The aim of this research is to investigate the extent to which megaprojects have aligned to ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) principles and to study how can the execution / delivery processes of megaprojects aligned with ESG principles?

As these projects have a long-term impact on society and the environment, it is becoming increasingly important that they embrace ESG principles.‘Environmental, social and governance (ESG) is a set of standards for how a company operates in regard to the planet and its people. ESG is important because socially conscious investors now use ESG criteria to screen potential investments. Environmental criteria examine how a company performs as a steward of the planet. Social criteria examine how a company manages relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and the communities where it operates. Governance defines a set of rules and best practices, along with a series of processes that determine how an organisation is managed and controlled. (https://www.thecorporategovernanceinstitute.com/insights/news-analysis/what-is-esg-and-why-is-it-important/)

1.Define and contextualize what ESG principles mean to respondents;

2. Establish the current state of development, alignment and integration of ESG principles in the delivery of megaprojects for each respondent;

3. Identify related issues;

4. Identify the factors that facilitate or hinder the alignment and integration of ESG principles in the delivery of megaprojects;

5. Identify possible solutions and levers of action to improve the current situation.