This report provides an overview of the extent to which companies are addressing their environmental, social and governance (ESG) impacts. The companies examined are constituents of the FTSE All-World Developed Index and the data presented was extracted from databases maintained by EIRIS in March 20071. The data is presented by country/region and contextual analysis is provided. The issues covered are corporate governance, equal opportunities, human rights, supply chain labour standards, environmental responsibility and community involvement. The report focuses on these issues because they illustrate a cross section of key ESG risks that companies face and key sustainability issues of interest to clients. Other topics examined include climate change, HIV/AIDS and responsible business approaches in emerging markets.

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