and voluntary frameworks, particularly for large emitters and businesses involved in state-funded projects. For example, in 2023 the Colorado General Assembly passed Senate Bill 23-016 mandating the Public Employees’ Retirement Association of Colorado (PERA) to publish information on climate-related risks in investments and operations beginning in 2025.
This session will highlight best practices, practical steps, and resources for organizations in Colorado—both public and private—to begin preparing for climate risk management and align their ESG efforts with emerging national and global standards.
Marca Hagenstad is an Economist and Senior Principal at Stantec with over 30 years of experience integrating economics, energy analytics, and environmental science to help organizations build resilience and address complex environmental challenges. She collaborates with both public and private sectors to develop tailored strategies that respond to climate change, biodiversity loss, and other environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks, driving long-term value creation.
Leveraging her expertise, Marca works across industries to embed resilience into core strategies, with a focus on adaptive solutions, resource efficiency, and stakeholder collaboration. She leads the assessment and disclosure of ESG risks, helping organizations mitigate exposures, optimize supply chains, and advance circular economy initiatives.
Marca specializes in climate risk disclosures (applying ISSB/TCFD recommendations) and guides companies in climate mitigation, adaptation, sustainability, and biodiversity strategies. Additionally, she designs systems for supply chain data collection and supplier engagement, helping organizations identify risks throughout the supply chain and implement effective mitigation strategies. Though affiliated with Stantec’s Denver office, Marca works remotely from Silverton in the San Juan Mountains.
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