Feeling the pressure to implement ESG but unsure where to start? You don’t need a massive budget or a dedicated sustainability team to make an impact. In this session, we’ll break down practical, low-cost steps that small and mid-size manufacturers can take right now to meet customer expectations, stay competitive and drive real business growth. Attendees will learn the importance of implementing a 'right-sized' ESG program; simple ESG actions that deliver immediate results; how to align with customer and OEM automotive requirements without overcommitting resources; and cost-effective ways to track and communicate ESG progress.

• What ESG really means (and how it differs from sustainability, CSR and ISO 14001)
• Why large customers re require ESG – and how SMEs can respond without big budgets
• How ESG can help win new business, reduce costs and improve operational performance
• A six-step roadmap (The Six Pillars) any SME can use to get started
• How to identify ESG priorities that matter most to your customers and team