Almost two thirds (62 per cent) of pension professionals said they either ‘very much’ or to ‘some degree’ believe environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosures lead to better real-world outcomes, a poll from the Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) has found.

However, the poll revealed that some professionals disagree, with 16 per cent polled stating they feel ESG disclosures are a mere "box-ticking exercise".

SPP conducted the poll at an event held earlier this week, polling over 100 attendees on their opinions about the ability of ESG disclosure requirements achieving better real-world outcomes.

Commenting on the findings, Capital Cranfield professional trustee and panel chair, John Nestor, said: “The fact so many in the industry recognise the importance of ESG disclosure requirements as providing real-world benefits rather than simply being a regulatory burden, bodes very well for the future both in terms of compliance and in working towards better environmental, social and governance outcomes.”

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