Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments are no longer just a corporate checkbox – they’re essential to long-term value, stakeholder trust and business resilience. But while ESG strategies often focus on supply chains, emissions, or social impact, one area is often overlooked: how your board operates.
If your board is still relying on paper-heavy packs, manual processes and siloed communications, it might be time to rethink your governance toolkit.
Here’s how adopting a board portal can directly support your ESG goals:
Environmental – Reduce your environmental impact
Printing hundreds (if not thousands) of pages for each board meeting adds up, in both cost and environmental impact.
A digital board portal eliminates the need for printing entirely. Directors access all documents securely online, review papers on the go and annotate digitally.
Not only does this reduce waste, it supports your organisation’s broader net-zero and resource efficiency commitments.
Fewer printed board packs = less paper, less waste and a lighter footprint.
Did you know? Using a board portal software like Stellar, can save you:
- 14,080 printed pages per year
- 56kgs of paper in landfill
- $11,264 in costs for yearly printing *
Social – Empower inclusive, accessible governance
ESG isn’t just about the environment, it’s about people too.
A digital board portal supports better collaboration, improved communication and more inclusive participation across the board.
From remote access to real-time updates, directors can contribute meaningfully wherever they are, helping foster a governance culture that’s modern, agile, and equitable.
Governance – Strengthen transparency and oversight
Good governance is the backbone of any ESG strategy.
A digital board portal improves version control, ensures secure document storage, and tracks engagement — giving leadership clear oversight and audit trails.
It also reduces reliance on scattered emails or printed notes, streamlining decision-making and improving accountability.
Final words on how board portals support your ESG goals
Sustainability starts at the top. By embracing a digital board portal, your organisation can align its governance practices with its ESG commitments – reducing environmental impact, enhancing inclusivity, and strengthening oversight. It’s not just a smarter way to run meetings, it’s a meaningful step toward a more responsible, resilient future.
Less paper. Lower costs. Smarter governance. See how Stellar stacks up against your current board pack printing costs.
* Based on a board with 8 directors and 2 staff who meet 8 times a year. With a 176 page board pack.