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From Digitalization to Greening: The Transformation Path of Corporate ESG Practices
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Abstract
In the digital age, enterprises face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. As a key strategy for adapting to the digital economy, digital transformation not only reshapes corporate operational models but also exerts a profound influence on their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. With technological advancements, enterprises can monitor and manage their environmental impact more effectively, enhance social responsibility, and optimize internal governance structures. However, how digital transformation specifically influences corporate ESG performance and how it equips enterprises to better respond to evolving market and regulatory environments remain issues worthy of deeper exploration. This study aims to investigate the impact of digital transformation on corporate ESG practices, analyze how this transformation empowers ESG performance, and examine its role in helping companies adapt to changing market and regulatory landscapes. Through this research, we hope to provide empirical evidence to help enterprises improve operational efficiency while enhancing ESG performance during digital transformation, thereby gaining a competitive edge in the highly dynamic market. The purpose of this study is to uncover the relationship between digital transformation and corporate ESG performance and how this relationship influences a company’s ability to adapt to market and regulatory changes. We anticipate that this study will offer the academic community a new perspective to better understand the role of digital transformation in ESG practices. Simultaneously, it aims to provide practical guidance to help enterprises achieve sustainable development during their digital transformation journey. By thoroughly analyzing the interplay between digital transformation and corporate ESG practices, this research seeks to offer theoretical support and practical insights for companies to design and implement effective ESG strategies.
Keywords
ESG, digitalization, greening
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Kong,J. (2024). From Digitalization to Greening: The Transformation Path of Corporate ESG Practices. Journal of Applied Economics and Policy Studies,14,64-67.
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