Beyond providing healthy and safe products, people have high expectations of companies to pay fair wages, be environmentally responsible, treat all employees fairly, and be transparent.
Profit-driven motives and lack of transparency are among top reasons for lack of trust in global companies.
GlobeScan’s research reveals that businesses are not as highly trusted as commonly believed.
Those most impacted by climate change report extreme heat and soaring food prices as the key issues they face.
Nearly half of people globally now say they feel personally impacted by climate change.
People in Latin America and in Africa and the Middle East show the greatest concern for climate change impacts in 2024
Northern European countries and Costa Rica are seen as the most recognized national governments for advancing sustainable development.
Natura &Co, Patagonia, Safaricom, Tata Group, and Unilever are regionally recognized corporate sustainability leaders
The greatest advancements in sustainability performance have been seen in the banking, electric utilities, and automotive sectors.
Experts say integrating sustainability, showing real impact, and addressing supply chain issues are key to being recognized as a sustainability leader.