This toolkit is designed to help non-profits integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their operations. While businesses are increasingly mandated to adopt ESG strategies, non-profits have a unique opportunity to drive change—not just by advocating for sustainable policies, but by embedding these principlesin their own daily practices.
By Andrea Ugrinoska
By MEP Raquel García Hermida-van der Walle (Renew Europe), Alva Finn, Executive Director, ELF and Sofia Mørch, Governance and Enlargement Fellow, ELF
The world is evolving rapidly, presenting new challenges and opportunities that require thoughtful and proactive responses. As members of the ELF liberal family, we recognize these shifts and acknowledge our responsibility to adapt and support our network in navigating them. Sustainability, transparency, and accountability are becoming core expectations across all sectors, and we want to ensure that our members are well-equipped to lead by example.
This toolkit is designed to help non-profits integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their operations. While businesses are increasingly mandated to adopt ESG strategies, non-profits have a unique opportunity to drive change—not just by advocating for sustainable policies, but by embedding these principles
in their own daily practices. By doing so, we can demonstrate that progress is possible without compromising our values or mission. Our goal is to provide practical guidance that enables organizations to take meaningful steps, regardless of their size or resources. From responsible resource management to ethical governance, this toolkit serves as both a roadmap and a call to action. Together, we can strengthen our impact, inspire others, and contribute to a more
sustainable and just future.