Worldwide, there is awareness that ESG considerations will prove to be essential drivers and components of profitability and sustainable business over the next 10 years. The reality is, however, that the level of engagement with ESG — as an integral component of business strategy — is significantly higher outside of North America than within it, and to an extent that some may find surprising.

In this issue of Board Perspectives, we focus on two essential questions with implications for the future: What is driving the North American findings? And what are the implications for leaders and their boards?