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14. Spotlighting the “S” in ESG

Episode Summary

Diving into the dynamic world of sustainability and ESG with expert Terry Thornton. Join us to gain insights on the social aspects of ESG, the influence of changing regulation in Europe and navigating shifting stakeholder dynamics, particularly as it impacts on racism and discrimination.

Episode Notes

For more than 15 years, Terry Thornton has been building and launching programs in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and sustainability, reaching more than 15,000 professionals worldwide.

In this episode we explore the multifaceted landscape of sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices. They delve into key topics such as:

• How racial equity connects with sustainability using the HR rewired Racial Equity Assurance Index as an example
• The implications of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
• Navigating stakeholder relationships
• The complexities of ESG ratings and benchmarking
• Importance of aligning business goals with societal and environmental objectives and integrating sustainability into core business strategies for long-term value creation; and
• Emerging trends in sustainable finance and evolving regulatory landscape

Terry also shares valuable strategies for prioritising stakeholder engagement and discusses the evolving role of corporations in driving sustainable practices.