Thinking of the environment in this way, as a stakeholder without a voice, provides a compelling basis for making sustainability strategic and the net-zero transition both good for business and good for the planet. If the global business community has contributed to the state we’re in vis-à-vis the environment, we have a responsibility to change course and forge ahead in a new direction. But this is obviously easier said than done.
Read MoreThe focus on sustainability has never been higher. For example, ReThink HK, Hong Kong’s largest sustainability expo and conference, taking place in mid-September. is expected to attract more than 6,000 attendees, looking to learn about or demonstrate the latest trends. Yet, the focus comes at a time when communications in this area is becoming more and more complicated and less unified globally.
Read MoreThe conversation around greenwashing is evolving. While originally concerned with deliberate acts of deceiving the public on matters related to a firm’s sustainability claims and commitments, greenwashing now includes non-deliberate acts such as exaggerated language and misleading imagery. Being able to spot these more subtle signs of greenwashing has become an imperative.
Read MoreWe sat down with Rebecca Self, Founder and Managing Director of Seawolf Sustainability Consulting, a firm which advises financial professionals and management teams on sustainability, to hear her insights on the importance of communicating impact.
Read MoreThe Guidance for Enterprise ESG Disclosure launched on 1 June 2022 is the first China-focused ESG disclosure standard issued in the country. While its reporting guidelines are not mandatory, it represents a step forward for the private sector and a good foundation in this huge market for further regulatory developments.
Read MoreAn impact report is a way to present your company’s ESG efforts in a more concise, visual and data-driven way. As stakeholders increasingly look for concrete metrics and signs of greenwashing, relying upon lengthy traditional annual reports can be ineffective in communicating key points to audiences.
Read MoreThe COVID-19 pandemic has not held up the economic development of China’s Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Rather, it has led to an acceleration of the region’s growth with Hong Kong acting as a super connector to link the city cluster to global markets.
Read MoreArtificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly growing technology that is being adopted by various industries to enhance their processes, products and services. But while AI can help organisations make quicker and more informed decisions, the energy consumption to train and power AI models is vast. Green AI can help.
Read MoreImagery used in ESG communications tend to have optimistic visual themes of greenery and progress. But ‘feel good’ imagery is not always the best way to communicate with audiences who are increasingly sceptical of corporate claims. Visuals need to be aligned to key messages and be realistic about the substance, while overused images should be avoided.
Read MoreCompanies face challenges of how to build trust and how to communicate with an audience that is both connected and disconnected. There is a greater need than ever to show the value that corporates bring to customers, employees, and society as a whole.
Read MoreThe idea of the metaverse is enormous. Terms such as mirror-world, digital twin, mixed reality, blockchain and non-fungible token (NFT) have found a home within its conceptual bounds. So how should we think about this phenomenon? As communicators, what implications will there be on how we tell company stories?
Read MoreDigital assets continue to provoke thought and intrigue, but there is still uncertainty as to how we should think about them in reality. What factors are attracting investors and how are communications adapting to this form of investment?
Read MoreThe commitments to net-zero targets in recent years have been impressive in their velocity and scope on the surface. In the wake of COP26, a climate conference of nations held in Glasgow in 2021, around 87% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions and 89% of its economy are now covered by net-zero targets. This should be cause for celebration, even a tentative toasting to significant progress on meeting climate change goals. But that’s not happening. At least not yet.
Read MoreMany established organisations, particularly those in the financial sector, are currently in a state of evolution. Driven by customer demand, this involves moving from being a traditional data holding business, into an agile service provider, offering innovative products and services. This shift means operating as a data-first organisation that uses data effectively to generate business insights and make positive change possible.
Read MoreStrong corporate ESG performance has become a non-negotiable. Pressure is rising for transparent progress from a variety of stakeholders, be them employees, customers, investors or regulators. Failure to deliver may result in unfavourable consequences, as the latest developments around Tesla showcase well.
Read MoreGreenwashing is an ongoing issue that investors and stakeholders are becoming increasingly watchful for. Therefore, for a company that wants to effectively and legitimately communicate its ESG efforts, there is a need to be transparent and ready to back their claims with data.
Read MoreAs the need for clear, targeted and concise ESG messaging grows, we have outlined several key principles that can help you achieve effective communications in this area.
Read MoreBillie Lau, a veteran journalist that has written about Hong Kong’s financial and banking sector for over 25 years, recently published Banker食堂, a wide-ranging book featuring interviews and stories from Hong Kong’s banking sector. This interview is an exploration of Billie’s motivations for writing the book and a dive into her experience and perspective.
Read MoreIn this interview with professor Amin Rajan, CEO of CREATE Research, a network of independent global investment management specialists, we discuss the business impacts of environmental commitments, ESG trends, and some of the business and governmental politics surrounding the upcoming COP26.
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