Investors positive about ESG factors

Investors have a positive attitude to ESG, i.e. factors related to the environment, social responsibility and corporate governance. The commitment to the value of ESG is gradually increasing, according to the Kearney report.

The survey covered investors' attitudes towards ESG, i.e. factors related to the environment, social responsibility and corporate governance. The report found that 94 percent of respondents admitted that ESG is present in the strategy of their companies, and 89 percent believes that adherence to the ESG gives them a competitive advantage. 73 percent of respondents indicated that in the last three years ESG factors have become very important.

"67 percent of investors said the pandemic has accelerated the implementation of their ESG commitments. Our results also reflect the urgent need to meet ESG targets – 54 percent of investors said they expect their company to fully implement ESG commitments within the next two years," Kearney added.

"Despite great enthusiasm, only 35 percent of companies have fully developed and implemented their ESG strategy, policies and practices," Kearney emphasized.

(PAP)