Timeline of how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) evolved globally and in India
Timeline of ESG Evolution Timeline of how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) evolved globally and in India Pre-2000: Foundations of ESG 1 2000–2010: ESG Frameworks Begin Taking Shape 1 2010–2020: Mainstreaming ESG 2 2020–Present: ESG Regulations Strengthen 2 Future Trends (2025 onward) 3 India-Specific Milestones Summary 3 Pre-2000: Foundations of ESG 1960s–70s : Rise of environmental movements (e.g., Earth Day 1970), anti-pollution laws (Clean Air Act, Water Act, etc.) 1976 : OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises – one of the earliest frameworks encouraging responsible business conduct. 1987 : Brundtland Report (Our Common Future) defines “Sustainable Development.” 2000–2010: ESG Frameworks Begin Taking Shape 2000 : United Nations Global Compact launched – 10 principles on human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption. 2004 : UN report “Who Cares Wins” coined the term ESG , calling for integration into capital markets. 2006 : UN PRI (Princi...