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From ESG disclosures to risk modelling and carbon credits, CSOs are leading the charge in tackling the world’s most pressing challenge: climate change. And what better way to highlight their accomplishments than #EarthDay? We recently hosted a panel discussion at the One Earth Summit in Hong Kong, titled “Leadership, Strategy, and Action towards Net Zero,” where CSOs and Investors shared their experiences and milestones in achieving their global sustainability goals.   Moderated by Egon Zehnder’s Catherine Zhu, the panel featured the following leaders: 🌱 Alpha Lau, Director General, Invest Hong Kong 🌱 Amy Fong, Managing Director of Sustainability, FountainVest 🌱 Esther An, CSO, City Developments Limited 🌱 John Haffner, Deputy Director of Sustainability, Hang Lung Properties 🌱 Mark Harper, Group Head of Sustainability, John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Ltd. Learn more about how these leaders are working with their teams, stakeholders, governments, and communities to empower change: https://ego.nz/3UotXfu How are you showing up for sustainability and celebrating #EarthDay today?   Authors: Lydia Tang and Catherine Zhu

From ESG disclosures to risk modelling and carbon credits, CSOs are leading the charge in tackling the world’s most pressing challenge: climate change. But CSOs cannot act alone—it is crucial that they are well-supported in their role of implementing sustainability initiatives within their organizations. We recently hosted a panel discussion at the One Earth Summit in Hong Kong, titled “Leadership, Strategy, and Action towards Net Zero,” where CSOs and Investors shared their experiences and milestones in achieving their global sustainability goals. #EarthDay   Moderated by Egon Zehnder’s Catherine Zhu, the panel featured the following leaders: 🌱 Alpha Lau, Director General, Invest Hong Kong 🌱Amy Fong, Managing Director of Sustainability, FountainVest 🌱 Esther An, CSO, City Developments Limited 🌱 John Haffner, Deputy Director of Sustainability, Hang Lung Properties 🌱 Mark Harper, Group Head of Sustainability, John Swire & Sons (H.K.) Ltd. Learn more about how these leaders are working with their teams, stakeholders, governments, and communities to empower change: https://ego.nz/3UotXfu How do you show up for sustainability?   Authors: Lydia Tang and Catherine Zhu

The 5th Industrial Revolution (5IR) is here where sustainability, humanity and concern for the environment have been embedded to help drive positive change for the planet. While ASEAN is an integrated trade block, it is also defined by varied circumstances and a ‘hub and spoke’ model will be an important impetus to drive transformation through sustainable ESG. Success is 20% strategy and 80% execution afterall. #SustainableESG #SustainabilityLeadership

A good book to read - a lot of global case studies tagline: How global multibillion dollar businesses in the United States, Europe and Asia structure their sustainability strategy

With the increase in extreme weather events worldwide, paired with rigorous regulations coming into effect, organizations are under constant pressure to respond and explore how they can transform their business to become truly sustainable. In a recent article for ESG Today, Sol Salinas Executive Vice President and Sustainability Lead for the Americas at Capgemini, shares six steps leaders can take to accelerate their sustainability transformation efforts. Read the article for more of Sol's insights.

Are you currently also discussing the steps your organization can take to achieve a sustainable and environmentally responsible transformation? Who is not, I guess is the question... Key takeaways from an article I just read by Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - it was published already in August 2023: ➡️Embrace sustainability as a strategic imperative: Organizations must integrate sustainability into their core strategies and operations to achieve meaningful green transformation. ➡️Collaborate and innovate: Collaboration with stakeholders and fostering innovation are essential for driving sustainability initiatives forward and finding new solutions to environmental challenges. ➡️Set clear goals and track progress: Establishing specific sustainability goals and regularly monitoring and reporting on progress is crucial to ensure a successful green transformation. #esg #sustainability #transformation For more details, you can read the full article below - worth to thank all authors as well for sure Alice Bolton, Marjolein Cuellar, Kristy Ellmer, Elina Ibounig, Camila Noldin, Nick South, and Astrid Vikström

In a recent blog post, The Evolving Role of Chief Sustainability Officers published in the Harvard Business Review, the authors explore how the responsibilities and influence of Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs) have changed. Notably, this role has become increasingly critical as the world grapples with complex challenges such as climate change and social inequality. The role of Chief Sustainability Officers has evolved from a peripheral function to a central and influential position within organizations. CSOs are champions of sustainable development, driving change, and fostering innovation. Through strategic integration, stakeholder engagement, and a focus on transparency, CSOs help organizations become responsible corporate citizens, positively impacting society and the environment. The evolving role of CSOs reflects a growing realization that sustainable business practices are not only crucial for addressing global challenges but also for long-term business success. #esg #sustainability #business

🌿🤝 Breaking Ground for a Greener Tomorrow! Two Titans Unite in an ESG Partnership 🌿🤝 We're thrilled to share an article that shines a spotlight on an extraordinary ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) partnership poised to reshape the landscape of corporate sustainability. 🌎✨ 📰 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eZ7QWysD 🔍 In this enlightening piece, we explore: 🤝 The union of two industry titans committed to a sustainable future. 🌱 The innovative ESG strategies that will drive change and impact. 📊 The broader implications for corporate sustainability and responsible business practices. 💬 Insights from thought leaders on the significance of this partnership. Join us in celebrating this monumental collaboration that holds the potential to pave the way for a greener, more sustainable tomorrow. Discover how these two titans are aligning their missions to make a meaningful difference. 📢 Join the conversation! Share your thoughts and insights on this transformative ESG partnership in the comments section. Let's discuss the positive change we can create together. #ESG #CorporateSustainability #Partnership #GreenTomorrow #BusinessToday #SustainableFuture #Leadership

"In a world confronting pressing environmental and social challenges, the business community's role is more critical than ever. Yet, in the rush to demonstrate commitment, some fall into the trap of greenwashing or purpose-washing, offering only a facade of responsibility. How can we inspire genuine change and move beyond superficial promises to a reality where businesses contribute meaningfully to our planet's and society's health?" We are pleased to share that excerpts of our latest book, Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG is not enough (Penguin Random House) by our CEO Rajeev Peshawaria have been published on U.S. based porchlightbook.com. (Porchlight Book Company) #Leadership #ESG #Stewardship

"We see sustainability and business growth as dual value carriers for our organisation’s long-term success, so we will continue to focus on the internal capacity-building as well as external engagement with our partners. Speaking of the trends in 2024, addressing challenges faced by small and medium enterprises (SMEs) globally will become ever more pressing. We always talk about financial inclusion and digital inclusion, but sustainability inclusion for SMEs is equally important." In a conversation with Eco-Business, Leiming Chen, Chief Sustainability Officer, Ant International, shared more about our approach to corporate sustainability, highlighting our focus on SME enablement, R&D on energy-saving and carbon-reduction technologies, and using our technologies to enhance public awareness of green and low-carbon practices in daily life. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gXNi3AuY