Overview of the Series
The ESG and the Sustainable Economy Handbook series, initiated in 2021, provides a structured examination of how environmental, social, and governance considerations intersect with legal, operational, and investment practices across global markets. It brings together perspectives from investors, operators, and policymakers to explain how ESG factors shape decision-making within the sustainable economy.
Purpose of the Benchmark/Series
The purpose of the series is to offer a consistent reference point for understanding core ESG concepts, sector-level developments, and the broader transition toward a sustainable economy. It aims to clarify how organisations interpret ESG criteria and how these considerations influence financial, regulatory, and operational environments.
Methodology
Each instalment applies a qualitative, comparative review of legal frameworks, industry practices, and market structures. Contributors analyse regulatory settings, voluntary standards, investment approaches, and operational practices across regions and industries. The series is organised thematically to ensure comparability between editions and to reflect evolving ESG-related policy and market trends.
Use for Finance Professionals
Finance professionals can use the series to:
- Understand how ESG criteria influence investment processes, capital allocation, and risk assessment.
- Track regulatory developments across key jurisdictions.
- Gain clarity on operational factors affecting investee companies and assets.
- Support integration of ESG considerations into frameworks for due diligence, stewardship, and product development.
This benchmark/series therefore provides a stable foundation for comparing future editions as ESG-related expectations and regulatory landscapes continue to evolve.
