ESG成企業新標配

根據國際勞工組織（ILO）旗下雇主活動局（ACT/EMP）最新發布的《Employers’ Activities Survey Report：Leading the ESG agenda》，雇主與企業會員組織（Employer and Business Membership Organisations，EBMOs）正快速擴大其 ESG 相關服務，以回應全球企業日益升高的永續需求。

Employer and Business Membership Organisations (EBMOs) are rapidly scaling up their ESG-related services as demand from companies continues to grow globally, according to the latest Employers’ Activities (ACT/EMP) Survey Report: Leading the ESG agenda released by the International Labour Organization (ILO).

調查顯示，近八成（80%）的 EBMOs 表示，過去五年間企業對 ESG 相關服務的需求明顯成長；展望未來一至三年，亦有約五分之四的受訪組織預期需求將持續上升，顯示 ESG 已成為長期結構性議題，而非短期趨勢。

The survey found that eight in 10 EBMOs have experienced increased demand for ESG services over the past five years. Looking ahead, around four in five respondents expect demand to rise further over the next one to three years, underscoring ESG as a long-term strategic priority rather than a temporary trend.

值得注意的是，ESG 成長動能不再僅集中於傳統永續市場。報告指出，過往 ESG 發展相對緩慢的非洲與阿拉伯國家，如今也預期需求將顯著增加，反映全球 ESG 規範正隨著法規趨嚴、投資人壓力升高與市場標準變化而全面擴散。

Growth in ESG demand is no longer confined to traditionally strong markets. Regions that previously showed slower uptake, including Africa and the Arab States, now anticipate stronger increases. This shift reflects the global expansion of ESG expectations, driven by tighter regulation, growing investor scrutiny and evolving market standards.

從企業需求面來看，EBMOs 最常被尋求的角色包括協助企業因應法規要求，以及釐清 ESG 的商業價值。許多企業希望獲得更具實務導向的指引，理解永續框架如何提升營運效率、降低風險，並強化進入新市場的能力。

Across regions, companies most commonly turn to EBMOs for support in meeting regulatory requirements and understanding the business case for ESG. Many are seeking practical guidance on how sustainability frameworks can enhance operational efficiency, reduce risk exposure and improve access to new markets.

為回應這股需求，EBMOs 正積極擴展訓練課程、工作坊、產業活動與資訊共享平台，協助會員掌握快速演進的永續標準、揭露規範與報告要求。此外，像是 LEADER Programme 等計畫，也透過數據與實務工具，協助 EBMOs 將 ESG 納入核心服務項目。

In response, EBMOs are expanding training programmes, workshops, events and information-sharing platforms to help members navigate rapidly evolving sustainability standards, reporting rules and disclosure requirements. Initiatives such as the LEADER Programme are also strengthening support by providing data and practical tools to help EBMOs embed ESG as a core service offering.

調查亦發現，中型與大型企業仍是 EBMOs ESG 服務的主要使用者，但在多數地區，小型企業的參與度亦逐步提升。這顯示即便 ESG 報告與合規門檻較高，越來越多中小企業已意識到永續表現對競爭力的影響。

The survey shows that medium-sized and large enterprises are the primary users of ESG services provided by EBMOs, although engagement from small businesses is also increasing in many regions. This reflects both the complexity of ESG reporting and the growing recognition that sustainability performance can directly influence competitiveness.

從產業別觀察，製造業是全球最頻繁使用 ESG 服務的產業，其次依序為農林漁業、營建業，以及金融與保險活動。報告指出，各產業需求差異往往與當地法規環境及供應鏈壓力高度相關。

From a sectoral perspective, manufacturing emerged as the most frequent user of ESG services globally, followed by agriculture, forestry and fishing, construction, and financial and insurance activities. The report notes that sectoral demand varies by region, often shaped by local regulatory environments and supply chain pressures.

ILO 表示，調查結果凸顯 ESG 已成為企業韌性與長期價值創造的關鍵支柱。ILO 雇主活動局（ACT/EMP）主任 Deborah France-Massin 指出，ESG 正在協助企業更有效管理風險、建立信任，而本次調查也再次證實 EBMOs 在全球永續轉型中，正扮演不可或缺的可信夥伴角色。

Overall, the ILO said the findings highlight ESG’s growing role in business resilience and long-term value creation. Deborah France-Massin, Director of the ILO Bureau for Employers’ Activities (ACT/EMP), said ESG now plays a critical role in helping enterprises manage risk and build trust, adding that the survey confirms the expanding role of EBMOs as trusted partners in translating sustainability goals into measurable business outcomes.