ESG Research as a catalyst for Board Excellence | Board Stewardship | Dr Asha Prasuna

Publish Date

7th October 2024

Area of Interest

Academic, Education, Others

Type

Online

Institution(s)

K J Somaiya Institute of Management

Dr Asha Prasuna, Professor & Area Chairperson - Economics, K J Somaiya Institute of Management, co-authored an article titled 'ESG Research as a catalyst for Board Excellence' in Board Stewardship.


The article discusses India's age-old sustainability practices through environmental protection, social responsibility, and ethical business practices. Dr Asha emphasises that modern ESG practices align with these values but notes that neglecting them has led to societal and environmental challenges. She further highlights the importance of regulatory standards like ESG indices for ethical business practices. She examines how ESG measures impact financial performance and risk management in sectors such as banks, NBFCs, and SMEs.