Receive our emails

How to incorporate ESG into a business

Organisations need to take a proactive approach to ESG, by building a strong foundation for monitoring and reporting on ESG metrics both externally and internally.

The key steps for implementing ESG include:

  • Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of your company's ESG performance, identifying strengths and areas for improvement.

  • Integration: Integrate ESG considerations into your business strategy, from product development to supply chain management.

  • Transparency: Communicate your ESG initiatives clearly to stakeholders, demonstrating your commitment to sustainable practices.

  • Continuous Improvement: ESG is an ongoing journey. Regularly assess and update your ESG goals and performance metrics.

If you’re unsure where to start, globally recognised ESG-related frameworks can help your organisation to implement and measure the success of your ESG initiatives.

Choosing to align to a framework can help elevate your reputation as an ESG leader. Common frameworks include: 

  • U.N. Sustainable Development Goals: Guidelines developed in a global partnership that set a blueprint for sustainable actions across climate change, health and inequality. 
  • Carbon Disclosure Project: A global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impact. 
  • Global Reporting Initiative: The GRI Standards create a common language for organizations to report on their sustainability impacts in a consistent and credible way. This enhances global comparability and enables organizations to be transparent and accountable. 

But with so many standards, frameworks and reporting mechanisms on offer, it can be overwhelming to decide which to align your organisation with. That's why we've developed ESG Baseline, to help guide your journey to more sustainable business.

ESG Baseline will provide data and insights for your organisation, and support your journey with a hosted workshop specifically tailored to your organisation's needs. ESG Baseline is a 12-month programme which takes you through the steps to make it happen, with guidance and advice tailored to your individual context and situation. 

You'll get a bespoke ESG Strategy and Action Plan, as well as online support and guidance for your customised plan.