{"product_id":"esg-leadership-anumita-bhattacharyya-9798346642497","title":"ESG Leadership: Mastering Sustainabilty Strategies for a Net ZERO Future","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn today's rapidly changing world, where climate change, social justice, and responsible governance are taking centre stage, businesses are under increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices. More than just a buzzword, ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) has become the cornerstone of responsible leadership, driving the next wave of innovation, risk management, and long-term profitability. \u003cb\u003e\"ESG Leadership: Mastering Sustainability Strategies for a Net ZERO Future\"\u003c\/b\u003e is the ultimate guide for leaders, entrepreneurs, managers, and sustainability professionals who want to gain deep insights into the intricate world of ESG and the strategies necessary to achieve carbon neutrality and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Global Framework for ESG Implementation\u003c\/b\u003e The book opens by setting the stage for ESG leadership through the lens of global frameworks like the \u003cb\u003eUnited Nations\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eOECD\u003c\/b\u003e in shaping sustainable business strategies. Global initiatives like the \u003cb\u003eParis Agreement\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)\u003c\/b\u003e are explored in detail, \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCentral to this section is an in-depth explanation of various ESG-related \u003cb\u003eISO certifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Materiality Assessments: Single, Double, and Triple Perspectives\u003c\/b\u003e Understanding \u003cb\u003eMateriality Assessments\u003c\/b\u003e is crucial for identifying what issues matter most to an organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Environmental Factors: Emissions, Energy, Water, and Waste Management\u003c\/b\u003e to achieve \u003cb\u003eNet Zero\u003c\/b\u003e carbon emissions. Topics include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCarbon Accounting\u003c\/b\u003e: An explanation of \u003cb\u003eScope 1, 2, and 3 emissions\u003c\/b\u003e and also \u003cb\u003eCarbon Trading\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eCarbon Credits\u003c\/b\u003e to offset emissions, alongside the role of \u003cb\u003eCarbon Capture and Storage (CCS)\u003c\/b\u003e technologies\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Social Factors: Human Rights ( UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights), Diversity, Equity \u0026amp; Inclusion (DEI), and Collective Bargaining\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eSocial responsibility\u003c\/b\u003e is an essential part of any ESG strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Governance Factors: Board Composition, Executive Pay, Data Privacy, and Ethical Leadership\u003c\/b\u003e Governance is often the most challenging aspect of ESG for businesses to address. This section covers key governance factors such as: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) and Circular Economy\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb\u003eLife Cycle Analysis (LCA)\u003c\/b\u003e framework is explored in-depth, focusing on how businesses can assess the environmental impacts of their products and services from cradle to grave.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCircular Economy\u003c\/b\u003e practices are also presented as a key strategy for sustainability. The book provides detailed insights into how companies can transition from linear to circular models, focusing on \u003cb\u003eresource efficiency\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eproduct redesign\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ewaste valorization\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eclosing the loop\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. Case Studies, Data, and Research Analysis\u003c\/b\u003e Throughout the book, readers will find \u003cb\u003edetailed case studies\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003edata\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003estatistics\u003c\/b\u003e from leading organizations across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, energy, and finance. These examples showcase how businesses have successfully integrated ESG into their strategies, using a combination of scientific and management perspectives to drive performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConclusion: A Roadmap to Net Zero\u003c\/b\u003e The book concludes by providing readers with a step-by-step roadmap to achieving \u003cb\u003eNet Zero\u003c\/b\u003e emissions by 2050. It outlines the phases that companies can adopt, from \u003cb\u003einitial assessment\u003c\/b\u003e to \u003cb\u003ecarbon neutrality\u003c\/b\u003e, offering guidance on the critical milestones and strategic shifts needed for a sustainable future. The role of emerging technologies such as \u003cb\u003eblockchain for carbon tracking\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eAI for resource optimization\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eIoT for environmental monitoring\u003c\/b\u003e is also explored as enablers of the \u003cb\u003eNet Zero\u003c\/b\u003e transition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Anumita Bhattacharyya,Mitash Bhattacharyya\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798346642497\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/18\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 414\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.21lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.85d","brand":"Anumita Bhattacharyya","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48800908902655,"sku":"9798346642497","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/esg-leadership-anumita-bhattacharyya-9798346642497","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}