Environmental, Social and Governance Performance and Firm Value of Clean Technology Companies

Abstract

The environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of clean technology enterprises is thoroughly examined throughout this study project, revealing the complex interactions between ESG factors and company value and overall performance. Clean technologies are an important sector that are distinguished from traditional counterparts that provide comparable goods or services by their ability to reduce environmental footprints, notably through reduced emissions or more responsible exploitation of natural resources. This broad area includes a wide range of advancements, including technologies for sustainable water management, sophisticated energy storage options, and improvements to energy efficiency. Our study is considered significant on several levels. In order to understand the dynamics of how ESG performance relates to firm value, it first aims to examine the ESG performance of clean technology businesses. These businesses have a special attractiveness since they portray a 'clean' image and significantly improve the standard of living for people in both developed and developing countries. Their accomplishments go beyond just making money; they also make significant attempts to improve society. Additionally, investments in clean technology are frequently hailed as crucial for boosting the competitiveness of governments and businesses alike while also offering an improved standard of living for their population. The theoretical ramifications of our study are revealed in the detailed relationships between ESG performance and business value in the clean technology sector. We pave the path for a greater knowledge of how businesses working in this industry contribute to broader sustainability in both the economy and the environment by building a sophisticated awareness of these links. Our findings have significant potential for investors, decision-makers, and business titans. They offer important insights on how clean technology companies should be strategically positioned, potentially influencing investment choices, forming regulatory frameworks, and directing corporate strategies toward more environmentally and socially conscious actions. Our research also adds to the growing conversation about the critical role that clean technology plays in enhancing citizens' well-being and competitiveness by providing a road map for interested parties. In conclusion, this study adds to our understanding of the ESG performance of clean technology firms and how it affects firm value, highlighting their critical role in determining the future of sustainability and prosperity for societies and economies around across the globe.