How Can Private Equity Invest Responsibly in Public Services?
Private equity (PE) investing in public services is on the rise—but these firms face significant risks. Explore challenges and opportunities for PE firms considering investments in public services.
Inside BSR: Q&A with Renata Greenberg (née Frolova-Hammer)
Inside BSR is our monthly series featuring BSR team members from around the world. Meet Renata Greenberg (née Frolova-Hammer), a Director based in Copenhagen.
Tech-Driven Insight to Address Labor Exploitation: TAT Launches Third Accelerator
Tech Against Trafficking is proud to launch its third Accelerator, focused on combating forced labor through the use of technology, in partnership with the Issara Institute and Polaris Project's Nonechka.
Financing the Net-Zero Transition: Four Ways to Accelerate SME, Supplier, and Customer Action
SMEs are a key part of global value chains, but they often lack the tools and resources needed to reduce their GHG footprint. Here's how corporates and banks can act.
Family Medical and Leave Act Turns 30: Five Actions Business Can Take in 2023
Access to paid family leave, and expansions of the FMLA, are social justice issues that companies can address internally as well as champion externally.
Healthcare Working Group: Driving Change for over Two Decades
BSR’s Healthcare Working Group worked to improve access to health around the world for 23+ years. We share lessons learned and next steps with our healthcare members.
Upcoming Regulations in ESG Ratings: Three Implications for Business
ESG-related assets and the ESG rating field are expanding rapidly. How will upcoming ESG rating regulations impact business?
2023: Delivering Just and Sustainable Business Amidst Polycrisis
BSR President and CEO Aron Cramer discusses major priorities shaping the year ahead, including business transformation, preserving nature, and advancing social justice.
Six Actions for Business in Post-Roe America
As the cost of business inaction on abortion rises, how can companies respond in a post-Roe world?
Amidst ESG Backlash, Companies Should (and Are) Staying the Course on Sustainability
Welcome to the first edition of Insights+, a new series that will provide in-depth analysis of emerging global economic and social issues that are fundamental to your sustainable business strategy. In each issue, we’ll answer questions on critical topics that will help guide your leadership to mitigate risks while creating strategic advantage.
We welcome your feedback. If you have follow-up questions on any of the topics covered, or would like to suggest issues for us to explore in upcoming editions, please feel free to contact us.
Neurorights: A Business Response
As technology gets closer to influencing our behavior, what role does business have in protecting and respecting users?
COP15: A Historic Deal to Halt Biodiversity Loss by 2030
What are the implications of COP15's Global Biodiversity Framework, and how can business move forward on new initiatives to protect nature?
How Advances in Neurotech Will Impact Human Rights
As technology gets ever closer to influencing human behavior through neurotechnology, what are the emerging human rights risks?
FIFA World Cup: Combating Modern Slavery at Mega Sporting Events
Major sporting events, like the FIFA World Cup, have been linked with human rights abuses. Here’s how business can protect human rights throughout these events.
Conflict-Sensitive Human Rights Due Diligence for Tech Companies
Explore our new Toolkit for tech companies on navigating conflict-related issues.
Scenario Analysis Learnings: Three Big Implications of Climate Risk to Business
Climate change’s physical impacts will happen over the next 15 years despite policies enacted today. How can business address transition risks and build resilience?