Environmental Social Governance

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Embed Values. Drive Change. Deliver Impact.


What is ESG?

ESG refers to a set of standards for a company’s operations that investors increasingly use to assess risk, long-term value, and sustainability. While ESG priorities vary by organisation (depending on size, sector, and values), the framework broadly covers:

  • Environmental: Climate impact, pollution, resource use, and waste management

  • Social: Labour rights, supply chain ethics, health & safety, and human rights

  • Governance: Board structure, diversity, anti-corruption, and shareholder rights

These principles can be tailored to align with your business model and strategic goals. ESG is no longer a peripheral concern - it’s central to corporate resilience and investor confidence.

Why ESG Matters

Investors now actively integrate ESG factors into decision-making, using them to evaluate how companies manage risk and deliver long-term value. Strong ESG performance is increasingly seen as a marker of operational integrity and financial stability.

Companies that embed ESG into their operations are better positioned to attract investment, enhance reputation, and improve performance.

How Mainer Associates Can Help

We support organisations in developing and implementing ESG strategies that are practical, measurable, and aligned with their values. Our services include:

  • ESG workshops to define priorities and aspirations

  • Policy development and strategic alignment

  • Auditing existing policies and practices

  • Ongoing monitoring and reporting of ESG compliance

Mainer Associates has experience working within sustainability working groups, helping businesses stay aligned with ESG standards and demonstrate value to stakeholders.


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