The Sustainability Board’s Post

In 2020, only 42% of public family enterprises had a board policy for sustainability oversight, now standing at 71%. Within the default sample (Top 100 Forbes 2000), the percentage was 63%, reaching 88% by 2023. This is a relative improvement of 40%, compared with 69% in family businesses, suggesting that family businesses can be more nimble to drive sustainable leadership. We measure sustainability oversight primarily by the presence of any board committee that addresses sustainability, or environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in its charter. Read The Sustainability Board's 5 year anniversary report to learn all about the evolution of ESG board preparedness: https://lnkd.in/eeY3nGPx

Five years ago, we set out on a mission to advance sustainable leadership and corporate governance. As we reflect on this journey, we are both proud of our accomplishments and acutely aware of the challenges that lie ahead. The Sustainability Board has evolved from a singular focus on reporting the state of global ESG oversight to become a comprehensive resource for policy, research, thought leadership, executive education programmes and trusted advisory services. Read all about what we have been doing over the last 5 years here: https://lnkd.in/dR3PBmH2

📣 Are you a young professional in the Netherlands who is eager to connect with others, learn about sustainability, and actually work on a concrete project for your organisation? Then the SDG Innovation Accelerator might be your chance to make the best of 2024 with impact. Read more about the programme and reach out for more information. #SDGs | #youngprofessionals | #sustainability

Are you working in #investorrelations or connecting between #sustainability #esg and #investor demand for information? This timely webinar (Feb. 21) hosted by NIRI Virtual Chapter brings together experts from The Clorox Company (Niki King) NOVAGOLD (Mélanie Hennessey MBA ICD.D) & Persefoni (Emily Pierce) to discuss the #ESGEcosystem in 2024. Details below.

Business Post Sustainable Business Awards! Open to all businesses that can demonstrate an exceptional project that has contributed positively to sustainability in their transport, agrifood, energy or waste efforts. Get your application in as closing date is January 26th! #sustainableliving #ecofriendly #esg #esgreporting #irishbusiness

Regulations, political backlash, disclosure developments: Being a sustainability leader last year sometimes felt like a whole lot of block and tackle instead of gaining real ground on our environmental goals. So, how do we change the play in 2024? Your role as an ESG leader is constantly changing and putting new demands on you at an unprecedented pace. But you don’t have to go it alone. The ESG & CSR Board is your place to put your heads together confidentially with leaders like you at other big companies. (Board Members can log into the Member Center to access the call recording and discussion takeaways.)

At CDPQ, our leadership position in sustainable investing is determined by the actions we take and we remain focused on creating value in a transitioning world. Learn about what we have accomplished during 2023: https://lnkd.in/emCzPyj4

Our 2023 Sustainable Investing Report is already available. In 2017, CDPQ first announced its climate targets. In 2021, we decided to be more ambitious, and we raised them. Our 2023 Sustainable Investing Report published today shows that we are very close to meeting them faster than expected! On the diversity front, 57% of CDPQ’s actively managed public companies count at least 30% women on their Boards, an increase of more than 39% in three years, and 30% of its nominee directors are women.

So many of the reasons I love working at CF Industries can be found in this ESG report. If you're considering working for an industry leader that is forward thinking, let's talk.

The pursuit of sustainability is an inspiring quest that unites organisations, communities, and individuals in a collective endeavour towards a thriving future. While challenges such as climate change, social inequalities, and ethical concerns pose existential threats to businesses and society alike, they also present tremendous opportunities for innovation and positive transformation. Recognising this reality, visionary organisations are proudly championing sustainability as a core guiding principle that shapes their operations, strategies, and decision-making processes. In fact, globally, sustainability governance has experienced significant growth, rising from 50% in 2019 to 88% in 2023. However, navigating the nuances of this vital transition requires organisations to approach problems with fresh perspectives, question long-held assumptions, and forge bold new solutions. This is where the board of directors comes in—as catalytic forces driving sustainable progress. Vipul Kumar, Senior Partner, Xynteo writes in Forbes India on the board of directors becoming an indispensable beacon, illuminating a company’s path towards a more sustainable and conscientious corporate ethos. #Sustainability #Leadership #GoodGrowth