PwC fined for BT audit; greenwashing sanctions; cost of living crisis; $300m pay deal; US private equity and CEOs.

Researchers find that, among the many drivers for improving ESG, intervention by corporate investors is key.

We must not let ESG become a scapegoat for the systemic failure of our society to address global warming and climate change.

The company has scrutinised the risks of Facebook and WhatsApp, but stops short of publicly committing to all the actions recommended.

Among its complaints, the Business Roundtable argues that no ‘safe harbor’ in the rules will increase the risk of corporate liability.

Experts advise that by boosting their annual reporting, boards can build trust and form more meaningful relationships with investors.

Now that governance has come of age, businesses should be able to innovate within the boundaries of good regulation.

Alan Jope tells Davos that consumer habits, costs and recruitment mean that Unilever has to put ESG ‘at the heart of our business model’.

With ESG and climate risk concerns set to increase, the role of the audit committee is being watched closely by investors.

SEC chair Gary Gensler says the measures will provide investors with “reliable information about climate risks to make informed decisions”.