In this episode of FinPod, we discuss a recently published course on ESG risk management. We explain the evolution of ESG from environmental health and safety to corporate sustainability and social responsibility, emphasizing its current role as a management framework for addressing environmental, societal, and governance risks. 

We cover fundamental concepts of ESG, headline risks, and examples of companies that have managed these risks well or poorly. We also touch on the growing importance of ESG in investment decisions and the rise of ESG auditing. 

This episode offers advice for aspiring professionals looking to enter the ESG field and underscores that ESG is a lasting, essential aspect of business management. Tune in for valuable insights from a leading expert on ESG risk management.