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Experts say that engaging and collaborating with stakeholders continues to be the main driver for recognized NGO leadership in sustainable development. Innovation and knowledge as well as the scale and reach of initiatives are also seen by experts as important characteristics of NGO sustainability leadership, followed by engaging in activism and advocacy, good communication and reporting, and demonstrating tangible results. Source: GlobeScan/SustainAbility Survey of over 700 experts representing business, government, NGOs, and academia across 73 countries
GlobeScan conducts tens of thousands of interviews with stakeholders around the world each year for our clients and through our partnership with One Tree Planted, we have chosen to encourage stakeholders to participate in our research by planting trees in return for their valuable time. As we celebrate Earth Month, we are pleased to announce that in collaboration with One Tree Planted, we have planted over 25,000 trees, helping to impact reforestation all around the world. Reforestation supports all 17 … “Reforesting around the World with One Tree Planted”
In the wake of the pandemic, people have become increasingly keen on improving their own health and wellbeing, with an increase in the global proportion who “strongly agree” that they are doing this (from 37% in 2019 to 42% in 2022). There have been large increases in the number of people saying they are trying to improve their health in several major markets including Brazil, China, India, Japan, USA, and UK. *For consistent tracking, this chart includes Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, … “Insight of the Week: People around the World Are Increasingly Focused on Improving Their Health and Wellbeing”
Chris, David and Mark discuss the 8th annual Economist Sustainability Week, Just Transition and greenhushing.
Across the 31 countries surveyed, nearly half of people (47%) at least somewhat agree that environmental problems are negatively affecting their health. People in the Global South are experiencing the highest rates of negative health impacts from environmental issues, particularly in Egypt and India where air pollution is often severe in urban areas. Globally, people living in cities and those under 30 years old are particularly likely to “strongly agree” that their health has been negatively affected by environmental issues. … “Insight of the Week: People in Egypt and India Report Highest Rates of Negative Health Impacts from Environmental Issues”
The 11th annual Letter to CEOs from Larry Fink, CEO and Chairman of BlackRock, was published on 15th March 2023 in a departure from the January slot the Letter had been following for the past few years. One of the reasons for the delay of the Letter which usually sets the tone for investors is the fact that there are no separate Letters for CEOs and investors this year. At the outset, Fink sets the context that since shareholders, clients, employees, partners, … “Shifting the Narrative in a Polarized World: Analysis Report of Larry Fink’s 11th Annual Letter to CEOs”
People around the world experience varying degrees of water shortages, with those in Latin American countries surveyed most likely to feel “greatly affected.” In contrast, around two in ten people in North America and fewer than one in ten in Germany, Japan, and the Netherlands say they are greatly affected by a lack of fresh water. Source: GlobeScan Radar report (survey of 29,293 people in June ‒ July 2022)
Summary of our GlobeScan-M&C Saatchi LIFE radical collaboration event Today’s big sustainability challenges are often called ‘wicked problems’ – complex, interdependent and without simple solutions. That’s why GlobeScan has been collaborating with M&C Saatchi LIFE, the strategic advisory firm, to bring together our networks and help accelerate positive change. Our first session was about sharing practical examples of radical collaboration, powered by creativity. This was an energised gathering and panel discussion in London around the opportunities radical collaboration brings, followed … “Creative Solutions to Wicked Problems – Event Summary”
Fifty-eight percent of people globally believe that shortages of fresh water is a “very serious” issue. Mexicans, Colombians, and Brazilians report the most concern about access to water, while people in Hong Kong, Japan, and South Korea are the least likely to say so. Concern has increased since 2021 in several of the most concerned countries, including Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Peru, Italy, and France. Source: GlobeScan Radar report (survey of 29,293 people in the general public in June ‒ July 2022)
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Ahead of the upcoming UN Water Conference in New York City on March 22‒24, GlobeScan, Circle of Blue, and WWF hosted a webinar to share their latest trends, insights, and analysis to help better understand future dynamics and the implications for business and government around the global water agenda. Following an overview of contextual consumer and stakeholder insights on water by Perrine Bouhana, Director, GlobeScan, the webinar featured a panel discussion and Q&A with the following senior water agenda leaders, … “Webinar | The Future of Water: Insights to Help You Stay Ahead of What’s Next”
Fifty-eight percent of people are seriously concerned about fresh water shortages, according to research published ahead of the UN Water Conference With the world gathering in New York next week for the first UN Water Conference in 46 years, new research from GlobeScan highlights the global impact of worsening water shortages which are disrupting societies, economies, the environment, and every aspect of life as we know it. Fifty-eight percent of people across the world are very concerned about fresh water … “Worries About Water Shortages On The Rise”
Younger generations – particularly Gen Z – express the strongest concern about the unequal treatment of women. More than half of Gen Z believe that the issue is “very serious” compared to four in ten Baby Boomers+. As younger generations rise, we can expect to continue to see increasing pressure for equal treatment of women across the world. Source: GlobeScan Radar report (survey of 29,293 people in the general public in June ‒ July 2022)
Insight of the Week: Patagonia Is Most Recognized by Experts for Its Leadership on Nature Protection
Nearly three in ten sustainability experts consider Patagonia to be a leader when it comes to protecting and restoring nature and biodiversity. Across a range of sectors and regions, experts also recognize Unilever, Natura, IKEA, Danone, and Tesla as leaders in nature protection. The most cited reasons given for corporate leadership on protecting nature are actively preserving and restoring habitats, having nature as part of the company’s identity and strategy, and having a positive and tangible impact. Source: GlobeScan Navigating … “Insight of the Week: Patagonia Is Most Recognized by Experts for Its Leadership on Nature Protection”
Europe is racing to reach net zero targets and enabling consumers to make more sustainable travel choices is a key piece of achieving this goal. Trainline, the European online rail and coach booking service, has helped kick off I Came By Train – a new cross-industry initiative to support people in making travel choices that are better for them and the environment we share, like swapping one car or plane journey to train. To help scale and supercharge this, we … “Sustainable Mobility: How Can We Get More People On Board With Train Travel?”
Millennials and Gen Z around the world are more likely than Gen X and Baby Boomers+ to say extreme poverty is “very serious.” Along with younger people, those with low incomes and people living in rural areas are also more concerned about the issue than those with higher incomes and those living in urban or suburban areas. Regionally, Latin Americans surveyed express the most concern about extreme poverty, whereas people in Asia and North America tend to be much less … “Insight of the Week: Younger Generations Are Most Concerned about Extreme Poverty”
Consumers in the African, Middle Eastern, and Latin American markets surveyed are significantly more likely than those in Europe and North America to say that social media influences them to become more environmentally friendly. Looking at age groups, the younger people are, the more likely they are to claim that social media influences their behavior in this area. Note for country list: Africa / Middle East markets include Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa; Latin America markets include Argentina, Brazil, … “Insight of the Week: Social Media Is More Likely to Influence Consumers in Emerging Markets to Live Sustainably”
In the G7 economies, around eight in ten Gen Z and Millennial shareholders view economic inequality as a significant investment risk. Older generations are somewhat less likely to share this concern, although nearly two-thirds of Baby Boomers and older also agree. Concern about the impact of economic inequality on investments is strong in all the G7 markets, with just over seven in ten shareholders on average agreeing that the issue poses a significant investment risk. Source: GlobeScan Radar report (survey of 29,293 people in … “Insight of the Week: Eight in Ten Young Shareholders Say Economic Inequality Is a Major Investment Risk “
Nine in ten corporate employees say their motivation and loyalty grows as their employer becomes more socially or environmentally responsible. Younger people working for large companies are more likely than those over 30 to “strongly” agree, suggesting corporate sustainability will become increasingly important for attracting and retaining employees. Source: GlobeScan Radar Trends Report (survey of 29,293 people in the general public in June ‒ July 2022)
People in Africa and in Latin America are most supportive of companies advocating for democracy, where seven in ten agree that companies should actively promote democracy. In contrast, just over half of North Americans agree. This could suggest higher interest in corporate advocacy from citizens in emerging markets, particularly around models that work to create more equitable societies. Source: GlobeScan Radar Trends Report (survey of 29,293 people in the general public in June ‒ July 2022)
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Joined by Mike Barry, they explore the sustainability agenda heading into 2023, including leadership challenges, geopolitical risks, and the ESG revolution.
Nearly two-thirds of people in countries surveyed in Africa / Middle East and Asia-Pacific are optimistic that future generations will enjoy a higher quality of life than they do today. In contrast, only one in three Europeans and four in ten Latin Americans and North Americans are optimistic about higher quality of life for their children and grandchildren. Source: GlobeScan Radar Trends Report (survey of 29,293 people in the general public in June ‒ July 2022)
We are seven years on from signing the Paris Agreement on climate change and two years into the UN’s Decade of Action for accelerating sustainable solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. A new era of sustainability leadership is emerging that requires more impact at scale and pace. The time has come to deliver on the ambitious commitments and public goals that many companies have set to tackle climate change, safeguard the environment, protect human rights and fight inequality. The “what” … “Sustainable Business Now: Showcasing How Sustainability Works”
Seven in Ten People Say Companies Should Advocate for Climate and the SDGs According to Global Poll People around the world expect companies to actively support social and environmental causes but are more divided on companies taking a stance on human rights issues, according to a global poll released at the World Economic Forum in Davos in 2023. The research, published in our new report, reveals strong public support for companies taking a stand on climate change and sustainable development … “Radar Corporate Advocacy Report 2022”