Build Sustainability Into Your Strategy
Without Slowing Down Performance
A clear, actionable guide for
business leaders who want Environmental, Social and
Governance (ESG) to drive value
not just tick boxes.
Build Sustainability Into Your Strategy
Without Slowing Down Performance
A clear, actionable guide for
business leaders who want Environmental, Social and
Governance (ESG) to drive value
not just tick boxes.
Why This Book Exists
You already know sustainability matters — but making it strategic, practical and profitable?
That’s where most businesses get stuck.
This book gives you the roadmap.
Written by ESG expert with over 20 years experience Lee Stewart, How to Build Sustainability Into Your Business Strategy takes you beyond the buzzwords to show you how to embed ESG into your operations, reporting, and leadership — without slowing down growth.
Who This Book Is For
Business leaders who want to future-proof their companies
Executives under pressure to show ESG progress — and unsure where to start
Sustainability managers who need practical frameworks that win executive buy-in
Board members and directors seeking clarity and credibility on ESG issues
Why This Book Exists
You already know sustainability matters — but making it strategic, practical and profitable?
That’s where most businesses get stuck.
This book gives you the roadmap.
Written by ESG expert with over 20 years experience Lee Stewart, How to Build Sustainability Into Your Business Strategy takes you beyond the buzzwords to show you how to embed ESG into your operations, reporting, and leadership — without slowing down growth.
Who This
Book Is For
Business leaders who want to future-proof their companies
Executives under pressure to show ESG progress — and unsure where to start
Sustainability managers who need practical frameworks that win executive buy-in
Board members and directors seeking clarity and credibility on ESG issues
What You’ll Learn
What You’ll Learn
Why Most ESG Strategies Fail — and How to Get It Right
Most companies jump straight to reporting, policies, or PR. But real ESG impact starts with clarity — about what matters, where you stand, and what your stakeholders expect.
This book walks you through that process step-by-step, helping you avoid wasted effort and start driving meaningful progress.
Why Most ESG Strategies Fail and How to Get It Right
Most companies jump straight to reporting, policies, or PR. But real ESG impact starts with clarity — about what matters, where you stand, and what your stakeholders expect.
This book walks you through that process step-by-step, helping you avoid wasted effort and start driving meaningful progress.
What You’ll
Find Inside
A simple framework you can apply across any industry
Real-world examples that show what works (and what doesn’t)
Clear, jargon-free writing that respects your time
Tools, checklists, and insights designed for decision-makers
What You
Won’t Find
Fluff, filler, or corporate clichés
Theory without application
Overly academic writing
One-size-fits-all checklists
Assumptions that you already “get” ESG
What You’ll
Find Inside
A simple framework you can apply across any industry
Real-world examples that show what works (and what doesn’t)
Clear, jargon-free writing that respects your time
Tools, checklists, and insights designed for decision-makers
What You
Won’t Find
Fluff, filler, or corporate clichés
Theory without application
Overly academic writing
One-size-fits-all checklists
Assumptions that you already “get” ESG
What People Are Saying
“Lee’s expertise has been invaluable in navigating ESG complexities, making this book an essential guide for businesses.”
“This gave me the clarity to speak confidently with our board.”
“This book feels like having an experienced sustainability master by your side, guiding you step-by-step.”
Andrew Scott
Mike Burrell
Carolyn Kerr
COO, Briscoe Group
CEO, Sustainable Business Council of New Zealand
CEO, Anthem
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
“Lee simplifies decades of sustainability knowledge into an accessible guide.”
“Lee’s framework is practical and effective—far better to be guided by someone who knows what works.”
“I wish Lee had written this book 25 years ago—it would have saved us a lot of wasted effort.”
Amanda Steele
Ken Hickson
James Shaw
Group Executive Head of
Property, ISPT
Author of “Race for Sustainability” and “The ABC of Carbon.”
Operating Partner, Morrison & former Climate Change Minister, New Zealand
★★★★★
★★★★★
★★★★★
What People Are Saying
“Lee’s expertise has been invaluable in navigating ESG complexities, making this book an essential guide for businesses.”
Andrew Scott
COO, Briscoe Group
★★★★★
“This gave me the clarity to speak confidently with our board.”
Mike Burrell
CEO, Sustainable Business
Council of New Zealand
★★★★★
“This book feels like having an experienced sustainability master by your side, guiding you step-by-step.”
Carolyn Kerr
CEO, Anthem
★★★★★
“Lee simplifies decades of sustainability knowledge into an accessible guide.”
Amanda Steele
Group Executive Head of
Property, ISPT
★★★★★
“Lee’s framework is practical and effective—far better to be guided by someone who knows what works.”
Ken Hickson
Author of “Race for Sustainability”
and “The ABC of Carbon.”
★★★★★
“I wish Lee had written this book 25 years ago—it would have saved us a lot of wasted effort.”
James Shaw
Operating Partner, Morrison &
former Climate Change Minister,
New Zealand
★★★★★
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And 20+ ESG Podcasts
Recognized as one of
CIO Look’s Top 10 Influential
Leaders Shaping Sustainability Worldwide (2024)
200+ Five-Star Reviews
on Amazon - Trusted in
over 20 countries
Top 1% of all Amazon
business books
Bestseller in Green
Business, Comparative
Economics and
Sustainable Development
AS SEEN ON
And 20+ ESG Podcasts
Recognized as one of
CIO Look’s Top 10 Influential
Leaders Shaping Sustainability Worldwide (2024)
200+ Five-Star Reviews
on Amazon - Trusted in
over 20 countries
Top 1% of all Amazon
business books
Bestseller in Green
Business, Comparative
Economics and
Sustainable Development
Winner - 2025 Global
Recognition Award
Winner - 2025 Global
Recognition Award
About the Author
Lee Stewart is an award-winning ESG strategist, keynote speaker, and the founder of ESG Strategy.
With decades of experience working with boards, executive teams, and sustainability leaders, Lee has built a reputation for helping businesses unlock ESG as a source of competitive advantage.
He’s been featured on Sky News, Ticker TV, and sustainability podcasts across Australia. Through this book, Lee shares the same frameworks and tools he uses with clients — making complex ESG challenges clear, doable, and strategic.
About the Author
Lee Stewart is an award-winning ESG strategist, keynote speaker, and the founder of ESG Strategy.
With decades of experience working with boards, executive teams, and sustainability leaders, Lee has built a reputation for helping businesses unlock ESG as a source of competitive advantage.
He’s been featured on Sky News, Ticker TV, and sustainability podcasts across Australia. Through this book, Lee shares the same frameworks and tools he uses with clients — making complex ESG challenges clear, doable, and strategic.
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