ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance. It is a framework used by organisations to measure and improve their impact on the environment, society and business operations.
What does ESG mean?
Environmental focuses on reducing environmental impact, including carbon emissions, energy consumption, waste and resource use.
Social relates to how organisations support people and communities through areas such as diversity and inclusion, accessibility, employee wellbeing and community engagement.
Governance covers ethical business practices, transparency, compliance and responsible decision making.
Why is ESG important for business travel and events?
Business travel, meetings and events can contribute significantly to an organisation's environmental footprint. Travel choices, venue selection and event planning decisions all play a role in supporting sustainability goals.
By considering ESG when booking travel and events, organisations can:
- Reduce carbon emissions
- Support sustainable hotels and venues
- Improve accessibility and inclusivity
- Meet internal sustainability objectives
- Support supplier sustainability programmes
- Demonstrate responsible business practices
How can Inntel help?
Inntel provides sustainability solutions to help travellers and event planners make informed decisions. This includes highlighting ESG certifications and carbon emissions data where available.
Making informed choices can help organisations reduce their environmental impact while supporting wider ESG commitments.