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ESG has long overcome the stage of being a mere buzzword -  it has become central to the strategy and development of companies both inside and outside of the financial sector. But many myths still surround ESG. In this latest episode of the Arendt We Live podcast, four experts offer insights and clarifications as they demystify 7 of the most prominent preconceived ideas about ESG.

Integrating environmental, social and good governance considerations into their business and investment strategies has been, and will remain, a significant challenge for corporations, financial institutions, asset managers and investors across the board.

Whilst the basic concept of ESG is understood by many players, grasping the complexity of what it exactly entails, the opportunities and value that it can provide as well as the pitfalls to avoid is far from straightforward.

This Arendt We Live podcast unpacks the following 7 myths currently surrounding ESG to help you better understand this crucial topic:

• ESG is a new concern?
• ESG is a European concern?
• ESG is about value, not values?
• ESG is the new MiFID?
• ESG is a burden?
• It is all greenwashing anyways?
• ESG is not for lawyers?

The panel of Arendt experts gathered for the discussion are:

Emmanuelle Mousel , Partner  in the Insurance & Reinsurance and Banking & Financial Services practices; Philippe Harles , Partner in the Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions and Finance & Capital Markets practices; Lara Forte , Counsel in the Investment Management practice and Antoine Peter , Manager in the Regulatory & Consulting team.