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12 GIFTS ESG GIVES SMALL + MIDSIZED BUSINESSES IN 2024. www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE HUMANVERSE.

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The most significant gift of ESG is the opportunity for businesses to positively impact people and the natural environment, intertwining profits with humanity-centric outcomes. www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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ENHANCED REPUTATION. A strong commitment to ESG practices can improve a company's reputation, making it more attractive to customers, investors, employees, and partners. Enhanced reputation enhances the bottom line.

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INVESTOR ATTRACTION. ESG-focused businesses often find it easier to attract investors who are aligned with their values and long-term sustainability goals. There is a lot of capital chasing sustainable businesses.

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IMPROVED RISK MANAGEMENT. ESG considerations help businesses identify, address, and mitigate potential risks, such as environmental disasters, social conflicts, or governance issues.

Making sure material risks are accounted for on the balance sheet is especially important to shareholders and regulators. www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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NEW REVENUE STREAMS.

Embracing ESG principles can stimulate innovation, leading to new sources of revenue for the company. By seeking sustainable improvements, entirely new business lines, products, and services can be created. www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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ACCESS TO CAPITAL. ESG-focused companies have access to sustainable financing options and funding sources, including federal loans and grants, green bonds, clean energy financing, impact investments, tax breaks, and subsidies. Some customers may even support their trusted suppliers with the necessary investments to meet their sustainability standards. www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE. ESG practices can set businesses apart from their competitors by demonstrating a commitment to sustainable improvements in their operations. Be careful not to let your competitors outpace you with customers! First-mover advantage is just that: advantage! www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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COST SAVINGS.

Implementing sustainable practices that reduce energy, eliminate waste, save water, reduce harmful emissions, protect biodiversity, and other outcomes can lead to significant cost reductions.

Sustainable improvements lead to greater efficiencies!

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ENGAGED EMPLOYEES. ESG and sustainability initiatives often result in more engaged and motivated employees, which can improve productivity and reduce turnover.

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE.

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Conducting double and dynamic materiality assessments and adhering to ESG standards helps businesses avoid expensive regulatory mistakes, fines, and legal troubles while fostering a culture of compliance.

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BUSINESS RESILIENCE. Implementation of integrated ESG strategies “future-proofs” the business, making it more resilient for future generations.

Overall, sustainable practices are pathways to business continuity.

In a drastically changing business and geopolitical environment underpinned by climate-related risks, resilience matters! www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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CUSTOMER LOYALTY. Sustainable business practices can build customer loyalty, as your customers face increased pressure from consumers, regulators, and others. Customers are looking to their suppliers and vendors to help them address their own ESG-related challenges.

A loyal customer is the gift that keeps giving. www.devrybv.com @The.Humanverse

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