Challenges that traditionally lie outside the corporate sphere – such as climate change or warfare and conflict – have been cited in a new survey as reasons for worry about delivering value and impact for all stakeholders. Specifically, 87% of chief executives feel that current levels of geopolitical instability limit the world’s ability to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The sustainability services sector is expected to see soaring growth but firms need to be quick in taking this opportunity. An analysis by HFS Research suggests some practical steps to embed sustainability in their business strategy.
Challenges that traditionally lie outside the corporate sphere – such as climate change or warfare and conflict – have been cited in a new survey as reasons for worry about delivering value and impact for all stakeholders. Specifically, 87% of chief executives feel that current levels of geopolitical instability limit the world’s ability to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The sustainability services sector is expected to see soaring growth but firms need to be quick in taking this opportunity. An analysis by HFS Research suggests some practical steps to embed sustainability in their business strategy.
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) Sustainability Services has expanded its suite of technology, science, data, and economics solutions with the purchase of Climate Intelligence.
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