Lesogo Regina Moalusi, Sugandren Naidoo
Abstract
The world is on a drive for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. Lack of implementation of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) targets presents environmental, reputational, and financial risks for companies where sustainability is increasingly important.
The aim of this research is to identify the factors that influence the effective implementation of environmental targets in the telecommunications sector in South Africa. The research aims to bridge the gap between intent and implementation, providing insights and recommendations to help companies in the sector achieve their environmental goals while balancing technological growth and sustainable development. The study was conducted using a qualitative methodology where semi-structured interviews were held with the participants.
The results and findings of the study presented; improvements on employee engagements, ownership, collaboration, alternative energy investments, lowering greenhouse emissions, investment in research and development, and prioritising environmental sustainability goals in the company strategy as some of the key components to implemented.
The aim of this research is to identify the factors that influence the effective implementation of environmental targets in the telecommunications sector in South Africa. The research aims to bridge the gap between intent and implementation, providing insights and recommendations to help companies in the sector achieve their environmental goals while balancing technological growth and sustainable development. The study was conducted using a qualitative methodology where semi-structured interviews were held with the participants.
The results and findings of the study presented; improvements on employee engagements, ownership, collaboration, alternative energy investments, lowering greenhouse emissions, investment in research and development, and prioritising environmental sustainability goals in the company strategy as some of the key components to implemented.