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 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 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 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 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.
Read MoreRalph Lee, Paradigm’s Assistant Director for Media Relations, spent 15 years as a journalist before making the switch to communications. In this interview he shares what the experience has been like and tips on how to build long lasting relationships with the media.
Read MoreOver the past few months, we interviewed a range of experts to explore how they are experiencing the rapidly growing ESG space. Here are some of our key takeaways for communications practitioners.
Read MoreIn the second of a two part interview, Prof. Amin Rajan, CEO of CREATE-Research, shares his insights on the challenges facing ESG communications and view on the way forward.
Read MoreIn the first of a two-part interview, Prof. Amin Rajan, CEO of CREATE-Research, shares his insights on investors' shifting priorities relating to ESG.
Read MoreBrian Ho, Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services at EY, explores the heightened investor and regulator expectations for ESG communications and how corporations are responding.
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