18643: Any Gold After Tides Recede? The Evolution, Backlash, and Future of ESG

Monday, July 28, 2025

12:00 - 13:30 CEST (GMT+2)

Location: Bella Center: Hall C- C4-m2

Session Type: Symposium (panel)
Orientation: Practice,Research
Shareable link: https://cdmcd.co/3RpW5x

Organizer(s)

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Yuting Yang

Iowa State U., United States
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Beatrisa Pucalev

University of Mississippi, United States

Panelist(s)

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Jeffrey S. Harrison

University of Richmond, United States
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Peter G. Klein

Baylor U., United States
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Lori Verstegen Ryan

San Diego State U., United States
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Siri Ann Terjesen

Florida Atlantic U., United States

The widespread adoption of ESG-related programs in corporations has driven a significant amount of research in the field of management. Yet, after decades of passionate support by investors and corporations, recent years have seen a withdrawal of enthusiasm for ESG agendas in organizations. Investors are pulling back from ESG funds, companies are scaling down grants for ESG initiatives, and since 2021, many businesses have intentionally avoided referencing “ESG” during earnings calls. ESG seems to have evolved following a cyclical trajectory, rising like “tides” sweeping over organizations. As the tides now appear to recede, what are the enduring “golden” components of ESG that will remain embedded within organizations? This panel symposium aims to explore this inquiry and enhance our understanding of the current and future status of ESG.