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We produced a Resource Navigator for Global Commons Alliance which provides guidance to companies and financial institutions as they navigate #nature and #climate. ? This first-of-its-kind, interactive tool organizes resources by their applicability to the 5-step?Science Based Targets Network?and?SBTi?process. ? It helps businesses to select and and utilize relevant management resources that will support their contributions to our collective nature-positive and #NetZero future. Explore and download our Navigator here: https://lnkd.in/eaZ232vT

Stakeholder pressure is shaping the way companies approach sustainability, transparency, and accountability. So, how can organisations respond effectively? Here are 3 key insights: 1?? Engage stakeholders inclusively: Use materiality assessments to identify and prioritise the ESG issues that matter most. Don’t just focus on vocal groups—also consider silent but impactful stakeholders. Tools like the AA1000 Stakeholder Engagement Standard (SES) from AccountAbility offer practical guidance; 2?? Integrate transparency into daily operations: Stakeholder engagement isn’t just about meetings—it’s about weaving feedback into your strategy, governance, and reporting. This builds trust and credibility, aligning business goals with sustainability outcomes; 3?? Go beyond compliance: Regulations like the EU CSRD and UK Sustainable Disclosure Standards are raising the bar, but effective ESG performance requires more than ticking boxes. Collaboration, open dialogue, and meaningful action are essential to stay ahead. ?? Leverage digital tools like Tractivity to streamline stakeholder engagement and focus on relationships that drive value. How is your organisation responding to #ESG challenges? #stakeholderengagement #stakeholdermanagement #sustainability

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Exciting news: AccountAbility recognized as the?Best ESG Strategy Development Partner - 2024?by?CFI.co - Capital Finance International?for the fourth consecutive year. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ecRebTTU #ESG #Sustainability #Business

Thank you for sharing this insight Ioannis Ioannou! We are thrilled to see the Board Packet Guide on Nature and Climate Action we co-developed generate so much rich conversation. #sustainability #nature #climateaction

AccountAbility attended the Salata Institute Climate and Sustainability Expo at Harvard University last week. It was wonderful to meet so many new people and introduce them to our work! #sustainability #ESG #leadership #business #career

The Good Business Conference at Fordham Gabelli School of Business reinforced a vital theme: the importance of moving from just data collection to actionable data. Across panels, speakers drove home that effective ESG isn’t about having data; it’s about using it strategically to future-proof businesses. Here are some key takeaways from AccountAbility team members Jeffrey Kreisler and Melanie O'Brien: ?? Regulation as a Catalyst for Action? ESG regulations are no longer just compliance checkpoints—they’re tailwinds that propel companies to elevate sustainability into core business strategies. ?? Beyond Reporting: Actionable Data? Jennifer Silberman, SVP, Chief Sustainability Officer at Dollar Tree Stores pointed out that data must go beyond reporting; it should be data companies can act on. Integrating this into corporate strategy, rather than siloing it as “sustainability,” is critical to driving real impact. ?? Supplier Data Importance? High-quality ESG reporting often relies on solid supplier data. Persefoni’s Mike Wallace and Estee Lauder’s Al Iannuzzi underscored that suppliers are critical players in ESG data collection. Because supplier data is crucial for companies to build a complete picture of their ESG impact, it is increasingly important for companies to influence suppliers to produce more robust data, and with the right assurance (like the AA1000 Assurance Standards), companies can trust this data to inform better decision-making. ?? Continuous Improvement Over Perfection? Data-driven ESG management is a journey.?Reporting and data quality improve year over year. The key is to keep moving forward, knowing that year-one data will evolve as reporting becomes more rigorous and actionable. It was great to hear from all the participants at the Good Business Conference. Actionable ESG data isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s the foundation for resilient, impactful business strategies. #business #responsiblebusiness #sustainability #ESG? ?

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??Intangible assets are becoming increasingly valuable. AccountAbility's #SES24 presentation by Melanie O'Brien showed how aligning #stakeholderengagement with sustainability goals can drive #ESG impact. ??You can check the presentations from our Summit here: https://hubs.la/Q02VHpvX0 #stakeholdermanagement #sustainability