Does Every Little Bit of ESG Integration Help?
A new report calls into question the future of ESG integration.
Business - Articles
Innovative ways to enhance corporate social responsibility (more)
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Private Firms, Public Initiatives
An excerpt from The Right Privatization on why private entrepreneurs need capable governments.
The Problem With Tables
In discussions of diversity, equity, and inclusion, the table is frequently used as a symbol of inclusion. Whether by design or default, the table is accepted as a place to ameliorate issues of marginalization, exclusion, neglect, discrimination, and other harms.
Sustainability Assurance as Greenwashing
Our investigation into the sustainability reporting of some of the world’s largest companies revealed misleading statements, obfuscation, and diversion. Senior management and auditing and assurance practices must do better.
The Social Impact Investment Mirage
It’s time for funders to get real about what social entrepreneurs need to succeed.
Thinking and Acting Like a Platform Will Help Social Entrepreneurs Create Impact at Scale
Platform thinking pushes social entrepreneurs to leave the role of the problem solver in favor of being an enabler of changemakers who can solve problems locally.
ESG Is Not Impact Investing and Impact Investing Is Not ESG
Understanding these six important differences will both facilitate better conversations and help channel funds appropriately.
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Lead, Follow, or Get Out of the Way!
An excerpt from Pathways to Action on how market-leading organizations must take the lead in accelerating change.
Investing in Climate Justice
Practical ways investors can help the people most affected by climate change become more resilient to it, while still securing a strong financial return.
Putting Health at the Center of Climate Change
Businesses need to take actions that improve not only the environment, but also human health and well-being, particularly among vulnerable communities in their value chains.