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The social pillar in ESG (environmental, social, and governance) assesses a organisation’s impact on people and society. It covers labour practices, diversity and inclusion, human rights and community engagement. Prioritising social responsibility not only benefits society but also mitigates risks, strengthens reputation, and creates long-term value for businesses and investors.

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Investor toolkit: An investor focus on Indigenous Peoples' rights and cultural heritage protection

Responsible Investment Association Australasia
This toolkit guides investors on how to assess a company’s relationship with Indigenous stakeholders and its respect for their cultural heritage. The toolkit explains the impact of those issues on long-term financial value before providing detailed guidance on what investors should look for in a company's disclosure and engagement practices.
Research
22 October 2021

Rainforest Action Network

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Rainforest Action Network (RAN) preserves forests, protects the climate and upholds human rights by challenging corporate power and systemic injustice through frontline partnerships and strategic campaigns. RAN campaigns to stop deforestation, defund climate change and support grassroots movements and affected communities.
Organisation
2 research items

Indigenous Environmental Network

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
The Indigenous Environmental Network is an alliance of grassroots Indigenous Peoples within the United States whose mission is to protect the sacredness of Mother Earth from contamination and exploitation by strengthening, maintaining, and respecting traditional teachings and natural laws.
Organisation
1 research item

Building back better with better jobs: Mainstreaming business models for decent work

Business Fights Poverty
Recent years have seen declining job security and working conditions as a result of increased outsourcing and 'gig economy' business models. This report serves as a guide on how businesses can build back from the global pandemic and create decent jobs without compromising business competitiveness and profitability.
Research
22 October 2020

Business Fights Poverty

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
A business-led collaboration network focused on social impact comprised of a global community passionate about building an equitable and resilient future. Business Fights Poverty believes in the power of business to help improve the lives, livelihoods and learning opportunities of the most vulnerable people and communities.
Organisation
1 research item

Bankrolling plastics: The banks that fund plastic packaging pollution

Portfolio Earth
Banks continue to finance the global plastics chain, despite the significant risks of lender liability from the impacts of plastic waste. This report highlights the lack of development of any due diligence systems, contingent loan criteria, or financing exclusions at the banks when it comes to the plastic packaging industry.
Research
5 January 2021

Beyond compliance: Effective reporting under the Modern Slavery Act

This report provides practical guidance from non-governmental organisations with expertise in modern slavery for commercial organisations reporting under the UK Modern Slavery Act. It provides a business case for business action on modern slavery in supply chains that goes beyond minimum compliance to achieving positive change on slavery and forced labour.
Research
28 February 2016

Corporate Justice Coalition

Issue Focused NGOs & Think Tanks
Previously called the CORE Coalition, Corporate Justice Coalition (CJC) is a UK coalition campaigning to ensure corporations are held accountable for human rights and environmental abuses. CJC advocate for a stronger regulatory framework, higher standards of corporate conduct and improved access to remedy for those harmed by corporate activities.
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Rhodium Group

Commercial Research Providers
Rhodium Group is an independent research provider combining economic data and policy insight to analyse global trends. Key areas of Rhodium expertise include Chinese economic, social and political development, energy and climate change, India’s emergence as a global player and advanced economy restructuring.
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Financing the civic energy sector: How financial institutions affect ownership models in Germany and the United Kingdom

Addresses the concept of civic energy concerning the municipal ownership of energy systems in the UK and Germany by contrasting their banking systems to demonstrate how social and cultural values have shaped the civic energy sector. In turn, this demonstrates the importance of financial institutions in the low-carbon transition.
Research
17 November 2015

Energy Research & Social Science

Academic Institutions
Energy Research & Social Science is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by Elsevier that covers social science research on energy systems and energy and society. Established in 2014, it is now among the highest ranked journals on energy and social sciences. .
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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Government Sponsored / Multilateral Organisations
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a branch of the United Nations that acts as the global development network. The UNDP is an international entity that addresses sustainability issues regarding poverty, climate change and social injustice by collaborating with international agencies and governing bodies.
Organisation
6 research items

Blueprint for business leadership on the SDGs: A principles-based approach

United Nations Global Compact
Business cannot thrive unless people and planet are thriving. This publication presents a framework for the next generation of business leadership with the intention to foster contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals at scale.
Research
21 September 2017

Financial services and modern slavery: Practical responses for managing risk to people

Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler International (KPMG International)
This report provides a guide on how to identify and treat human rights violations in the financial services sector. It is broken down into four parts to help the sector address modern slavery risks and develop more transparent reporting practices.
Research
24 February 2021

Corporate governance principles and recommendations: 4th edition

ASX Corporate Governance Council
The report sets out eight principles and thirty-five recommendations of corporate governance practices for listed entities on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). The principles and recommendations address emerging issues around culture, values, and trust. It includes governance standards around disclosure, gender diversity, corporate reporting, risk management and director remuneration.
Research
27 February 2019

Factory farming in Asia: Assessing investment risks

Asia Research & Engagement (ARE)
Asia's meat, dairy, and seafood industries are increasingly vulnerable to risks with the potential to damage returns. This report analyses twelve Asia-Pacific markets identifying five areas of risk including food safety and nutrition, public health, environment, animal welfare and labour standards. Each area of risk includes key questions for investors.
Research
31 August 2017
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