What should law firms be doing on ESG?
Why do our clients need to consider ESG? If your clients are asking what they should do about ESG, the answer can be rather complicated. Many clients do not need to do anything. Regulation, although coming, is rather light on ESG. Regulation tends to focus on specific areas of ESG, such as modern slavery statements […]
Download our environmental policy template
Environmental sustainability policy An environmental sustainability policy helps organisations clarify their commitment to managing its environmental impact. It can also serve as a valuable component of your ESG toolbox. How to write an environmental policy template An organisation should first carry out an environmental assessment to identify the main environmental issues relevant to their business […]
Board diversity must be a top ESG priority
The regulatory push for a representative board is here What does board diversity mean? Board diversity is a fundamental aspect of ESG, however it’s often taken a back seat given the more obvious aspects of ESG such as carbon emissions and health and safety. While diversity and inclusion is a vital element on the social […]
ESG reporting best practices
What is ESG reporting, and why should organisations do it? ESG reporting is the disclosure of environmental, social, and governance information that is material, or relevant, to an organisation. This information is used by investors and other stakeholders to understand how the organisation views and manages ESG risks and opportunities in relation to short-term financial […]
Is ESG reporting mandatory in the UK, the EU, and the US?
Why is ESG reporting mandatory? As countries announce net-zero targets, involving the private sector will be critical to achieving these targets. One way governments keep companies accountable is by requiring ESG (environmental, social, and governance) reporting. Today, there are many frameworks and standards to report on these non-financial dimensions, such as the Global Reporting Initiative […]
Your ESG guide to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)
ESG is much like corporate social responsibility but on a vastly larger and more measurable scale. Companies that are at the forefront of talking about their ESG scores are generating more attention from across the business spectrum, and investors are actively looking for high ESG scoring companies.
Download your ESG guide to GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)
Far from a buzzword, ESG is fast becoming the standard for businesses to manage and report on their risks. ESG: environmental, social and governance, are essentially the broadest set of factors which can be used to measure a company’s impact in the world. ESG reporting and ratings drive a huge and growing amount of investment. Deciding […]
Your ESG guide to IIRC
ESG reporting framework ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) can feel like an overwhelming and confusing topic, from understanding which data should be tracked to figuring out which framework to use. Are ESG frameworks mandatory, or even necessary, for ESG? Which framework is right for your industry and type of organisation? What’s the benefit of aligning […]
Your ESG guide to the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)
ESG is very wide, from greenhouse gas emissions to modern slavery concerns to board composition. These three factors, environmental, social, and governance, measure a company’s impact on the world. Making a plan to start ESG scoring can seem overwhelming. But really, compliance complements ESG reporting in a very meaningful way.
Your ESG guide to Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)
ESG Reporting Frameworks Global businesses are now bringing environmental, social and governance issues together under the banner of ESG to demonstrate the positive impact the business is having on the world. Deciding to start ESG (environmental, social, and governance) scoring can seem like a daunting task. But figuring out which ESG framework could work best for […]
