ESG reports must present facts clearly in both written and visual forms. Often, I reviewed the content and suggested visuals to convey the story more effectively. I created various icons and graphs, evolving from simple bars and circles with callouts to sophisticated pie charts with icons and data. We also improved the map design, transitioning from a cluttered layout to a cleaner, flat map that made the additional content more readable. This iterative process not only enhanced the report’s aesthetic but also its functionality and clarity.

Visual storytelling is a significant aspect of ESG reporting. It presents a challenge but also an exciting opportunity to depict content in a visually pleasing yet accurate manner. This section demonstrates the transformation from the client’s initial submission to a cohesive, visually appealing system that aligns with the desired look and feel. I also created a slide deck to illustrate the extent of our work, helping the client understand where the hours were spent.

Icons play a crucial role in storytelling. On the far right, you can see my visualization of data. I assigned a color to each ESG section: orange for Social, green for Environmental, and maroon for Governance. When creating icons for specific parts of ESG, we used the corresponding color to maintain consistency.