This report on "Emerging Trends and Analysis of the SDG Impact of Companies in the S&P 500®" looks at how companies are spending and reporting on actions and risks related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Though nutrition is not measured in this analysis, the report highlights the SDGs as an important communication and reporting tool that can help create alignment on global goals, as well as to encourage innovative thinking to identify new products and sources of revenue that are compatible with the SDGs. Below are highlights from the report's findings:
- Growing corporate disclosure on SDG alignment, however most companies only report on those that are of priorities for the company
- Investors have a growing appetite to benchmark companies against each other in terms of their SDG performance
- Increased capital allocation for SDG-related projects, including growing number of pension funds and banks choosing to allocate funds towards sustainable development priorities
- Renewable energy and buildings projects receive the most attention
- SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals has the highest risk for these companies, flagging in particular risk around taxation and transparency. The report also mentions SDG 15: Life on Land, SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, and SDG 13: Climate Action as high risk
The report also looks at different levels of risks for types of companies, as well as routes for growth. To learn more and read the full report, visit: Sustainable development goals: A misunderstood market opportunity? Emerging Trends and Analysis of the SDG Impact of Companies in the S&P 500®