Sustainability Magazine July 2024 | Page 67

ESG

The increasingly complex nature of sustainability regulation and strategy requirements requires a lot of data .

This in itself can be complex and energy intensive , so companies are turning to their Chief Data Officers to lead the charge and provide direction through the muddy waters of sustainability data .
Here to help are leading global consultancy Deloitte and data and AI specialist Informatica , companies that have been working in data management for over two decades .
Wout Vandegaer , MD and Informatica Alliance Lead at Deloitte , working with Levent Ergin , Global Chief Strategist for ESG Sustainability and Global Head of ESG Strategic Alliance Partnerships at Informatica and Meredith Kalman , ESG Informatica Lead at Deloitte , has explored the possibilities for sustainability and data in the report ‘ Does this data come in green ? The ESG opportunity for Chief Data Officers ’.
“ As organisations navigate the complex world of ESG deployment and compliance , this paper serves as a guide for Chief Data Officers to help their organisations address ESG data management and reporting ,” Wout says .
“ This includes adherence to regulatory and legal requirements , building trust through transparent disclosure , mitigating risk and alignment of responsible business practices with societal values for positive environmental contribution .”
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