Percepção dos funcionários sobre ESG e ODS em uma empresa metalmecânica multinacional

Abstract

Organizations have shown a growing interest in social and environmental issues, expanding their scope of concerns beyond simple profit maximization for shareholders. Terms like ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) have become integral parts of corporate agendas, reflecting their increasing awareness of sustainability and social responsibility. This study aimed to analyze the perception of employees in a metallurgical industry located in the Serra Gaúcha region regarding the company's initiatives related to the SDGs and to propose actions to enhance this situation. To make this possible, a data collection instrument was developed and 315 employees from the production and administrative areas, covering all three shifts, participated in the research. The methodology adopted in this study was action research, characterized by the integration of research and practical intervention. Through this method, the results obtained are being used as a basis for the development and implementation of actions aimed at improving organizational processes. By adopting action research, the aim was not only to understand organizational reality but also to promote effective and sustainable changes in practice. The completion of this study is relevant not only to the specific metallurgical industry but also to the broader field of sustainable business management. It presents a framework that can be utilized by other organizations, and the identified actions can serve as a basis for others to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by organizations in pursuit of sustainability. Additionally, by proposing and implementing concrete actions to improve the situation, the study reveals on practical and applicable measures to promote positive changes and align organizational practices with the principles of sustainability and corporate social responsibility. [resumo fornecido pelo autor]