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Maddocks advised Parkes Shire Council on the Parkes Integrated Water Infrastructure Renewal Program
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is not only a main priority for Australian businesses today, but a way forward to improve the valuation of the business.
However, an understanding of the many sectors and what is encompassed under ESG and the legal risks associated does not have to be an onerous task.
The Maddocks team has designed a simplified model for clients focussed on
Central to our approach is ensuring your business creates a sustainable ESG policy for many years to come for both your market reputation and your people. We understand that ESG should assess the robustness of a company’s governance mechanisms and its ability to effectively manage its environmental and social impacts.
Our team undertake a sector approach to designing your ESG policies. We will work closely with you to ensure that each policy aligns to your strategy and vision and assist to conduct audits, and set measurable goals that your staff to be proud of.
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Our work with State-level government supports key objectives and delivers tangible results to allow government to deliver on their mandates.
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Maddocks advised Parkes Shire Council on the Parkes Integrated Water Infrastructure Renewal Program
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