Gender Equality, Gender Justice, and Green Feminism in Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Model: A Must Step for Greener Workplace

Abstract

This research paper seeks to answer questions that relate to Gender Diversity and gender-sensitive policies on the ESG performance of Indian firms. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research tests two hypothesis. The two hypotheses for this research are H1: Superior ESG performance is evident in companies with greater gender diversity in leadership roles. H2: Companies with gender-sensitive ESG policies have better social and environmental performance. The research data was obtained from 220 managers of 100 companies of different industries located in India. Multiple regression test was conducted to measure the correlation between Gender Diversity and ESG scores. Further insight was obtained from qualitative interviews with selected female leaders and environmental activism groups. The results suggest that gender diversity positively enhances ESG performance and further affirms the incorporation of feminist considerations into corporate governance frameworks.