ESG
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ESG strategy, 5 June, 2019
ESG catalysts: how consumers can change corporations
Some companies encounter obstacles to full integration of ESG principles. It may be that consumers have more power than they imagine to change corporate behaviours for the better.
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Corporate sustainability, 8 May, 2019
ESG reporting: what is the endgame?
Non-financial reporting is a challenge for issuers, investors and standard-setters on both sides of the Atlantic. The task ahead is to develop a coherent vision and unified agenda.
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Financial services, 16 January, 2019
Special report: Future-proofing financial services
From compliance to new technology and broader stakeholder engagement, financial services firms today must be fighting fit in order to thrive. Enter the effective board, which must govern like never before. In this special report, we outline six key areas of knowledge and insight to equip boards for the unprecedented challenges ahead.
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Social governance, 16 October, 2018
Prepare for the transition to a zero-carbon, digital economy
The drive to a carbon-free economy, use of robotics and introduction of artificial intelligence will mean profound changes for the global workforce. Investors must play their part in managing a “Just Transition” for employees.
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Human rights risks, 22 September, 2018
Ten mistakes boards can avoid on human rights
One of the most frequent mistakes boards make is failing to recognise the seriousness of human rights risks—but it isn’t the only hazard. Here are ten mistakes boards can avoid.
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Corporate responsibility, 24 July, 2018
Follow the rules of corporate obligation, and reap the rewards
Recognising corporate responsibility—moral and social—makes for a well-run company that is attractive to all stakeholders.
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Corporate governance Australia, 9 July, 2018
Solving deep problems with corporate governance requires more than rearranging deck chairs
What is really required to fix Australian corporate governance is wholesale change in prudential regulation, corporate law, competition law, and electoral law, writes Andrew Linden.
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Responsible investment, 14 June, 2018
ESG: is it truly being integrated with investment decisions?
Responsible investment is a critical step in the move towards sustainable economies. But are asset owners and managers really integrating ESG principles into their practices?
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Data security, 12 June, 2018
Facebook’s fail: the ‘story’, the risks and the role of the board
Cambridge Analytica harvested the data of 50 million Facebook users to help swing the US presidential election, but amid the trend for corporate governance 'narratives', did Facebook's directors forget the chapter on ethics?
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Sustainable investment, 18 May, 2018
Sustainable expectations: how the ESG investment agenda is shifting
Investors are placing environmental, social and governance issues at the top of their agendas, and they expect companies to do the same.
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Non-financial reporting, 10 May, 2018
Reporting directive paves way for improved accountability
The EU Non-Financial Reporting Directive places more responsibilities on companies and provides the basis for a new model of corporate accountability.
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Risk and ethics, 7 March, 2018
Ethical turn: the welcome marriage of risk management and ethics
Amoral risk management is no longer welcome, so risk managers are “flirting” with ethics. The relationship may be tumultuous, but it could be a huge and healthy step forward, writes Anette Mikes.
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European culture survey, 6 November, 2017
European survey: boards struggle with culture
New research from Board Agenda, conducted in association with Mazars and INSEAD, reveals that while some boards recognise the value of corporate culture, a significant number are still grappling to give it adequate time and attention.
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Sustainable business, 1 November, 2017
Sense in sustainability: the changing focus for boards
Boards are beginning to acknowledge that sustainability is no longer a siloed concept, but a crucial strategy that lies at the heart of responsible, profitable business, with long-term rewards for both stakeholders and society.
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Board Essentials: Culture, 31 October, 2017
Twelve of the biggest mistakes boards make about culture
One of the most frequent mistakes boards make is failing to realise the importance of culture, but it isn't the only pitfall.
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Non-financial reporting, 11 July, 2017
Non-Financial Reporting Directive: embracing the challenge
Boards must understand the importance of sustainability and long-term value to their businesses, and that means taking non-financial reporting requirements more seriously.
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Diversity, 30 May, 2017
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to boosting diversity and business growth
Diversity in business is often misunderstood, leading to under-representation and stilted career advancement for minority and marginalised professionals. But there are ways to tackle this, while boosting improving performance.