Materials / Impact Measuring & Reporting

At a Glance

Reporting on social and environmental impact used to be a voluntary exercise, but in the past decade, it has become a business requirement. Failing to capture the right data accurately risks non-compliance with new regulations and alienates a workforce that craves purpose. Using robust reporting tools can align your metrics, build credibiity, automate data collection and improve employee engagement.

At a Glance

Corporate grants are non-repayable, philanthropic investments aligned with CSR and ESG goals rather than marketing returns. Their value lies in measurable social outcomes, not donation size. The article explains how internal teams can maximise impact through strategic mindset shifts, outcome-focused measurement, cross-functional collaboration, employee involvement, and modernised impact reporting.

The rise of Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) tech is changing the corporate environment and increasingly helping businesses to streamline their internal ESG processes. Why is it worth getting ESG right? Incorporating ESG in organisational strategies does more than make companies stand out from their competitors. It also attracts investors, and is increasingly seen as an influential factor for financial growth.

Based on the 2008/09 baselines, the UK aims to do the following by 2020/2021: reduce absolute carbon emissions by 34%, reduce water consumption by 50%, reduce the weight of waste generated by 30%, recycle 75% of waste generated by weight. Companies are now working on their sustainability initiatives in different fields, from suppliers to the way the workplace is organised.

Stakeholders and customers no longer want to hear your business’s sustainable initiatives. They expect sustainability to be already at the center of your business model.