ABOUT ESG
Environmental.
Social.
Governance.
Environmental. Social. Governance. (ESG)
About ESG
ESG and the broader drive towards a sustainable, resilient and inclusive economy is the most critical trend of our time. As consumers, regulators, investors, governments, businesses and institutions address climate change and march towards a better future, your organization can use good business as a force for good.
The sustainability revolution will have the magnitude of the industrial revolution, yet the speed of the digital revolution… the greatest opportunity to create jobs in the history of the world."
Environmental
Topics include energy, emissions, waste, papers, plastics, metals, minerals, recycling, water and more
Social
Topics include culture, inclusion, diversity, ethical sourcing, safety, training and more
Governance
Topics include resiliency, data security, privacy, risk & controls, ethics and more
INVESTORS & MARKETS
Over 80% of investors attach real importance to ESG considerations, with 85%+ more likely to hold an investment based on strong ESG performance.
CORPRATE ADOPTION
Less than 40% of mid-size companies have any ESG initiatives. More than 30% of companies expect to increase spend on ESG.
GROWING REGULATIONS
Major changes and restructuring of sustainability and ESG related regulators and standards in 2021.
Recent formation of new major laws on labor in the supply chain.
Increased commitments and changes from UN and international pacts.
SOCIAL & HUMAN