Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Initiative
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Initiative
Elevating the impact of business research in ESG
The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Initiative at the Wharton School conducts academically rigorous and practically relevant research with industry partners and across all Wharton departments to investigate when, where, and how ESG factors impact business value. Informed by research, we offer 30+ courses that MBA and undergraduate students can assemble into a major or concentration, over a dozen co-curricular experiences, and three Executive certificate programs. Led by Vice Dean Witold Henisz, the ESG Initiative advances Wharton’s best-in-class education of current and future leaders, enabling them to serve a world undergoing tremendous change.
Areas of Focus
Conducting rigorous practically-relevant research that investigates when, where, and how ESG factors impact business
Providing world-class ESG curricular and co-curricular programs to current and future business leaders
Shaping strategies, models, policies, and regulations for practice and policy through partnerships and programs
Research Insights
As the undisputed leader in published academic business research, Wharton delivers tangible solutions that transform business practices and grow economic opportunities for all.
Knowledge at Wharton
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Dive into topical articles, podcasts, and videos through Wharton’s online business journal.
The Hidden Cost of AI Energy Consumption
AI will deplete our natural resources if leaders don’t act now, warns Wharton visiting scholar Cornelia Walther.Read More
How to Reduce the Risk of AI and Enhance Its Societal Impact
Visiting scholar Cornelia Walther makes the business case for “prosocial AI” and how it can benefit society while minimizing ethical risks.Read More
Election Season: A Test of Corporate Conscience
A senior researcher at The Conference Board discusses how companies should navigate election season in the workplace.Read More
Slow Burn | Jisung Park
Professor Jisung Park discusses the hidden, everyday costs of climate change outlined in his book.Read More
Centers, Initiatives & More
Recent Research From Pillar Faculty
Meet some of the Wharton faculty doing impactful work for ESG.
Witold J. Henisz
Vice Dean and Faculty Director, ESG Initiative
Deloitte & Touche Professor of Management
