Episode 1: How does ESG impact businesses and the law?

What is ESG and why is it important?

Zoe Hunt and Ian Manners, part of Ashfords' business risk and regulation team, introduce ESG and explore the significant impact it has on businesses and the law.

Whilst ESG is becoming widely-recognised as an indicator of responsible business conduct, our experts unpack each of the three pillars and highlight the importance to businesses and their clients, stakeholders, investors and industry regulators.

Ashfords is a full service law firm that provides expert legal guidance to help you deliver impactful Environmental, Social, and Governance strategies while managing risk and compliance challenges. You can find out more about our work in this area here.

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