Why Offshore Wind Faces a Global Policy Divide

Introduction to Offshore Wind Policy In my 20+ years advising organizations on sustainability strategy, I have rarely seen such a sharp policy divergence in a critical sector of the energy transition. Two recent developments highlight this shift. In the United States, the government agreed to pay TotalEnergies nearly $1 billion to terminate offshore wind projects. […]

Why the EU AI Act Will Redefine ESG Strategy

ESG Is Entering the Algorithmic Era Most companies still treat the EU AI Act as a compliance exercise. That mindset is already obsolete. The EU AI Act represents a structural shift: ESG is no longer limited to sustainability reporting or corporate responsibility frameworks. It is now embedded in algorithmic decision-making. AI systems increasingly determine outcomes […]

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 […]

Sustainability as Value Creation: A Business Imperative

As sustainability becomes a core element of corporate strategy, a striking 88% of global companies now view sustainability value creation as a business opportunity rather than a cost, according to a recent Morgan Stanley survey. This shift signals more than a trend—it’s a transformation in how leaders approach ESG and long-term performance. As someone who […]