Part III: Navigating Legal Duties & Sustainability in an Era of Divergence and Disruption

Open Resource

Year Published

2025

Contributing Organizations

Climate Governance Initiative (CGI)

Type of Resource

Guidance

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Climate Strategy & Capabilities

Target Audience

Asset Managers

Asset Owners

Banks

Financial Services Providers

Insurers

Relevant Geography

Europe

Open Resource

Resource Description

This resource is the final guide in a three-part series from Chapter Zero France’s 2025 NED Program. It captures peer insights from directors on what is and isn’t working in board-level climate governance, in the context of rising ESG divergence and regulatory uncertainty.

Why This Matters

As ESG and climate issues grow more politically and operationally complex, boards must adapt their governance practices. This guide shares candid insights from directors to help peers assess readiness and strengthen strategic climate oversight.

Key Insights

Identifies practical enablers of effective governance, including strong board leadership, better internal alignment, and peer learning
Notes common challenges such as difficulty translating climate ambition into business strategy and inconsistent board engagement
Emphasizes the value of framing climate action as a risk and opportunity conversation to support alignment across the board

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