A mindset shift in government—one in which governments realize and embrace their leadership in ESG across their many roles—can serve as a catalyst for the success of the overall ESG movement and governments’ own modernization and transformation efforts. Governments must lead by example and take advantage of a burning platform to “do well by doing good.” Environmental, Social, and Governance: Government leadership as a catalyst for success 16 © 2022 KPMG LLP, a Delaware limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International Limited, a private English company limited by guarantee. All rights reserved.