WATCH Episode 4 in the Sustainability in 60 Seconds Video series, now live on YouTube
So what is the G in ESG all about?
Governance is the backbone of ESG — it’s about how a business is run.
Strong governance ensures accountability, transparency and ethical leadership. It includes everything from board oversight and anti-corruption to data protection, risk management and compliance.
Getting governance right builds trust, reputation and resilience. A Harvard study found that well-governed companies enjoy lower cost of capital, as investors see them as less risky and more transparent.
This episode covers:
✅ What governance means in practice
✅ Why it underpins all other ESG actions
✅ How SMEs can strengthen governance simply and effectively Governance isn’t paperwork — it’s integrity in action.
Green Circle Solutions helps organisations embed strong ESG frameworks to protect reputation and drive sustainable growth.