According to Amey, environmental, social and governance (ESG) is no longer viewed as a box-ticking exercise for companies and private organisations, but fundamental in the management of public services. The term has matured to become a mainstream priority – from initially helping to manage risks or improve efficiencies, to being recognised as a key driver to deliver on organisational growth and financial success.
Whether the focus is on addressing climate change and biodiversity emergencies, improving human rights and social justice or strengthening governance, ESG is no longer just a ‘nice to have’. By echoing and embedding principles and practices into their operations, policies and procurement, the public sector can drive the momentum forward to deliver sustainable outcomes that benefit not only their own performance and reputation, but also the long-term wellbeing and resilience of the communities they serve.
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