Taking a holistic view of sustainability

In times of global crises and high social expectations of credible sustainability initiatives, it is also essential for non-statutory welfare organisations to deal with "Environmental, Social, Governance" (ESG). This buzzword refers to a comprehensive concept for assessing and managing corporate responsibility in three key areas: Environmental (environment), Social (social) and Governance (corporate management). ESG is increasingly becoming a strategic tool to increase their impact, minimise risks and secure their legitimacy, especially for non-statutory welfare organisations, which often work with public funds and rely on a high level of trust. Through ESG practices, organisations can meet regulatory requirements, minimise risk and increase public trust, which is critical to securing support and funding.

• Corresponding strategies can create competitive advantages, open up financing opportunities and strengthen the trust of partners and employees.
• ESG practices can also increase attractiveness as an employer and draw in talented professionals.
• Sustainability initiatives promote, among other things, innovations that bring ecological and social benefits and make operating processes more efficient.

• ESG practices require extensive changes in processes and behaviours, which requires resources and expertise.
• The impact of ESG measures is often difficult to measure and report. Clear guidelines and tools are therefore urgently needed.
• ESG should become part of the corporate culture, which requires a strong commitment from the management level, which is not always given.

We support charities in connection with sustainability issues in a variety of ways, such as in the development of ESG roadmaps that are individually tailored to the structures of your organisation.