ESG for SMEs

Hosted by Vuyolwethu Dubese

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Mar 2024

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Hosted and Executive Produced by Vuyolwethu Dubese, ESG for SMEs is a micro podcast engaging in topics and strategies through a lens of, consequential engagement to illuminate the utility of ESG for SMEs. We’re talking conversations for greener pastures. Each season comprises of 17 episodes (an ode the 17 SDGS), and each episode encompasses the critical role ESG and its effectiveness for SMEs. From Season 2, there’s an e-book at the end of Episode 17 that’s an added value to all the shared resources and strategies of ESG for SMEs. The ESG for SMEs Podcast is currently streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts and Google Podcasts.

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March 27, 20242 min

ESG for SMEs in the e-Commerce Industry

As a result of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, former UNCTAD Acting Secretary-General Isabelle Durant said: “Businesses and consumers that were able to ‘go digital’ have helped mitigate the economic downturn caused by the pandemic."But what about the future of e-trade, and its net contribution to people, planet and profit? In the final episode of the season, we explore how to achieve a sustainable e-commerce future through ESG. This, and much more is answered, in this episode. Enjoy!

March 20, 2024Episode 162 min

ESG for SMEs in the Art Industry

Art and ESG have not only 3 letters in common, but also a means of mutual relationship that can benefit investments, society and the environment. In this artistically sustainable podcast episode, we share the ways in which you can engage ESG as a solo artist, a gallery or even an SME to unlock a sustainability mindset and turn it into action. This, and much more is answered, in this episode. Enjoy!

March 13, 2024Episode 151 min

ESG for SMEs in the Professional Services Industry

Today’s episode covers the professional services industry, which has always prided itself in being customer-centric, and its advisory services, sharply taken the opportunity to embolden its customers through ESG and Impact.We unpack some primary thematic concerns that ESG can address in your SME through thoughtful and explicit strategies and policies. This, and much more is answered, in this episode.Enjoy!

March 6, 2024Episode 142 min

ESG for SMEs in the Sports Industry

What is the name of the game for ESG in sports?Sports’ societal impact is hard to ignore. From crazy fan fairs to the emotive results of games and even topical discussions to hosts of World Cup tournaments and the importance of inclusivity.It’s clear that fans care, but so do investors and partners. What value can an ESG strategy bring value to your business? This, and much more is answered, in this episode. Enjoy!

February 21, 2024Episode 121 min

ESG for SMEs in the Energy Industry

The world of business, NPOs, SMEs and the public sector is intimately with a urgent pace connecting to the just transition era and ultimately the transformation of how we consume, practice and engage with energy across various touchpoints of our businesses.So what steps can be taken to ensure a less bumpier ride into the ESG energy?This episode unlocks frameworks and guides to identify ESG risks and embed them appropriately for success. This, and much more, tune into the episode and find out more. Enjoy!

February 21, 2024Episode 131 min

ESG for SMEs in the Tourism Industry

What is the size of the potential impact of an industry that positively stimulates the economy? In this episode we explore tourism.United Nations World Tourism Organization has articulated that sustainable tourism should consider a few measures to consciously engage in the value add of not only your business, but the industry as well. What frameworks and guidelines exist to engage ESG and specific disclosures. This, and much more, tune into the episode and find out more. Enjoy!

February 7, 2024Episode 101 min

ESG for SMEs in the Agriculture Industry

ESG doesn’t get more greener than agriculture.Agriculture is intertwined in multiple aspects of ESG. Responsible farming engages finance to legal as well as many other industries, to ensure its sustainability and systems.How does your SME engage and act on ESG utility for its development? This, and much more, tune into the episode and find out more.Enjoy!

January 31, 2024Episode 91 min

ESG for SMEs in the Coding Industry

So, you’ve heard about coding, but have you heard about green coding? If you are the founder of and manage a coding academy or a coding bootcamp and you want to integrate an ESG strategy, then this episode is for you.In this episode, we angle computing practices and principles that can help your coding academy. This, and much more, tune into the episode and find out more. Enjoy!

January 24, 2024Episode 81 min

ESG for SMEs in the Technology Industry

In this episode, we explore how technology, sustainable technology is an essential contribution to the success of ESG.An ESG strategy whether the E, S or G component needs to be executed, and digital technology thrives in being the perfect implementation partner. In this micro-podcasts, we share examples of such tools and strategies being implemented across various industries. This, and much more, tune into the episode and find out more. Enjoy!

January 16, 2024Episode 71 min

ESG for SMEs in the Education Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased the global digital divide; from access to education to skills-based training, and this, particularly in underserved and minority regions.What does your ESG strategy say, about how you are influencing the mindset of the next generation of future leaders?In this episode, we engage with questions and recommendations so that you know the ESG make up of your SME. This, and much more, tune into the episode and find out more. Enjoy!