Environmental and Social Governance
/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛn.təl ænd ˈsoʊ.ʃəl ˈɡʌv.ər.nəns/
Definitions
- (n.) A framework within corporate law focusing on a company’s environmental impact, social responsibility, and governance policies to promote ethical and sustainable business practices.
Investors increasingly consider environmental and social governance criteria when evaluating a company's long-term viability.
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- environmental and social governance
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Commentary
Environmental and social governance integrates multi-disciplinary legal and regulatory norms to address both environmental risks and social impacts, reflecting growing legal emphasis on sustainability and ethical conduct in corporate behavior.
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