In this episode of Sustainable Returns, David Levinson interviews Vuyolwethu Nzube, ESG Analyst at Truffle Asset Management, to examine the growing significance of the social dimension within ESG frameworks. Their discussion highlights the need for substantive action beyond policy statements, drawing on practical examples such as the 2024 Giorgio Armani supply chain incident and its implications for investors. Plus, the impact of social risks on organisational reputation and financial performance, methodologies for evaluating both systemic and incident-specific social risks, and the alignment between safeguarding long-term investment value and upholding human rights. LinkedIn · YouTube