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To help define the Chief Sustainability Officer role, we have curated a sample CSO job spec from a compilation of multiple job descriptions. We've developed these descriptions based on the needs and culture of our clients. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/e5kfwYPd #ChiefSustainabilityOfficer #CSO #Sustainability #SustainableBusiness

Effective stakeholder engagement is vital for adhering to the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). According to Greenomy, a corporate sustainability manager overseeing CSRD reporting greatly benefits from involving those with relevant knowledge and cooperating with all participants in the process. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ea_fp34X Annemarie McCurrach

How does defining corporate sustainability enable enterprises to adapt amidst human-caused climate breakdown? In his latest Leader Comment, SR Inc CEO James Boyle outlines why enterprises should work to define corporate sustainability within their organizations. He traces the evolution and influences of corporate sustainability definitions to argue how they can and should ground your corporation’s sustainability endeavors. How does SR Inc define corporate sustainability? James Boyle writes: “It’s an approach to business that commits to building value with the corporation’s stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, host communities, and investors, over the near-, mid-, and long-term in a world confronted by unprecedented existential challenges.” To learn more about how SR Inc can help your organization develop and refine its definition of corporate sustainability, read the full Leader Comment below. https://lnkd.in/ea2yAPRj 

What is the future of the Chief Sustainability Officer role, if there is one? Will it become obsolete, or will it remain core to the organizational structure? “Rather than further integration, the CSO’s role will gradually disappear from the C-suite. As sustainability becomes a standard part of all functions, the need for a dedicated executive to advocate for it diminishes. Advocacy is no longer the primary focus.” We bring you fresh research and expert insights from Mike Bascombe, ESG and Sustainability Practice Lead at VantagePoint. Do you see this role evolving—or disappearing entirely? https://lnkd.in/er7prWSU #sustainabilityfuture #expertinsights #esgfuture #sustainablebusiness #sustainablefinance #duurzaamheid

Fundamentals of Stakeholder Engagement in Sustainability 🌎 Sustainability requires a collaborative approach that considers the perspectives of various stakeholders to develop realistic and scalable solutions. Programs and strategies aimed at addressing social and environmental issues effectively rely on comprehensive stakeholder input. By integrating these diverse viewpoints, strategies become more grounded and adaptable to real-world challenges. Stakeholder engagement extends beyond simple communication. It involves creating an ecosystem of trust and collaboration where insights are shared, and mutual understanding is built. This practice ensures that sustainability efforts are aligned with the needs and expectations of employees, customers, suppliers, communities, investors, and regulators. Feedback loops play an essential role in refining sustainability initiatives. Channels such as advisory boards, surveys, and strategic partnerships allow for continuous input and adjustment. This adaptability leads to programs that are more resilient and capable of evolving in response to changing social and environmental landscapes. Effective engagement helps mitigate risks and uncover opportunities that may not be visible without stakeholder interaction. It supports the co-creation of solutions that not only align with business objectives but also contribute positively to broader societal goals. The success of sustainability programs is amplified when stakeholders see their input reflected in outcomes. Prioritizing stakeholder engagement builds strong, enduring relationships that enhance the credibility and impact of sustainability initiatives. A structured approach to engaging stakeholders ensures that actions taken are comprehensive and effective, driving meaningful progress toward social and environmental resilience. This post is part of The Stakeholder Engagement Playbook, a bi-weekly series launched in partnership with The Sustainability Circle. #sustainability #sustainable #business #esg #climatechange #climateaction

From rethinking to recycling—every step counts! 🔄 Explore the stakeholder engament playbook to a circular economy with the infographic below.

We're glad you're here. Welcome back to The CSR Group. It's been a while. During this season of gratitude, we give thanks for you, our community. It's been a while, and we've missed you! We have been busy developing new products and services that we can’t wait to share with you! These developments, and the new team, mark a new era in our 22 years of serving clients sustainability needs and transform the way we do business. For 22 years, The CSR Group (www.thecsrgroup.com) has been at the forefront of corporate social responsibility and sustainability, guiding businesses on their journey to become more sustainable. This year, we're not just celebrating our 22-year legacy; we're expanding our team of leading experts – industry leaders who have decades of experience leading sustainability within global corporations. With fresh perspectives and new advisors on board, our ability to driving positive change has never been stronger. Celebrating 22 Years of HELPING CLIENTS NAVIGATE SUSTAINABILITY Expanding Our Horizons  In our quest to make sustainable practices more accessible, The CSR Group is broadening its focus beyond the Fortune 500 to include their suppliers and the mid-cap market. This strategic move is a response to an evident need in the marketplace for deep expertise and comprehensive, scalable solutions. Introducing our sister company, Teal Corporation, and its groundbreaking initiatives! We have seen the increasing need for sustainability solutions to ease the management of sustainability for medium size businesses, those just getting started on their journey. That is why we have spent the last few years developing a sister company to The CSR Group that is targeted to medium size business – Teal Corporation. These companies are, most likely, your suppliers. TealTech (www.tealtech.io) Sustainability is complex and complicated. Yet, we have spent years designing a platform to simplifying the management of sustainability for companies early in their journey. TealTech is a pioneering SaaS cloud based platform designed to ease the management of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices from the get-go. Navigate the complexities of ESG with a platform that grows with you. TealCSO (www.tealcso.com) Experience meets innovation with TealCSO. Our cadre of Fractional Chief Sustainability Officers, each boasting at least 15 years of experience and expertise leading sustainability IN-HOUSE at global corporations, stands ready to lead your company's sustainability transformation and ESG integration seamlessly. We're Here for You    Your journey towards a sustainable future is unique, and we're here to support you every step of the way. Contact us to explore how our new developments can benefit your business and pave the way for a more sustainable tomorrow. Let's embark on, or continue, this exciting journey together. With sincere gratitude, The CSR Group Team. Paula Ivey Vijay Sudan Kristin T. Nabha Rege

It was a real privilege yesterday to chair, in partnership with Harry Friend and Hedley May, a webinar on the rise of the Chief Sustainability Officer, with expert contributions from Jaclyn Kaminski-Beneche, Illana Adamson and Rob Colmer. We covered a huge amount of ground on how to make the CSO role and sustainability functions work well. Here were my key outtakes: Start with clarity on objectives - how you set up a sustainability function should be driven by clarity on its role(s) within the business; Buy-in from the top - success disproportionately rests on sponsorship from the senior team, ideally the CEO, and a properly engaged and informed board;   Relationship building is key - sustainability and technical expertise matters, but our experts found that the most important skills a CSO must deploy are those needed to artfully collaborate and build coalitions across functions and with key stakeholders outside of the business; and, The role is broad - setting strategy, working with stakeholders, holding the organisation to account for delivery, compliance and reporting...the CSO must be able to wear lots of hats and spins lots of plates (I mean metaphorically...). The role requires real resilience and the ability to recognise that one person can't do and know it all - lean on experts and partners within and outside of your organisation. With the right objectives, a thoughtful approach to how to build and support the sustainability function, and sustainability leadership with a broad range of technical and 'soft' skills, we can build resilient organisations fit for a net zero, biodiversity and people positive future. 

With a quantum leap in terms of focus on corporate sustainability and governance, with non-financial reporting and other mandatory requirements such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) coming into force, the competition for corporate sustainability talent is significant. #corporatesustainability #sustainability #esg MAP2VENTURES

Sustainability is important for business aiming to thrive in today's world. It is not a woke-trope but has positive impacts for ones bottom line and also means we can move forward in a world that will continue to exist. We know that effective sustainability starts with collaboration across all stakeholders, from employees to suppliers. By embedding sustainability into every decision, companies not only meet regulations but also foster long-term trust and loyalty. Companies that engage with stakeholders will always be set up for success when their decisions come under scrutiny. #Sustainability #Collaboration #Impact