QI Group participated in a series of virtual World Economic Forum Chief Sustainability Officers Community knowledge sessions in July 2026, gaining perspectives from global experts and business leaders on emerging issues shaping the future of business.
Across three sessions, discussions explored climate resilience, the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on cybersecurity and the evolving role of governance in helping organisations navigate an increasingly complex operating environment.
Sarah Noble, Head of Group Corporate Sustainability and QI Group’s representative in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Chief Sustainability Officers (CSO) Community, participated in the sessions as part of the Group’s ongoing engagement with the Community. The discussions provided an opportunity to gain perspectives on emerging global developments and consider their relevance to QI Group’s continued focus on responsible business, resilience and long-term planning.
El Niño and a Warming World: What Leaders Need to Know
13 July 2026
The first session examined how El Niño, combined with rising global temperatures, is intensifying climate-related risks across economies, ecosystems and communities.
Speakers discussed the implications for food and water security, supply chains, extreme weather events and business resilience, highlighting the growing importance of climate adaptation and preparedness.
For QI Group, the discussion offered useful perspectives as the Group continues to strengthen its understanding of climate-related risks and incorporate environmental considerations into long-term planning.
Building the Next Generation of Cyber Defence
14 July 2026
The second session focused on the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape and the role of AI in transforming both cyber threats and cyber defence.
A key theme was that cybersecurity can no longer be viewed solely as an IT responsibility. As digital risks become more sophisticated, effective cyber resilience requires leadership oversight as well as collaboration across technology, risk, compliance and business functions.
The discussion reinforced the importance of strong governance and cross-functional collaboration in protecting organisations, supporting responsible business operations and maintaining stakeholder trust.
The Future of Governance: From Oversight to Resilience
23 July 2026
The final session explored how boards and executive leaders can respond to increasingly interconnected risks spanning climate, nature, technology and geopolitics.
Speakers highlighted the importance of forward-looking governance, integrated assurance and constructive dialogue between boards and management. The discussion also explored the role of AI in supporting analysis and decision-making, while underscoring that trust, integrity and sound judgement remain fundamentally human responsibilities.
These perspectives are relevant to QI Group as it continues to strengthen governance across the organisation through initiatives including its Sustainability Policy, Human Rights Policy, Whistleblowing Programme and Supplier Code of Business Conduct.
Learning Through Global Exchange
Participation in the WEF knowledge sessions provided QI Group with an opportunity to learn from global perspectives and remain informed about issues that may shape businesses and communities in the years ahead.
By staying connected to conversations on climate, cybersecurity and governance, QI Group continues to build knowledge that supports responsible decision-making, stronger governance and long-term resilience across the Group.