Often the weaker side of current corporate sustainability practice, governance – the ‘G’ in ESG – covers everything from how decisions are made, to transparency, oversight and accountability within company boards. But as an essential component of companies' journey to net zero, how can they better integrate sustainability into the heart of their business? In this episode of Frankly Speaking, Richard Howitt was joined by Emily Farnworth, CEO of Chapter Zero Alliance, an NGO supporting board directors across 70 countries to lead on climate and nature governance. Together they discussed Chapter Zero Alliance’s new Principles for Climate and Nature Governance in partnership with the World Economic Forum, and how they can help board directors across the world in their sustainability governance processes. You’ll also hear about: Why progress has been slow in sustainability governance, and what needs to change How companies can make sustainability an authentic part of business strategy The importance of board attitudes and mindset towards stakeholders in the new Principles How intergenerational conversations on sustainability within family-owned businesses is sparking change within corporate governance Emily’s one question to board members and senior management within companies to make effective sustainability governance a reality Listen in and follow us on LinkedIn and Youtube!

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