How organizations are addressing the 'G' in ESG – striking the balance of maximizing long-term growth and value while safeguarding the interests of all stakeholders
If executed properly, nature targets reveal a far more comprehensive view of a company’s environmental impacts and dependencies and can reveal new opportunities. ... View More
Take a pause to review what your company stands for and why — and ensure those foundational values remain in effect amidst the chaos. ... View More
In GlobeScan’s newest poll, over 70% of Americans – across parties and generations – want companies to stay the course on both DEI and climate action. ... View More
Future-proofing our global apparel-manufacturing business means investing in the people who power it — and arming ourselves with the right data to continuously improve. ... View More
What’s unfolding isn’t just a shift in policy — it’s a shift in market gravity. So, the question isn’t whether companies agree with these changes — it’s whether they’re ready for them. ... View More
Here are 7 practical tools and frameworks to help your business realize the potential of its purpose — and be a beacon of hope in a time that sorely needs it. ... View More
Capgemini calls on forward-thinking companies to leverage advanced technologies to drive bold action to contribute more to the planet than they take. ... View More
Costco has set a great example of finding the value in values — and a precedent that hopefully many more companies will follow. ... View More
Overall, there is a tremendous opportunity for corporate America to take a leadership role in tackling some of the country’s more intractable economic and societal challenges — and to become a positive, unifying force by doing so. ... View More
Whether we’re still calling it ESG 10 years from now, won’t our employees and customers expect some iteration of it? Companies that see the symbiosis between solid values and profitability drivers will make smart use of their resources and maximi... View More
At SB’24 San Diego, Bard College’s Impact Report Podcast gathered insights from a variety of leaders and innovators on building stakeholder trust, fostering inclusive decision-making; and taking meaningful action toward lasting, positive change. ... View More
Which trees you preserve and plant when you build a new building or expand your corporate footprint has an impact — not only on your property but also on the surrounding community. ... View More
Companies that continue directing their resources and influence to create meaningful impact will not just survive but grow during the upcoming administration. Our research shows that the US public are ready for this leadership — now, it's up to bus... View More
At a time when many are retreating, staying the sustainability course with confidence, personality and authenticity will set brand leaders apart from the rest. ... View More
On September 17-18 at the Swissotel Bosphorus in Istanbul, global and local sustainability leaders shared insights into innovative business strategies, the use of AI, supply chain transformation, and brand-led cultural change. ... View More
Day three of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 saw investors unmoved by the backlash against ESG investment — instead, redoubling efforts to understand risks and opportunities through better data and deeper engagement with stakeholders... View More
Key takeaways from day two of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 included viewing impacted communities as ‘rights-holders’ — not stakeholders — to help bridge the power imbalance between larger, Global North companies and their Gl... View More
Day one of the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights 2024 debated the validity of a ‘smart mix’ of both voluntary and regulatory action on business and human rights, when companies cannot succeed alone in combatting systemic problems. ... View More
The Seattle-based outdoor outfitter has adopted one of the industry’s widest sizing ranges, which has knock-on benefits as it works towards its own set of environmental and social goals. ... View More
The success of Morinaga Milk’s Smiles & Health for Children kindergarten lunch project in Vietnam provides a blueprint for the global company to expand its social impact to numerous other communities. ... View More