Why ESG and Geopolitics Matter in 2026

Introduction to ESG, Geopolitics, and Business Risk Geopolitical instability is no longer an exception. It has become the new normal.In 2026, Greek and European businesses operate in an environment shaped by wars, trade tensions, energy volatility, cyber threats, and regulatory pressure. At the same time, public debate often focuses on whether Europe is “slowing down” […]

Why ESG Strategy Will Define Corporate Success in 2026

Introduction to ESG in 2026 If 2025 marked the moment ESG matured, 2026 will be the year it proves its relevance. Reporting will remain necessary. However, it will no longer differentiate companies. By now, ESG disclosures are expected. What matters next is how organizations use ESG insights to guide real decisions. From my work with […]

Closing 2025: How ESG Shifted From Hype to Strategy

Introduction: ESG at the End of 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is no longer surrounded by enthusiasm or novelty. It has entered a phase of realism. Despite sensational headlines and political backlash, this was not the year ESG failed. It was the year the hype settled and the […]

Why Biodiversity Credits Could Be ESG’s Next Game Changer

Introduction to Biodiversity Credits For years, ESG finance has revolved around carbon. Carbon markets, net-zero targets, and emissions disclosures became the dominant tools for managing environmental risk, especially in the context of evolving EU climate targets and ESG strategies. Yet recent developments reported through Environmental Finance indicate a meaningful shift. Biodiversity credits are beginning to […]

From Just-in-Time to Just-in-Case: Building Climate-Resilient Supply Chains

Introduction to Climate Resilience in Business Extreme weather is no longer an outlier—it’s the baseline. Floods, droughts, heatwaves, and wildfires disrupt factories, transport corridors, and consumer prices. The once-celebrated efficiency of “just-in-time” now exposes businesses to cascading climate risks. As I argue in my book, Practical Sustainability Strategies, resilience must move from side project to […]

ESRS Simplified: What the 2025 Reforms Mean for Companies and ESG Strategy

ESRS Are Changing: Fewer Data Points, Smarter Reporting — What You Need to Know The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has proposed a significant overhaul of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). The goal is to reduce the number of mandatory data points by at least 50%. These changes aim to simplify compliance and […]

ESG Integration in Greek Companies: My Perspective from the 2025 CSE Research

As someone deeply involved in the sustainability field and President of the Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE), I see the findings of our latest 2025 research in Greece as both encouraging and concerning. ESG integration in Greek companies is no longer a trend—it’s a necessity. But are Greek companies truly embracing this transformation? Key […]