Center for Sustainable Business

CSB and Edelman released new, first-of-its-kind research, "Effective Sustainability Communications: A Best Practice Guide for Brands & Marketers," uncovering which environmental sustainability claims are most motivating to consumers. Results demonstrate that sustainability messages can have a powerful amplifier effect, increasing brand reach and relevance.

A Responsible Investing Framework, Insights, and Cases Toward a Positive Pathway

An analysis of the Responsible Investing Frameworks key findings and real-world applications. The whitepaper walks through each category with examples of problematic and positive PE practice, providing insights into pathways that provide positive results for shareholders, portfolio companies, and society.

A brand new guide takes the reader through practical steps to embed sustainability into a company’s business strategy including mapping ESG materiality issues; conducting stakeholder research to develop a materiality matrix; making the business case for investment in sustainability initiatives; training existing employees and attracting talent; and optimizing governance structure in the short and long term to ensure successful outcomes. 

Applying the unique Return on Sustainability Investment (ROSI™) methodology developed by CSB, The Food and Agriculture Sustainability Strategies Framework identifies 12 sustainability strategies that can be applied across the value chain to address these challenges, develop more resilient organizations, and drive financial value.

It is with great pride that we share the NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business 2021-22 Annual Report which includes progress updates and achievements across education, career development, research, and thought leadership.

Supported by a second grant from Visa Foundation, CSB is extending its EmpowHER program to a new, diverse cohort of values-driven MBA students to help build their financial expertise and networks, creating the foundation for gainful career opportunities in sustainable finance.

To date, CSB’s Practice Forum stood out from similar events by focusing on the financial case for sustainability, demonstrating why it’s good for business. For our sixth annual event, we applied these learnings to how to realize these opportunities in performance and profit.