The ESG Nexus

From Silos to Synergy in Sustainability
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-17309-0
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 320 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

This book transforms the way ESG management is approached by prioritizing interconnectedness over isolated efforts. It explores the evolution from mere compliance to delivering measurable outcomes that stakeholders increasingly demand, emphasizing the amplified impact of managing material ESG topics collectively. Through real-world case studies and in-depth analyses, it offers practical strategies to unlock ESG opportunities while mitigating associated risks. Each chapter delivers actionable insights, illustrating how progress in one area can accelerate advancements across others. the book includes discussion prompts alongside case studies, making it ideal for classroom and training applications.

- Integrates material ESG issues with sustainability themes and global development goals

- Introduces an innovative KPI framework, including a layered KPI approach

- Focuses on developing economies an often-overlooked dimension in ESG literature

- Provides solutions to overcome organizational silos for effective ESG nexus implementation

- Features practical frameworks, actionable guidance, and case studies from both developed and emerging markets

It is intended for sustainability professionals, environmental managers, and climate risk specialists.

Zielgruppe

Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Modak, Prasad

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Umwelttechnik | Umwelttechnologie Umwelttechnik
• Geowissenschaften Umweltwissenschaften Umwelttechnik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Materiality in Action: The New Language of ESG 2. Decarbonization. Beyond Offsets to True Transformation 3. Circular Economy as a Catalyst for Net Zero and More 4. Water Stewardship and Climate Resilience 5. Human Rights, Labor, and Just Transition 6. Biodiversity and Natural Capital. Emerging Imperatives 7. Sustainable Finance: Linking ESG Actions to Capital Access 8. Governance That Drives Sustainability 9. ESD Data, Disclosures, and Decisions 10. Designing the ESG Roadmap 11. Setting KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for an integrated materiality-based ESG roadmap 12. Overcoming Organisational Fragmentation for ESG Nexus Implementation

Über Autor(innen)

Prasad Modak holds B Tech (Civil Engg), M Tech (Environmental Science and Engg) from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Doctor of Engg (Environmental Engg) from Asian Institute of Technology, Bangkok. He was a Professor at Centre for Environmental Science & Engineering at IIT Bombay (1984-1994) and later as Professor (Adjunct) at the Center for Technology Alternatives in Rural Areas (CTARA) (2009-2017). He is currently the Managing Director of Environmental Management Centre Pvt Ltd. and Director of Ekonnect Knowledge Foundation. He is also Professor in Practice at Grantham Research Institute at London School of Economics, London, UK.