Sustainability in the Spotlight: Has ESG Lost Momentum in the Boardroom?

Diligent Institute and Spencer Stuart surveyed nearly 1,000 board members on their organizations’ ESG practices and strategy.

It’s full steam ahead on ESG for many organizations, according to board members.

• 60% are taking extra care to ensure their ESG strategy is properly reflected in annual reports and filings.
• 47% predict more concerted efforts around ESG or a continuation of their current strategy in the next 5 years.
• 45% need better insights about how the organization’s ESG goals link to overall strategy.
• 2% only list public backlash as a major obstacle to progress on their organization’s ESG goals

Diligent Institute and Spencer Stuart surveyed nearly 1,000 board members spanning public, private and pre-IPO companies across every industry group to learn more about board ESG structure, oversight and practices around the world.