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What is an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Strategy?

Written by Andy Thompson | May 2, 2023 10:00:50 AM

In this publication we explain all you need to know about ESG sustainability strategies and how they can be leveraged for your company.  

 

 

Table of contents

1. What is an ESG Strategy

2. What are the benefits of ESG

3. ESG Implementation Strategy

4. ESG Risk Assessment 

 

 

So what exactly is an ESG Sustainability Strategy?


ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. An ESG strategy is a comprehensive approach that integrates these three factors into a company's operations, investments, and decision-making processes. It aims to promote sustainable and responsible practices that align with the company's values and objectives while minimising negative impacts on the environment and society.

 

 

Why is an ESG Strategy Important?

Having an ESG strategy is crucial in today's business world because it reflects a company's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. Investors, customers, and stakeholders increasingly demand transparency and accountability from companies in these areas. Failing to implement an ESG strategy can lead to reputation based damage, legal and regulatory risks, and financial losses.

 


What are the Benefits of ESG?

 

Implementing an ESG strategy can bring numerous benefits to a company, which include:

  • Enhancing reputation and brand image
  • Attracting and retaining talent
  • Reducing operating costs and resource consumption
  • Increasing innovation and market opportunities
  • Mitigating risks and avoiding potential liabilities
  • Building long-term value for shareholders and stakeholders
  • ESG Strategy Development

 

ESG Strategy

The development of an ESG strategy from Dreher Consulting supports companies to identify and prioritise ESG issues relevant to their business and stakeholders, establish goals and targets, and develop a roadmap for implementation. We take a holistic approach that considers the company's context, industry trends, best practices, and stakeholder engagement.

 

 

ESG Implementation

Our ESG implementation strategy service helps companies to operationalise their ESG strategy, integrating it into their existing processes and systems, establishing metrics and KPIs for monitoring and reporting, and building internal capacity and awareness. We work closely with our clients to ensure a smooth and effective implementation process that aligns with their goals and values.

 

 

ESG Risk Assessment

Our ESG risk assessment service helps companies to identify, assess, and manage ESG risks that may affect their operations, investments, and reputation. We use a structured and systematic approach that combines qualitative and quantitative analysis, stakeholder engagement, and scenario planning to provide actionable insights and recommendations. We help our clients to integrate ESG risk management into their overall risk management framework and enhance their resilience to ESG-related risks.

 

 

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