Still Worth It? The Business Case for Sustainability in 2025

Sustainability and ESG has been transforming the accounting profession like nothing else in the past 50 years. 

Recently, we witnessed a huge shift, due to the current USA government’s position to undue ESG regulations and gains made so far. This has resulted in large companies backtracking and abandoning their previously stated sustainability commitments. Some might conclude that sustainability is not longer a concern.

However, I am convinced of the need to work earnestly on sustainability. The political shift will not solve the climate crisis; it will worsen things. Scientists are warning us about the dire climate related consequences, these consequences will get worse due to the current political situation.  

This insightful presentation will inform professional accountants about the evolving responsibilities driven by the establishment of the ISSB and the growing emphasis on ESG and sustainability standards. Learn how professional accountants can lead in risk assessment, strategic decision-making, and guiding organizations through disruptive times. Gain the knowledge and tools needed to develop, implement, and evaluate successful ESG initiatives—ensuring you stay ahead of the curve and remain a trusted advisor in this new era.  

Founder and Lead Instructor, UltimQuest Knowledge Inc.

Arun K. Mathur, FCPA, FCA, LPA

Arun is Partner at Gerald Duthie & Co. LLP, where he provides professional services to a diverse group of clients. Arun is also Owner and Lead Instructor at UltimQuest Knowledge Inc. He has been delivering corporate training on improving governance, ethics, internal control, performance measurement and related topics. He provides live and online training through CPA bodies across Canada and Bermuda. Arun served for several years on the Board for HealthForce Ontario Marketing and Recruitment Agency, and was also Chair of the Finance and Audit Committee there and for the Trillium Gift of Life Network. He has served on the CMA Ontario's Review Committee prior to the merger.