ESG Transformation: Conversation Series
The increasing focus on corporate purpose, accountability and operational resilience continues to strengthen environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters as a core strategic issue for businesses, investors and lenders. In this podcast series, we discuss the risks and opportunities to provide much needed clarity to achieve a sustainable future.
ESG Transformation: Conversation Series
The Third Wheel (ESG Australia) EP45: Whistleblowing systems and ESG risk management
Jacqueline Wootton, Christopher Hicks and Isabella Kelly embark on a whistle-stop tour of the intersection of ESG and whistleblowing. They discuss why developing an effective whistleblower program is a sound investment and should be a core part of an ESG risk management system. They explore how whistleblower programs can help companies comply with a web of positive legal obligations on various ESG topics, identify and address thematic ESG issues early, and mitigate against the reputational impacts that can arise when concerns are aired publicly.
For more, read our legal briefing on ASIC’s guidance for handling whistleblower disclosures: https://www.herbertsmithfreehills.com/insights/2023-03/australia%E2%80%99s-corporate-whistleblower-protections-in-the-spotlight