Kerry Stares writes for Funds Europe on private companies entering a new era of transparency on ESG
Private companies face increasing pressure to improve their ESG practices, but many are viewing it as an investment for the future and an opportunity to attract talent and access cheaper, sustainability-linked finance.
Kerry Stares, Partner & Director of Responsible Business and Pro Bono, writes for Funds Europe on the new era of transparency for ESG in the private sector.
See a snippet of the piece below:
"In my experience, many mid-market private businesses view ESG-related spending as an investment, not a cost. Moreover, there is a growing appreciation that the direction of travel is one way, that expectations of business on ESG will continue to ramp up, driven by more (and more onerous) regulation, particularly as we approach key climate tipping points in 2030."
Read the full article in Funds Europe here.