In recent years, we have witnessed a growing trend for companies to adopt sustainability a.k.a ESG initiatives in order to improve their reputation, attract and retain customers and investors. ESG implementation is a journey and a long term process. Companies that…
New Era : ISSB Launches Inaugural Standards for Global Disclosures
In today’s edition, I am excited to share the latest developments in sustainability-related disclosures in the global capital markets. The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued its inaugural standards, marking a significant milestone in enhancing trust and confidence in company…
The Urgent Need for Collective Intelligence in the Face of Uncertainty
We are facing an unprecedented era of profound uncertainty as we are moving towards the nascent epoch of 21st century. There are multitude of challenges ahead of us full of multifarious complexities intertwined together. These challenges are encompassing a range of…
The Transformation Journey of a Butterfly and Sustainable Leadership- GRIT Awards
Our ESG World Summit & GRIT Awards event is approaching in June on 15-16th in Bangkok. These two days will mark the dawn of transformational sustainable leadership, will be full of hope, ignition, and recognition. These two days we will see…
The Critical Role of Digital Technologies in Carbon Pricing
As the Climate crisis looms right in front of us, challenges of tackling greenhouse gas emissions is bigger and bigger. As a response, Governments and companies around the world are looking at carbon markets as a means to incentivise initiatives to…
Embracing Equity- Happy Women’s Day 2023
Women’s day globally is a day to celebrate achievements of women around the world. It is also to celebrate the strides made in achieving gender equity and to recognize that more work needs to be done to overcome challenges and eliminate…
Professionalising Communities for Managed Retreat and Resilience
I wholeheartedly agree that managed retreat is an absolutely critical measure for communities to become more resilient to the damaging effects of climate change. While it may not be the perfect solution, it can certainly be done successfully with careful planning,…
ESG Reporting vs Performance: Navigating through Complexities
In today’s world, corporate responsibility and sustainability are crucial aspects of modern business. Stakeholders expect transparency about a company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. However, it can be challenging for companies to meet these expectations due to the complex landscape…
Family-Based Firms: Internal and External Factors for adoption of ESG Strategies
Navigating the delicate balance between tradition and sustainability, family-based firms face unique challenges in their journey towards adopting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies. From their capability for innovation to corporate governance and external pressures, these challenges arise from a combination…
Beyond ESG Labels: Harnessing the Power of Sustainable Communication for a Better Future
Imagine a world where companies prioritize transparency in communicating their actual progress and impact on sustainability, rather than just relying on ESG labeling such as ratings. As Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey said, the ideas of being water positive, having a circular…