Lead by example: Real and meaningful action on ESG must start from the top

Talk is cheap if managers do not act on pledges

In 2021, the landscape of ESG has become mainstream with the prominence of ESG "screening", where investors consider ESG both alongside, and integrated with financial factors, in their decision-making process.

These include aspects such as climate change, corporate governance, gender diversity, privacy, and data security. Advanced ESG strategists ambitiously gain business advantage through optimising sustainability and integrating their company's risk-mitigating culture with a robust ESG profile. Formulating an ESG strategy has never been so important and there are some key planning considerations and pitfalls to avoid. Identify stakeholders The first step in creating or revising your company ESG strategy is to take time to consider stakeholders involved and affected by this diverse se...