Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is quickly shifting from voluntary best practice into a core strategic requirement for businesses globally. Regulators, investors, customers, and even employees expect organisations to demonstrate transparency, credibility, and measurable sustainability impacts.
But here’s the catch: even the most ambitious ESG strategies can falter without the right skills in place. According to Deloitte, 76% of executives agree that the skills gap is a significant barrier to achieving their ESG goals. Misreporting or unintended greenwashing is more common than you might realise; for instance, last year the SEC fined Deutsche Bank’s subsidiary $19 million for overstating ESG credentials.
So, how do you avoid these costly mistakes?
Our new white paper, Bridging the ESG Skills Gap, outlines how targeted employee training is critical to accurate ESG reporting and sustained business growth. Companies that invest in ESG literacy are seeing real outcomes, from improved compliance and risk management to stronger stakeholder relationships and brand trust.
What should ESG training cover? It’s more than definitions and frameworks. Employees need practical skills:
- Knowing how to accurately collect and report ESG data.
- Understanding how their daily activities contribute to broader sustainability goals.
- Identifying and mitigating ESG risks before they escalate.
In fact, PwC found that companies with comprehensive ESG training programs have 40% greater success in meeting ESG targets compared to their peers.
If your ESG strategy isn’t supported by a skilled, informed workforce, it risks becoming disconnected and ineffective. It’s time to give your teams the knowledge and tools they need.
Download the white paper and learn how to strategically embed ESG training into your company’s DNA.