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5. A Deep Dive into the “S” in ESG

Kristyn Noeth1  
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Los Angeles, CA, USA
 

We will now review the social factors which constitute one of the three pillars of ESG. The social pillar encompasses a wide range of concerns, such as fair practices; diversity, equity, and inclusion; human rights; community relations; and social responsibility. A shorthand for the social pillar is it involves business activities that impact people including employees, customers, community stakeholders, and members of the larger society.

5.1 Social Factors and Their Impacts

Social issues ...

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