The ESG agenda is becoming central to business philosophy, not least in the remote gaming industry. ESG, which stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, is a framework used to assess a company's sustainability across these three key pillars and has the potential to unlock substantial business value. Today, key stakeholders, including investors, employees, consumers, and regulators, expect remote gaming companies to transform their operations towards sustainability. Many operators are already making significant progress in addressing ESG-related issues. To support this goal, the Malta Gaming Authority recently established the to help guide and standardise ESG reporting by remote gaming companies.
To further highlight the industry鈥檚 achievements in ESG and inform future initiatives while ensuring stakeholder expectations are met, 乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网 Malta鈥檚 Gaming and ESG teams have partnered with sustainability leaders from some of the world鈥檚 major remote gaming operators and suppliers to establish the ESG in Gaming Roundtable. The roundtable, a world-first for the industry, provides a safe space for transparent industry collaboration and co-creation, with the leaders considered to be 鈥榝ounding members鈥� alongside 乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网.
A recent gathering for the Roundtable was held at 乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网 Malta鈥檚 offices, aiming to strengthen relationships between some of the founding members (pictured), share best practices, and address existing challenges. The event commenced with an informal keynote speech by Rachel Decelis, the ESG lead at 乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网 Malta, setting the tone for the session. Two presentations and discussions followed, each addressing critical aspects of ESG implementation.
Pictured, left to right: Jake Vella (乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网), Evandro Martos Da Silva (Rootz), Mia Nordlander (Kambi Group), Rachel Decelis (乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网), Sara Marston (乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网), Federico Quaratesi (乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网), Gemma Edward (GiG), Russell Mifsud (乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网), Anastasios Dagkos (Aristocrat), Vanessa Arenram (Play鈥榥 GO), Jonna Danlund (Betsson Group).
The first presentation, delivered by Kia Klavenes, Head of ESG Strategy and Transformation at 乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网 Nordics, addressed the most pressing challenges and misconceptions surrounding ESG strategy implementation. The second presentation focused on the fundamentals of carbon accounting, outlining methods for accurately calculating and reporting greenhouse gas emissions and setting decarbonisation targets. Two sustainability leaders in gaming also shared their journey in this regard. These presentations facilitated dynamic discussions on vital ESG issues among attendees.
Sara Marston and Federico Quaratesi, ESG Advisors at 乐鱼（Leyu）体育官网 Malta, delivering the second presentation focused on the fundamentals of carbon accounting.
Going forward, the collective ambition for the ESG in Gaming Roundtable is to serve as an inspiration for sustainability in an ever-growing gaming industry and to support sustainability leaders within the gaming space to achieve their ESG objectives.
As we stand at the forefront of the online gambling industry, we find ourselves at a pivotal crossroad. The choices we make today will not only define the future of our businesses but will also determine the sustainability of the industry at large. I believe we have a unique opportunity - and a profound responsibility - to lead with purpose, to innovate with integrity, and to operate with transparency.
