Factors that determine companies’ reporting of information on actions towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals Cover Image

Czynniki determinujące raportowanie przez przedsiębiorstwa informacji o działaniach na rzecz realizacji Celów Zrównoważonego Rozwoju
Factors that determine companies’ reporting of information on actions towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

Author(s): Joanna Krasodomska, Ewelina Zarzycka, Dorota Dobija
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management
Published by: Stowarzyszenie Księgowych w Polsce
Keywords: Sustainable Development Goals; sustainable development; non-financial reporting; SDG reporting

Summary/Abstract: Purpose: The aim of the research is to identify factors that influence companies’ deci-sions about reporting on the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Methodology/approach: A literature review allowed us to identify three potential factors that influence SDG reporting. The study used a sample of 8,499 companies. Data were obtained from the Refinitiv ESG Global database. Regression analysis was used to verify the research hypotheses. Findings: Engagement in social and environmental issues, the use of GRI (Global Re-porting Initiative) standards, and pressure from selected stakeholder groups positively influence companies’ decisions to report on SDGs. Research limitations: The simplified way of measuring the dependent variable may not fully capture differences in the volume and quality of disclosures about SDGs. Originality/value: The article provides new knowledge on factors that influence SDG reporting, including the importance of stakeholders. There is a need to further educate businesses and investors about sustainability and promote the use of GRI standards

  • Issue Year: 46/2022
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 99-118
  • Page Count: 20
  • Language: Polish