ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards

ESG standards refer to a set of criteria that help assess a company's impact on the environment, its social responsibilities, and the governance practices it follows. The Environmental aspect focuses on how a company manages natural resources and its pollution output. Social considers how it handles relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and the communities where it operates. Governance relates to a company's leadership, ethics, and transparency in decision-making. Together, these standards help investors and stakeholders evaluate a company's long-term sustainability and ethical performance beyond just profits.