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ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives have become a primary focus for organizations over the last decade. Today, almost all companies in the S&P 500 (99%) openly report on and share their ESG focus areas and progress, showing how important these factors are for successful organizations.&n
bsp;While 79% of business leaders recognize ESG as a critical driver of financial performance, less than half say their organization has an actionable ESG strategy. Publicly, many organizations have been accused of greenwashing, making false claims as to the legitimacy of their ESG efforts. This disconnect leaves organizations vulnerable to reputational damage, regulatory penalties, and