Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

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Global happiness, gender equality, ESG… Ipsos Update explores the latest research & thinking on key topics from Ipsos teams around the world.

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The term ESG or Environment, Social and Governance was first used in 2005 as part of the UN Global Compact initiative “Who Cares Wins” to “assist in the integration of environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) issues in investment analysis, processes and decision-making.” Today, ESG has come to represent the dimensions of sustainability outside of investment analysis.

There is a growing belief among the public that private corporations should also take responsibility for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues; these factors are no longer solely the responsibility of the public and governments. While certain business sectors are perceived as having a heightened obligation to diminish their environmental footprint (particularly energy companies, automobile manufacturers, airlines, and public transport providers), no industry can evade the necessity to act responsibly.

Gender classification in international research.

As a key international player in the energy sector with a commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2050, EDF today presents the findings of an opinion study conducted for the 5th consecutive year in 29 countries across five continents, covering two-thirds of the world’s population, and including the biggest CO2 emitters. Every year, EDF produces an international report on opinions, knowledge, expectations and levels of commitment in relation to climate change to drive reflection on the subject and participate in the constructive search for solutions for the future.

Constitutional recognition for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.