Brief

Navigating the ESG Alphabet Soup

This brief provides a clear overview of the key definitions, concepts, and terminology related to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues. Designed for employer and business membership organizations and their members, it serves as a practical guide to navigating the often complex and acronym-heavy ESG landscape. The brief also explores the evolution of ESG-related terms and clarifies how concepts like Responsible Business Conduct and Socially Responsible Investment intersect with, and differ from, ESG.