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The concept of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has become a cornerstone in modern business practices, particularly within industries that have a significant impact on the environment and society, such as the oil and gas sector. A recent court case that has drawn attention to the intricate relationship between ESG principles and legal liability is the concept of "helper's liability in tort." This legal principle pertains to the responsibility of parties who aid or contribute to the harm caused by another entity, a concept that is increasingly relevant in the context of complex industrial operations. In the landmark case of Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, the Supreme Court overturned the long-standing Chevron deference, which has profound implications for regulatory agencies' rulemaking abilities, especially concerning environmental and ESG regulations. This decision underscores the evolving legal landscape where companies in the oil and gas industry...

  Illegal mining, known as galamsey , remains one of Ghana's most pressing environmental and social challenges. Just as inflation figures are announced monthly by the Ghana Statistical Service and exchange rates are reported by the Bank of Ghana, other government organizations must also declare their performance on galamsey . These reports will provide the transparency needed to assess the real-time progress in tackling this national crisis. By holding each institution accountable through the regular publication of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), the next government can drive significant progress in eradicating galamsey . Below is a proposed framework detailing the monthly KPIs each relevant state organization should report to ensure transparency and progress in combating illegal mining. 1. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Monthly KPI : Publish water quality reports for all major water bodies, air quality, and noise levels. The EPA should release monthly reports detai...