By Steven W. Pearce, MBA, MPMCEO, Pearce Sustainability Consulting Group Introduction: The ESG Imperative for Infrastructure Infrastructure is the foundation upon which economies grow, societies thrive, and resilience is built. Roads, power grids, ports, hospitals, water systems, and digital networks are not just physical assets, they are the lifelines of human development and competitiveness. Yet these same assets are uniquely…
Why ESG is the Missing Thread in Sustainable Fashion
By Steven W. Pearce, MBA, MPM — Sustainability & Global Development Consultant The Conversation — and Google Search — That Sparked This Article When I first met Valeriya Hjertanaes, I knew she was accomplished, a world-famous supermodel, sustainable fashion advocate, Mrs. World Congeniality, and host of the Diversity GameChanger podcast. But it was after I Googled her that I really…
Understanding Double Materiality: A CSRD Mandate
Introduction In the evolving landscape of sustainability disclosure, the concept of materiality has taken center stage. But as the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) takes effect, companies are no longer being asked to determine what is material solely for investors — they must also consider what is material for society, the environment, and other stakeholders. This new approach…
ESG Maturity Assessment: Unlocking the Strategic Advantage in Sustainability
Introduction In today’s rapidly evolving regulatory and stakeholder environment, the ability of an organization to navigate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities is more than just a compliance exercise—it’s a strategic imperative. Companies across the globe are waking up to the importance of integrating ESG principles into their core business models to enhance resilience, improve stakeholder trust, attract investment, and…