When organizations invest in ESG and sustainability, they’ll see growth and other benefits in a number of areas. For example, they’ll be able to:
Access larger pools of capital: Global sustainable investment has topped $30 trillion.
Attract and retain the best talent: The majority of professionals would take a pay cut to work at a company that aligns more with their values.
Build credibility and trust and enhance their brand and market reputation: Consumers prefer buying from brands they trust.
Grow their customer base: Nearly six in 10 consumers are willing to change their shopping habits to reduce their environmental impact.
Reduce costs: Sustainability initiatives can lay a foundation for more efficient operations, lowering the overall cost of operations.
Grow their business: Our research shows that companies driven by purpose post compound annual growth rates of 9.85% compared to 2.4% for the S&P 500 overall.