The latest quarterly Board Practice newsletter from Norman Broadbent explores the themes of sustainability and ESG, offering an incredibly comprehensive collection of corporate governance insights and trends, perfect for keeping apprised of discussion points in the wake of COP29.
The resource covers a wide range of critical topic for boards to stay ahead. Some primary features include:
- Is being 'a responsible business' incompatible with profit? - following their recent survey in collaboration with BDO LLP, 'Navigating a New Era for the Non-Executive', Norman Broadbent's Tanya Gass explores board attitudes towards ESG.
- Interview with Essentra plc - exploring approaches to sustainability in manufacturing processes, as well as how the board provides effective oversight of ESG.
- Interview with Mark Cuddigan - ex-CEO of B Corp Ella's Kitchen, and now CEO of B Corp plant-based food provider THIS - discussing his career, and the benefits of driving a responsible business.
- A New Industrial Strategy - How is your Board dealing with sustainability right now? Is it discussing the Industrial Strategy? Are you going faster or slower than before Net Zero?
- NB Opinion - This insightful piece explores how ESG is both a challenge and an opportunity, looking at the dangers of ignoring ESG, identifying responsibility within the boardroom, and how boards can realise ESG's positive influence with the right strategy.
- Market Insights - George Richardson asks senior leaders their thoughts on the renewable energy landscape in 2025.
- Tanya's Top Picks - offering books, blogs, and podcasts for boards to stay ahead.
As well as a host of other great resources. Be sure to read the full newsletter here.
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