Track 4: ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL & GOVERNANCE (ESG)

In today’s business world, sustainability is a strategic necessity. The pressures on companies to be more socially, environmentally and economically sustainable are mounting on many fronts. Consumers and shareholders expect more than lip service – they want demonstrated commitment. As the planet’s environment changes, so do its effects on the business world. Environmental changes impact business practices. From natural resources to supply chains, to logistics, to energy sources, to customer behaviors and demographics, businesses must adapt or be left behind. Further, climate change requires business adopt sustainable practices in order to remain economically viable and environmentally responsible.  recognize why sustainability is mission-critical for businesses todayidentify examples of the types of initiatives businesses often consider for adopting sustainable business practicesidentify evidence-based actions companies can take to integrate sustainability into business strategyidentify requirements in key regulatory agreements that impact business sustainability practicesidentify ways that business practices and environmental changes affect each otheridentify the risks organizations can face by not embracing sustainabilityidentify some of the common reasons why businesses resist the move to sustainabilityrecognize opportunities afforded by implementing sustainable practices Course Durations: 1hour 15mins 55secs