Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles are essential for organizations to embrace, but what impact does digital technology have on ESG and corporate social responsibility?
The research presented in the book examines how this intersection is transforming corporate governance practices and sustainability programs, with an in-depth exploration of the digital tools and technologies that are contributing to beneficial impacts on ESG performance, accountability, and stakeholder engagement. The chapters offer a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the latest developments, difficulties, and possibilities in digital ESG management. They provide practical and effective approaches for organizations to successfully navigate the intricate aspects of sustainability in the digital era. Readers acquire useful insights into the implementation of digital governance frameworks and the utilization of technology to improve ESG performance and stakeholder communication.
It offers readers useful insights and practical approaches to promote positive transformations in corporate governance and sustainability.
Table of Contents:
Foreword; Hamza A. Rauf Essa
Chapter 1. Theoretical Insights into Sustainable Financial Models: The Obstacles and Coalitions; Kim Mee Chong and Muhammad Ali
Chapter 2. Digital Governance in the ESG Era: Enhancing Transparency, Accountability, and Sustainability; Muhammad Kashif Khalil and Muhammad Ali
Chapter 3. Digitalization of Corporate Reporting: Towards Integrated ESG Disclosures; Premagowrie Sivanandan
Chapter 4. Big Data Analysis for ESG Investing and Impact Measurement; Raja Rehan, Abdul Razak Abdul Hadi, and Auwal Adam Sa’ad
Chapter 5. Blockchain Technology and Transparency in Sustainable Finance; Aisha Naz, Muhammad Ali, and Muhammad Ashfaq
Chapter 6. Smart Contracts, Digital Compliance and ESG in Fintech; Choi-Meng Leong, Jacob King Soon Ting, Sook Fern Yeo, Maggie May Jean Tang, and Santi Rahmawati
Chapter 7. Fintech Innovations for Green Finance and Sustainable Investment; Aisha Naz, Muhammad Ali, and Chin-Hong Puah
Chapter 8. Leveraging Digital Tools - Fintech & Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) for Social Impact and Responsibility; Lee-Chea Hiew, Choi-Meng Leong, Choon-Kin Lee, and Yew-Kee Ho
Chapter 9. Enhancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through Digital Initiatives in ESG in Corporate Governance; Aisha Naz, Muhammad Ali, and İbrahim Halil Ekşİ
Chapter 10. Innovations in Digital Governance for Enhanced Accountability and Sustainability; Aisha Naz, Muhammad Ali, and Abdulkadir Barut
Chapter 11. Data Analytics and ESG Reporting: Trends and Challenges; Muhammad Kashif Khalil, Muhammad Ali, and İbrahim Halil Ekşİ
Chapter 12. Towards Sustainable Digital Transformation: Leveraging Big Data Analytics for Responsible Banking; Firdous Mohd Farouk
About the Author :
Muhammad Ali, Senior Lecturer in the School of Accounting and Finance at Taylor’s University, Malaysia.
Choi-Meng Leong is a Lecturer at the Swinburne University of Technology, Sarawak Campus, Malaysia.
Chorng Yuan Fung is the Head of School at the Faculty of Business, Design and Arts, Swinburne University of Technology, Sarawak Campus, Malaysia.
Chin-Hong Puah is a Professor cum Chief Executive Officer at the UNIMAS Business School, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Malaysia.
Syed Ali Raza is a Full Professor of Finance at the Iqra University Karachi, Pakistan.
Evan Lau, Faculty of Economics and Business at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Malaysia.
