INVESTORS HAVE BECOME MORE DEMANDING

Shareholders are a driving force for ESG across sectors and regions – investors are now seeking out businesses with solid ESG credentials.

So even if businesses themselves do not see the pandemic as an ESG tipping point, they know that investors do.

Why respondents say ESG has become more of a priority for their business since the outbreak

You said that ESG has become more of a priority for your business since the outbreak of the pandemic. Why is that?

“But now, there is a growing body of evidence that shows that by focusing on the right aspects of responsible investment and ESG initiatives you can significantly accelerate returns and value creation over time.”

Derek Rozycki

Head of Responsible Investing, Mubadala Investment Company

Fund managers are pivoting towards ESG

When does your company expect the financial benefits from investing in ESG principles to materialize?

ESG: Beyond the tipping point

Businesses worldwide are embracing ESG goals

COVID-19 has been a wake-up call

ESG has become more of a priority since the outbreak of the pandemic

Investors have become more demanding

Businesses expect rapid results from ESG investment

If the benefits are so clear cut, what is holding some businesses back?

Reporting is now essential – but it is still a challenge

The customer/shareholder balancing act is a problem

Conclusion