ESG PRO

About ESG PRO

Welcome to the ESG Pro Ltd. podcast, your go-to source for all things related to ESG, sustainability, carbon/GHG emissions, and corporate responsibility. Join us on Spotify as we explore the latest trends, expert insights, and actionable strategies to navigate the world of Environment, Social, and Governance. Dive into our episodes now at www.esgpro.co.uk and make informed decisions for a brighter, more responsible future.

Publisher

ESG Pro Limited

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Dec 2023

Latest episode

21 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

7 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2025

   Charities - From Ambitions to ESG Action

   Charities – From Ambitions to ESG Action Podcast In this inspiring episode, Joe Gallagher from ESG Pro explores how charities can turn sustainability ambitions into measurable ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) action. With practical insight, Joe explains how the not-for-profit sector can unlock the value of ESG—transforming regulation, risk and reputation into return on investment, resilience and revenue. Discover how ESG frameworks help charities move beyond compliance to create impact through energy efficiency, carbon reduction, social value and stronger stakeholder engagement. Joe highlights quick wins such as reducing costs and improving funding potential, alongside strategies for sustainability reporting and climate resilience. Key Takeaways Leverage ESG reporting to attract grants, donors and partners. Save money through energy efficiency and innovation. Engage trustees, staff and volunteers in sustainable decisions. Future-proof operations against climate and compliance risks. Build trust and transparency through impact reporting. Why Listen Listeners will learn how CFOs, finance directors and trustees can connect financial performance with sustainability, use carbon data to strengthen grant bids, and build trust with donors and partners. Joe shares success stories from ESG Pro’s work with Human Appeal, StepChange and the Learning Disability Network—including one charity securing £200,000 in grant funding to reach its net-zero target. From future-proofing operations and attracting new talent to aligning with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards, this episode offers a roadmap for embedding ESG at the heart of any charity’s mission. Learn how supply chain audits, social value measurement and self-funding initiatives can turn ESG from a regulatory burden into a growth driver. Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/) About ESG Pro ESG Pro is a boutique sustainability consultancy helping SMEs and charities to build ESG capability, achieve compliance and enhance performance through fractional expertise and leading frameworks. Subscribe for more episodes and discover how your organisation can make sustainability pay—financially, socially and environmentally. LEARN MORE ESG Pro Limited Web: www.esgpro.co.uk (https://www.esgpro.co.uk) Tel: +44(0)331 630 0728 Email: info@esgpro.co.uk (mailto:info@esgpro.co.uk) Contact Joe Gallagher directly: jg@esgpro.co.uk (mailto:jg@esgpro.co.uk) #ESG #Charities #Sustainability #NonProfit #Impact #Governance #CarbonReduction #SocialValue #NetZero #GRI #ESGPro #JoeGallagher #Podcast #ESGStrategy #ClimateAction #SustainableCharities #GreenFunding #SustainabilityPodcast

2. 

   4 Oct 2025

   ESG Challenges and Opportunities for Small Businesses

   In this episode of the ESG Pro Podcast, Director of Partnerships Joe Gallagher explores how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can transform Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) challenges into opportunities for growth, innovation, and resilience. Drawing from his extensive experience advising companies across multiple sectors, Joe explains why sustainability is no longer optional — and how SMEs can use ESG principles to build stronger relationships, win more tenders, and future-proof their operations.As global regulations tighten and customer expectations evolve, SMEs increasingly find themselves at the crossroads of compliance and competitiveness. Joe highlights the rapid shift in the business landscape, where ESG-aligned companies are now winning contracts, attracting investment, and strengthening supply-chain partnerships. He breaks down what the UK’s Procurement Act 2025 means for smaller organisations and how it levels the playing field by allocating 30 per cent of government spending to SMEs that can demonstrate credible ESG and carbon-reduction commitments. Joe also discusses the NHS Evergreen Assessment, the growing importance of sustainable procurement, and how proactive SMEs can capture a share of the £120 billion annual public-sector market.Listeners will gain practical insights into how ESG reporting, carbon reduction planning, and supply-chain transparency can deliver measurable business value. Throughout the episode, Joe demonstrates that ESG isn’t about bureaucracy — it’s about strategy. He shares real-world client stories, including how one company lost a £750,000 housing-association contract due to weak ESG credentials, and how others have since used ESG Pro’s guidance to defend key accounts, enhance tender success rates, and increase gross margins. These powerful examples underscore the message that strong ESG performance doesn’t just mitigate risk; it actively drives growth, customer loyalty, and staff retention.Joe also unpacks the triple-bottom-line approach — people, planet, and profit — illustrating how responsible business practices can reduce costs, improve reputation, and attract purpose-driven talent. From reducing emissions and rethinking packaging to embedding ethical governance and community engagement, this discussion provides an actionable roadmap for SMEs aiming to integrate sustainability into their core operations.This episode is essential listening for business owners, directors, and sustainability champions who want to understand how to use ESG as a lever for innovation and market differentiation. Whether your company is just starting its sustainability journey or looking to enhance existing initiatives, Joe’s guidance offers clarity and confidence. By reframing ESG as an enabler of opportunity rather than a compliance burden, he empowers SMEs to embrace sustainability as a catalyst for growth.Tune in to learn how to make ESG work for your business — and discover why, in Joe’s words, there’s never been a better time for SMEs to lead the way towards a more sustainable, profitable, and purpose-driven future.LEARN MOREwww.esgpro.co.ukt. +44(0)331 630 0728e. info@esgpro.co.uk#ESG #Sustainability #SmallBusiness #ESGProPodcast #JoeGallagher #ESGPro #BusinessGrowth #SustainableBusiness #SMEs #ESGStrategy #SustainabilityMadeEasy #SustainabilityForSMEs #NetZero #CarbonReduction #ProcurementAct #SustainableProcurement #SupplyChainSustainability #EcoVadis #GRI #CSRD #SECR #CorporateResponsibility #TripleBottomLine #PeoplePlanetProfit #SocialValue #ESGChallenges #ESGOpportunities #GreenBusiness #EthicalBusiness #SustainabilityInsights #SustainabilityPodcast

3. 

   2 Oct 2025

   Why Climate Matters for Business - an ESG Pro and Future Led Debate

   Debating Sustainability - Donald Trump or Ed Miliband? Who's right, or is the reality somewhere in between? Megan Fraser of Future Led and Humperdinck Jackman of ESG Pro explore the challenges of sustainability, and how Climate Leaders can deliver genuine organisational change to strengthen their careers and their organisations. Key Takeaways: Employee well-being is linked to environmental responsibility. Influencing without authority is key in climate leadership. Sustainability can lead to significant cost savings for businesses. Effective communication is crucial for climate initiatives. Resilience is necessary for leaders in the climate space. Every action counts in the fight against climate change. LEARN MOREMegan Fraser (she/her)Helping climate executives and founders lead with impact through career-defining transitions. Top Executive Coach 2025, awarded by Real LeadersEmail megan@FutureLed.earthWeb www.FutureLed.earthHumperdinck JackmanCEO of ESG Pro Ltd., a UK-based ESG and sustainability consultancy serving clients globally. B Corp certified, and EcoVadis Gold certified, as well as an EcoVadis Strategic Partner across UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa.Email hj@esgpro.co.ukWeb www.esgpro.co.uk #esg #sustainability #ecovadis #bcorp #climatechange #secr #esos #netzero #gri #london #unitedkingdom #consultant #ppn #carbonreduction #carbonreporting

4. 

   2 Jan 2024

   ESG Reporting and Regulations (Episode 2 of 10)

   Episode 2 of 10 of our Introduction to ESG podcast series Explore the world of ESG with ESG Pro's podcast. Dive into how Environmental, Social, and Governance factors are reshaping business strategies for sustainability and growth. Uncover practical insights and trends, debunk myths, and learn how ESG drives commercial success. Contact ESG Pro for more insights by emailing info@esgpro.co.uk, subscribe to our podcast series and to find us on LinkedIn. Tune in to transform your business with ESG! WWW.ESGPRO.CO.UK (https://www.esgpro.co.uk) #ESG #SustainableBusiness #CorporateResponsibility #EnvironmentalStewardship #SocialResponsibility #CorporateGovernance #EthicalBusiness #GreenInvesting #SustainabilityReporting #RiskManagement #OperationalEfficiency #Innovation #ConsumerPreference #TalentRetention #GlobalSustainability #GRIStandards #InvestmentStrategy #BusinessEthics #ClimateAction #DiversityAndInclusion #SustainableGrowth #LongTermValue #BusinessResilience #ESGIntegration #StrategicImperative #FinancialViability #CorporateSustainability #MarketLeadership #StakeholderEngagement #EthicalLeadership

5. 

   30 Dec 2023

   An Introduction to ESG and its Importance for Businesses (Episode 1 of 10)

   Episode 1 of 10 Explore the world of ESG with ESG Pro Limited's podcast series. Dive into how Environmental, Social, and Governance factors are reshaping business strategies for sustainability and growth. Uncover practical insights and trends, debunk myths, and learn how ESG drives commercial success. Contact ESG Pro for more insights by emailing info@esgpro.co.uk, and please remember to subscribe to our podcast series and to find us on LinkedIn. Tune in to transform your business with ESG! www.esgpro.co.uk (https://www.esgpro.co.uk) #ESGPRO #SustainabilityPodcast #GHGEmissions #ESGConsulting #EnvironmentalStrategy #CarbonFootprintManagement #SustainableBusiness #ClimateAction #CorporateResponsibility #GreenhouseGasProtocol #ESGUK #EURegulations #GlobalSustainability #EnergyEfficiency #NetZeroTargets #SustainableInvesting #EnvironmentalConsultancy #BusinessLeadership #SustainabilityGoals #CorporateSustainability #ESGExpertise

6. 

   17 Dec 2023

   The Proven Link Between ESG and Profitability

   In this ESG PRO podcast, Humperdinck Jackman, Managing Director at ESG PRO and a university business school lecturer, delves into the research-backed benefits of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices for companies. ESG is often viewed as a cost, but this podcast uncovers its true value. Key Takeaways: ESG is more than just reporting; it's about genuine commitment to sustainability. Companies embracing ESG have seen a 9.1% increase in profits over three years. Businesses focusing on ESG outperform those that don't in terms of revenue. ESG makes it easier for companies to attract investment. Five tangible benefits of ESG include a competitive edge and attracting investors. ESG can improve financial performance through cost reductions and sustainability efforts. It builds customer loyalty as socially conscious consumers prefer responsible brands. ESG helps make company operations sustainable, reducing risks and costs. ESG is intertwined with environmental, social, and governance aspects. It's essential for companies to address ESG systematically for higher value creation.

7. 

   16 Dec 2023

   The Ultimate Guide to B-Corp

   🌱 Welcome to our comprehensive podcast on B Corp Certification - the ultimate guide for businesses aspiring to stand out through sustainability and ethical practices. If you're on a mission to align your company with the highest standards of social and environmental impact, you've come to the right place! 📈 In this episode, we delve deep into what it means to be a B Corp certified company, the rigorous process involved, and how this certification is reshaping the business landscape. We uncover the "Benefit" behind the B in B Corp and discuss why investors, consumers, and forward-thinking companies are increasingly prioritising this esteemed certification. 🔍 Discover: 📍 The steps to becoming B Corp certified 📍 The importance and impact of B Corp status on stakeholders 📍 How ESG Pro Limited can guide you through the certification process 💼 Whether you're a small business or a multinational corporation, achieving B Corp status is a clear indicator of your commitment to more than just profit. It's about making a positive mark on the world. But the journey can be complex and demanding. That's where ESG Pro Limited comes in. ✨ At ESG Pro, we offer scalable consultancy services that cater to businesses of any size. Their expert guidance simplifies the certification process, making your path to B Corp accreditation seamless and successful. They're not just consultants; they're partners dedicated to helping you excel in social and environmental responsibility. 👉 For detailed insights and professional support on your B Corp certification journey, visit ESG Pro Limited at www.esgpro.co.uk and start transforming your business today! 📌 Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more insights on sustainable business practices and hit the bell icon to stay updated on new releases. If you found value in this podcast, like, share, and comment below with your thoughts or questions about B Corp certification. #BCorpCertification #SustainableBusiness #EthicalBusiness #CorporateResponsibility #ESG #ESGPro #BusinessGrowth #InvestInEthics #BTheChange #SocialImpact #EnvironmentalSustainability #Bcorp

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