Well now, that is the question of the millennia. You could say it is because it helps companies be more sustainable and less likely to fail. You could say it is because it helps to ensure that companies are putting their money into the right things. You could say it is because investing only in […]
The SEC, or Securities and Exchange Commission is a financial regulatory agency that oversees publicly traded companies and their disclosure requirements. The reason why the SEC does not require this disclosure is because it would increase the complexity of reporting which could lead to increased costs for smaller businesses or create confusion among investors. It
Materiality is a broad term that encompasses the many different features and attributes that exist in an organization, such as how it manages its supply chain, its financial position, and so on. The term was first coined by Harvard University professor Robert Kaplan and his colleague David Norton to describe the intersection between equity and
ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is the term used to describe the various non-financial factors that may impact an organization’s long-term performance. Environmental issues such as pollution and wildlife preservation are often included in ESG discussions along with social considerations like unemployment rates and wage disparity. Governments also play a key role in ESG by
It is likely that you have heard the terms SDG and ESG for some time. That’s because the business community is beginning to recognize the importance of sustainable development goals (SDGs) and environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG). Two concepts that organizations are dovetailing into their business to improve their operations. To stay ahead of
Bloomberg ESG is a data platform that provides financial analysts with insights on sustainable investing. The platform offers an extensive collection of global, regional, and industry-specific ESG resources, as well as news and commentary about ESG developments. Bloomberg also partners with the United Nations Global Compact to provide access to UNGC’s sustainability goals. These goals
The problem is that many people don’t know what sustainable investing means. Sustainable investing is a type of investment that intends to protect the environment, in addition to making money for investors. This way, when you invest in sustainable companies, you are able to make your money work for both your future and the planet’s
The World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions, better known as WEF IBC, brings together top-level leaders from all over the world in order to discuss and examine global political and economic issues. For this event, the forum gathers leading figures from government, business and academia to address pressing global challenges in a
In an increasingly interconnected world, the spotlight is on how businesses impact not just their bottom line, but also the environment, society, and governance. With investors and stakeholders demanding more information on a company’s sustainability performance, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting has never been more critical. But what exactly is sustainability reporting, and why
In recent years, it has become clear that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are a major topic in the investment industry. ESG management is a strategy for how companies can responsibly manage these three factors in their operations, supply chain management, and investments. In this article, we will explore what ESG management is and