This study analyzes how a Dutch parent or subsidiary entity, which holds or is part of an international and economically active group, addresses (potential) negative effects of its business activities via ESG. The research focuses on the actual implementation and execution of ESG policies. The methods used for this analysis are diverse and include interdisciplinary legal-economic research and interviews. The conclusions of this report are threefold. First, it is shown that legal and operation...

The duties and responsibilities of Supervisory Boards have evolved in recent years. This is especially true in the case of governance, with themes such as succession planning, talent reviews, diversity and inclusion becoming increasingly important. Because of this development, more emphasis is placed on the role of the Nomination Committee. However, it is unclear whether its position has evolved accordingly.

To answer this question, the International Center for Financial Law & Governance (ICF...