The Erasmus+ ESG Essentials project was the focus of a recent meeting highlighting its objectives and strategic direction, with particular attention given to the role of LT Synergy, the Cypriot partner of the initiative. The project aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in integrating Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria into their business activities and corporate strategies.
During the interview, Mary Papamiltiades, representative of LT Synergy, explained the motivations behind the organisation’s participation in the project, emphasising its strong alignment with the European Union and Council of Europe sustainability priorities, including the objectives set for 2030.
The mission of ESG Essentials is to equip SMEs with practical tools and methodologies to support sustainable growth. This is achieved through an approach based on targeted investments, the adoption of ESG practices and the integration of sustainability principles into operational policies. According to Mary Papamiltiades, this holistic approach aims to transform businesses into truly sustainable organisations.
One of the main challenges addressed by the project concerns the difficulties SMEs face in applying ESG principles, often due to limited resources or lack of expertise. In response, ESG Essentials offers a tailored training and support programme designed to bridge these gaps and facilitate effective ESG implementation.
The meeting highlighted the strategic rationale behind the partnership and outlined the direction of the project, which will be further developed during the upcoming phases of implementation.
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/LUnNfUsWcXI?si=xU5grvBT80IjgT5O
