Values and perceptions of business representatives and the public about the implementation of the principles of sustainable development by business: results of a sociological research

Abstract

We conducted a study of public perceptions of the principles of ESG and relevant issues among entrepreneurs within this paradigm. The study was carried out in the methodology of mixed methods. The first stage of the study was a representative population survey. The second stage of the study is an expert survey of entrepreneurs. The results showed that society is predominantly positive about the principles of ESG, but expects that the state or the companies themselves will be most actively involved in monitoring the implementation of the principles of ESG. Small and medium businesses are experiencing problems with the implementation of the ESG policy due to the lack of developed tools and technologies.