Asia-Pacific companies integrate ESG metrics into executive incentive plans amid demands to promote sustainable business practices

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

59% : "Metrics related to human capital and reduction of carbon emissions received the most attention across all ESG categories in Asia-Pacific, according to WTW.
53% : "More companies are incorporating executive incentives with ESG measures, and pay committees see this as an important tool to ensure alignment with the interests of all stakeholders, including long-term interests of shareholders," he said.Publicly listed companies that have declared their social ambitions, established foundations, endorsed the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, or are subject to regulatory frameworks are particularly proactive in adopting these metrics, said Hays' Smith.

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