What an honour it was to be part of the 2025 Global Sustainability Summit at the House of Lords @globalsustainabilitysummit
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make the summit a remarkable success. From our brilliant speakers and partners to every guest who showed up.
Like I said in my speech:
-> This isn’t just a passion. It’s my heartbeat. It’s my soul crying out for a world where no one suffers from the carelessness of others… where food nourishes, not harms… where water heals, not kills… where progress doesn’t come at the cost of people or the planet.
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That’s why we focus on having true leaders in the room. Those with the power to shape policy, shift mindsets, and influence real, lasting change. Because meaningful progress happens when decision-makers are not just informed, but inspired to act.
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Thank you all for making this vision real.
#GlobalSustainabilitySummit #People #Planet #Purpose #SustainabilityUnscripted #HouseofLords #SustainableDevelopment #Africa #SeeAfrica
As a sustainability consultant, I had the privilege of being invited to join a distinguished group of sustainability experts, government representatives, influential figures from the pharmaceutical and food industries, and, notably, indigenous individuals from various corners of the globe. Our collective purpose is to engage in ideation and find effective solutions to address pressing global challenges.
The gathering brings together a diverse range of expertise and perspectives, fostering a collaborative environment where we can collectively tackle the complex issues at hand. By leveraging our collective knowledge and experiences, we aim to develop innovative strategies that promote sustainability and drive positive change.
The inclusion of indigenous voices is of utmost importance, as their deep-rooted connection to the land and their traditional wisdom offer invaluable insights into sustainable practices. Recognizing the significance of their contributions, we are committed to ensuring their active participation and representation throughout our discussions and decision-making processes.
Through this collaborative effort, we aspire to pave the way for a more sustainable future, one that respects the environment, supports social equity, and fosters economic prosperity. By harnessing the power of collective action and embracing diverse perspectives, we are confident in our ability to make a meaningful impact and create a better world for generations to come.
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About two years ago, while waking through charing cross and discussing some sustainability and political issues with my friend, she said; Canon let’s all stop deceiving ourselves, we cannot achieve any of the Sustainable Development Goals by #SDGs by 2030.
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That hit me real hard, but I could completely relate to all she said.
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She went on to ask, Is anyone even calculating the volume of Carbon emission generated from the numerous bombshells from wars around and across the world?
-Why will some of the biggest polluters in the world, like China and Russia be so carefree as to not attend #COP26 ?
-The number is out-of-school children keeps rising as more children become displaced refugees.
-Peace and Justice seems far fetched, and unattainable by 2030 as we see more wars in recent times.
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We talked about a lot more issues, but it all created in me the need for an amplified effort. That was the moment The Global Sustainability Summit was birthed.
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We shouldn’t just focus on games and profits - we should ensure it doesn’t leave a negative mark on the environment.
@ottocanon brings awareness and global leaders, including leaders from The World Economic Forum, current and former vice presidents to the British Parliament.
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World leaders are heading to the British Parliament that July to decide how AI, climate action and investment can work together for people and planet. Will you be in the room?
🌍 Gloval Sustainability Summit - 5th Edition
📍House of Lords, Palace of Westminster
🗓️ July 9th
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Water won’t just sustain life. It may decide who survives.
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-> From the Nile River to fragile regions worldwide, the next global conflict may not be oil… but water💧
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Control the water, control the future.
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#OttoCanon #Water #War #Climate #Sustainability
This is a reintroduction of Sustainability Unscripted, where we peel back the layers of sustainability, one thought, one breath, one episode at a time.
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I’m your host, Amb. Otto Canon, and here we will untangle the threads, clear the fog, and uncover its essence together.
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Art has a way of speaking when words fall short. Last night was a beautiful reminder that creativity can do more than inspire. It can heal, connect, and make a real impact.
The Art for Impact event, with art by @derrick_o_boateng brought together powerful storytelling through art, purpose, and community. Thoughtfully curated by #KemiAdetu and @irina.behar , in support of the incredible work of @mediciconlafricacuamm (Doctors with Africa) and @lodha_uk It was an evening that reminded us how art and compassion can meet to change lives.
Grateful to have witnessed such colour, culture, and care in one room. When art meets purpose, impact follows.
With thanks to and everyone who made the evening so special. ✨
California feels like stepping into momentum. Here, mixing ambition with joy isn’t a balance you search for, it’s a way of life. One moment I’m deep in business conversations, the next I’m moving through a vast city where everything feels alive and driven by purpose. I mean too many pockets of big things happening just everywhere. You can feel the consciousness put into it.
It’s no coincidence that California just surpassed Japan to become the world’s 5th-largest economy, growing faster than any country at 6%. Being here, in the middle of it all, feels like exactly where I’m meant to be. But I’m just passing through, and soaking up every lesson, and every mind-stretching moment.
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#OttoCanon #California #LA #LosAngeles #Boardroom #Business #Passion #Ambition #London
I’m always watching life like a movie. savoring the views, the people, every journey and moment, every smile, the small victories, and lessons.
Every quiet win reminds me that there’s so much to chase, and every scene reminds me of the endless possibilities waiting to be lived.
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#OttoCanon #Georgia #Tbilisi #Travel #Story ##People #Journey #Smile
Honored to have been part of the Innovate Africa Conference at the ECOWAS Complex, organized by Innovate Africa Corporation, ECOWAS and the Nigerian Government.
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I had the privilege of chairing the high-level economic panel, featuring global leaders and visionaries from America, Europe, and Africa.
Our discussion on: - Economic Development | Structural Transformation & Economic Diversification: Catalysts for Africa’s Sustainable Growth, was truly inspiring.
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Panelists shared bold visions of how their businesses and investments are creating meaningful opportunities for Africa’s talented workforce, helping to drive inclusive growth and development across the continent, and diversifying the economy from an oil dependent economy.
Deals worth millions of dollars were discussed, and struck, in a big to tap into Africa’s immense potential.
Africa is no longer the future. Africa is happening now, and it is the perfect time to invest, innovate, and grow alongside a continent on the rise.
#InnovateAfrica #AfricaRising #Economy #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalLeaders #Investment #Opportunities #Africa2025 #Transformation #Diversification
Athens -> the cradle of civilization, where ancient ruins, historic streets, and timeless beauty still breathe.
The city so old, it makes Rome look like Gen Z.
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#OttoCanon #Athens #Greece #Travel #Greek
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đź—ż Which would you rather explore?