ESG and Corporate Governance: Steering Companies Towards Sustainable Success

Ethics and Professional Responsibility CPD | Led by David Kerr

Navigate New Sustainability Reporting Obligations

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors are reshaping corporate governance, presenting new compliance challenges. This CPD session provides an overview of ESG principles, updates on legislation, and governance strategies, offering actionable insights for effectively integrating ESG into corporate frameworks.

Navigate New Sustainability Reporting Obligations

Understand ESG's impact on governance: Explore the increasing significance of ESG factors in corporate settings.
Implement ESG strategically: Discover best practices for incorporating ESG considerations into board decisions and risk management.

Lawyers may claim this webinar as an educational CPD activity. As the CPD scheme is self-assessed, we leave it to attendees to determine relevance to their practice. LegalVision does not provide certificates of completion.

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Summary of Contents

Summary of Contents

ESG Principles and Regulation Covers key areas like modern slavery and greenwashing, stressing their importance due to investor and regulatory pressures.
Legislative Updates and Director Duties Outlines director responsibilities and environmental claim standards under the Corporations Act.
Sustainability Reporting Requirements Details new reporting thresholds for entities by revenue, assets, and staff numbers.
Governance and Policy Implementation Offers strategies for designing and implementing ESG policies, including board roles.
Key Takeaways for ESG Governance Highlights stakeholder consideration, legislative updates, and evidence-based decision-making to ensure trust and compliance.

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