ESG Washing - Recognizing the types of risks and factors that contribute to ESG fraud
SustainAbility School #81
By attending this webinar, you will learn about:
Understanding ESG Fraud and Greenwashing: ESG fraud risks are on the rise due to increasing regulatory and public pressures, "Greenwashing" refers to exaggerated or misleading claims by companies about their sustainability efforts to create a favorable public image without substantial action;
The Role of Corporate Governance: Strong, ethical corporate governance helps build trust with stakeholders by aligning a company's culture with its core values, Governance is key for setting the tone on genuine ESG practices and avoiding deceptive practices;
Legislative Trends and Compliance: Regulations around ESG claims are evolving with stricter, well-defined standards for sustainability,Participants will learn about the importance of understanding and adhering to these standards to ensure compliance and avoid legal consequences;
Risks and Consequences of Greenwashing: Greenwashing can lead to reputational damage, loss of consumer trust, and potential legal repercussions, Recognizing and evaluating these risks can help organizations avoid practices that may lead to ESG fraud;
Identifying and Evaluating ESG Claims: Participants will gain tools to identify greenwashing tactics and make credible, substantiated sustainability claims, Real-world examples will be analyzed to improve detection and understanding of deceptive practices in ESG;
SustainAbility School este un program de educare dedicat exclusiv angajaților din organizațiile membre ale Ambasadei Sustenabilității în România prin programul Coaliția România Sustenabilă.