Integrating ESG Metrics into Strategic Decision-Making: Challenges and Opportunities
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https://doi.org/10.62802/d7p4w618Keywords:
ESG metrics, strategic decision-making, sustainable finance, corporate governance, stakeholder management, long-term value creationAbstract
The integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics into strategic decision-making has emerged as a defining feature of contemporary corporate governance and sustainable value creation. As stakeholders increasingly demand transparency, accountability, and long-term responsibility, firms face mounting pressure to embed ESG considerations into core business strategies rather than treating them as peripheral reporting obligations. This paper examines the integration of ESG metrics into strategic decision-making, analyzing the managerial, operational, and institutional challenges associated with measurement standardization, data reliability, and performance alignment. By synthesizing literature across strategic management, corporate finance, and sustainability reporting, the study evaluates the opportunities presented by ESG integration, including enhanced risk management, improved stakeholder trust, and long-term competitive advantage. The findings suggest that successful ESG integration requires robust governance frameworks, data-driven performance systems, and cultural alignment between sustainability objectives and strategic priorities.
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