Drive Growth and Add Value with ESG and Sustainability Expertise
Forward-thinking companies are thinking about how a strategic focus on ESG and Sustainability can add new value to their business.
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) involves consideration of environmental, social, and governance factors alongside financial factors in the business investment decision-making process.
How is your organisation shifting from a piecemeal and predominantly reactive engagement with ESG to one of strategic engagement? And how can sustainability be weaponised as part of an over-business strategy and value proposition?
The Andersen in New Zealand team can advise you on ESG as it pertains to business strategy, risk management, and stakeholder engagement and help you develop an externally verifiable effectiveness framework and associated reporting metrics to demonstrate ESG performance (including GHG emissions and carbon reporting in accordance with Scope 1, 2 or of the GHG protocol.
How we can help
ESG Assessment
A comprehensive assessment of your business to evaluate its environmental, social, and governance practices. We'll analyse your policies, processes, performance metrics, and disclosures related to sustainability, social impact, and governance practices - identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement in your ESG performance.
ESG Strategy Development
Develop an ESG strategy that aligns with your business goals and values. We'll define objectives, set targets, and identify KPIs to track progress. Andersen will help integrate ESG considerations into your overall business strategy and decision-making processes.
Reporting & Disclosure
We'll help establish a framework for ESG reporting and disclosure, ensuring effective communication of ESG performance to stakeholders. This can involve sustainability reports, disclosures for investors, and implementing transparent and standardised reporting practices.
Stakeholder Engagement
Engaging with stakeholders is a crucial component of an effective ESG strategy. Andersen will help identify key stakeholders, understand their expectations and concerns, and develop engagement plans. This includes establishing dialogue channels, stakeholder consultations, and integrating stakeholder feedback into your ESG strategy.
Risk Assessment
ESG risks can significantly impact your company's reputation, operational efficiency, and financial performance. Andersen will help identify and assess ESG-related risks, developing risk management strategies, mitigation measures, and integration into your overall risk management framework.
Investment Decisions
If you are an investment-focused business, Andersen can help integrate ESG considerations into your investment decision-making processes. We are skilled at in analysing ESG factors as part of due diligence, identifying sustainable investment opportunities, and assessing the ESG performance of potential investments.
Training and Education
Andersen professionals can deliver training and educational programs to enhance the ESG literacy and awareness of your team. This includes educating your staff on ESG principles, best practices, and their roles in implementing the ESG strategy. Training sessions may cover topics such as sustainable practices, social impact, diversity and inclusion, and corporate governance.
Benchmarking and Tracking
Benchmark your ESG performance against industry peers and relevant standards allows you to understand whether you are ahead or behind the curve. Regular performance tracking will help you understand where you stand, identify areas for improvement, and demonstrate progress to stakeholders.
