National Geographic Society
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2007, 2008)
Reporting Period: 2007
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainable Consumption
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Lack of information and education among consumers
- High prices of eco-friendly products
- Lack of government policy support
- Lack of sustainable options for consumers
- Lack of leadership and role models
- Cultural restraints emphasizing individualism and consumerism
Mitigation Strategies
- Better information and education campaigns
- Government policies to incentivize sustainable choices and make eco-friendly products more affordable
- Development of more sustainable product options
- Promoting leadership and role models for sustainable behavior
- Addressing cultural barriers through targeted communication and campaigns
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Period: 2008
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Increasing consumption in developing countries
- Low consumer awareness of environmental issues
- Limited availability of green products in some countries
Mitigation Strategies
- Raising consumer awareness through the Greendex
- Encouraging more sustainable consumption habits
- Promoting the availability of green products