Ask a Question about ESG, Sustainability, Governance, and More!

Following the successful launch of the Academy on 31 July 2024, we invite you to participate in our Q&A series. Our Advisory Board will answer selected questions from ESG Certification Holders, sharing their expertise and insights on sustainability governance and ESG. 

Submit your questions and learn from leading voices in the field. 
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What is single and double materiality?

4 December 2024
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Ms Gill Meller FCG HKFCG(PE) 

International Vice President, The Chartered Governance Institute; Past President, HKCGI; and Legal and Governance Director, MTR Corporation Limited

In this video, Gill Meller FCG HKFCG(PE) explains the distinct concepts of materiality in ESG reporting. She details how single materiality focuses on the impact of environmental and social issues on an organisation’s financial performance, while double materiality extends to assess the organisation’s impact on environment and society. Though more complex, double materiality provides a more comprehensive view of ESG risks and opportunities, making it increasingly relevant in sustainability reporting.

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Does the ESG backlash that we’re seeing in the US and other parts of the world mean the end to ESG?

20 November 2024
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Presented by Ms Pru Bennett 

Partner, Brunswick Group

No, ESG isn’t coming to an end, asserts Pru Bennett. While addressing recent ESG backlash and high-profile DEI rollbacks at companies like Harley Davidson and John Deere, she explains that ESG’s longevity depends on its implementation. When driven by solid business strategy rather than PR initiatives, ESG delivers tangible value, improving staff retention, productivity, and talent acquisition while directly enhancing a company’s bottom line. 

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Is ESG a Luxury for Companies?

6 November 2024
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Presented by Ms Pru Bennett 

Partner, Brunswick Group

In this video, she debunks the notion that ESG is merely a corporate luxury. Drawing from market research spanning 45 years, she reveals how intangible assets—including human, environmental, social, and intellectual capital—now represent a staggering 90% of S&P 500 companies’ market value. Watch as Bennett explains why understanding and managing ESG factors isn’t just good practice—it’s fundamental to creating and preserving company value in today’s business landscape.