National Agencies Research Articles

A retrospective study on whelping seasonality of the Cirneco dell’Etna dog in Sicily, Italy

ABSTRACT Previous to this study, there is no data relating to the reproductive physiology of the Cirneco dell’Etna breed. The birth date of 141 bitches and 104 sires registered at the National Agency of the Italian Kennel Club (ENCI) from all Sicilian breeders, and data related their fertile matings, which produced 266 whelps over a 14-year period, (2009–2022) were collected. Total whelping produced 1069 pups. The mean bitch age at first whelping was 39.13 ± 21.7 months and the mean litter size was 3.84 ± 2.08. The birth period of the bitches and sires was significantly influenced by the month of the year (p < 0.01), as was the distribution of the first (p < 0.05) and subsequent whelping periods (p < 0.01). Whelping distributions show a significant difference between the highest peak in April (which roughly corresponds to a period of heat in February) and in July (which roughly corresponds to a period of heat in May) and the lowest peak in March. No influence of month on litter size and sex ratio was found. Available data suggests that some ancient breeds such as the Cirneco dell’Etna may show seasonal patterns as a vestige of the stricter seasonality of its closest relative the wolf.

The Activities of Ritual Killings and the Responses of National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) in Fighting Cross Border Human Trafficking in Nigeria

Ritual killings, linked with the complex web of cross-border human trafficking, represent a grim reality in Nigeria's socio-political landscape. This study delves into the nexus between these phenomena, unveiling their interconnectedness and the profound implications for individuals and society at large. Trafficked individuals have overtime been ensnared in clandestine networks of exploitation, become unwitting victims of ritualistic practices aimed at appeasing occult beliefs or fulfilling nefarious agendas. The intricate dynamics of cross-border trafficking exacerbate the vulnerability of victims, facilitating their exploitation and eventual victimization in ritual killings. This study therefore examined the activities of ritual killings, the causes, the efforts and the challenges of National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) in fighting cross border human trafficking in Nigeria. The study is premised on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and the Routine Activity Theories. Using a mixed research method and survey design, the primary and secondary data collected were subjected to both quantitative and qualitative analysis. The causes of human trafficking were identified to range from political, cultural to social factors. The efforts of the NAPTIP were discovered to include investigation, arrest and prosecution, integration and rehabilitation while the challenges of NAPTIP were also noted to range from poor resource funding, lack of interagency cooperation and poor intelligence gathering. The study therefore recommends that there should be an interconnected activities in improving the status of NAPTIP in combatting cross border human trafficking in Nigeria.

Co-Product of Pracaxi Seeds: Quantification of Epicatechin by HPLC-DAD and Microencapsulation of the Extract by Spray Drying

In the industrial processing of fruits, co-products are generated, which are often not used. The pracaxi co-product, obtained by cold pressing its seeds, contains phenolic compounds with antioxidant activity, which in this work were extracted and microencapsulated by spray drying. The pracaxi extract was characterized by Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC-DAD), and its antioxidant activity was quantified by the ABTS and DPPH assays. Total polyphenol and flavonoid contents in the extract and microparticles were determined by UV-Vis spectrophotometry. Microparticles were then characterized regarding their moisture content, morphology (by scanning electron microscopy), size, polydispersity index and zeta potential. The FTIR spectra revealed functional groups that may be related to phenolic compounds. The extract showed good antioxidant activity according to both selected assays, while the HPLC-DAD analysis evidenced epicatechin as the main compound, whose content was quantified and validated according to the guidelines of recognized national and international agencies. The total polyphenol contents were 20.61 ± 0.20 mg gallic acid equivalent (GAE)/g in the extract and 18.48 ± 0.10 mg GAE/g in the microparticles, while the total flavonoid contents were 28.29 ± 0.70 mg quercetin equivalent (QE)/g and 13.73 ± 0.10 mg QE/g, respectively. Microparticles had a low moisture content, spherical shape, size less than 1 μm and negative zeta potential. Furthermore, they were able to satisfactorily retain phenolic compounds, although in a smaller amount compared to the extract due to small losses resulting from degradation during the drying process. These results, taken as a whole, demonstrate that the pracaxi co-product can be a promising candidate in obtaining products of interest for the cosmetic and food sectors by aiming to exploit its antioxidant activity.

National-authority-endorsed privatisation of teachers’ continuing professional development in Sweden

ABSTRACT This article reveals national-authority-endorsed privatisation of teachers’ continuing professional development (CPD) in the wake of a shift towards more centralised national interventions in Swedish schools. Drawing on data from the Collaboration for Best School (CBS) initiative, the context of the article is a recent state programme that encourages underperforming schools to collaborate with the Swedish National Agency for Education (SNAE) to raise students’ achievement standards and thereby increase equality within and between schools. Guided by meta-governance theory, our analysis revealed that SNAE operates as a meta-governor on behalf of the state to replace university researchers as CPD providers with specific private-sector actors. The results provide evidence of SNAE-enabled substitution processes through three network governance strategies: 1) hidden and authorised substitution, 2) trust building and hybrid participation, and 3) collective reproduction and solutionism. Taken together, these governance strategies reflect national-authority-endorsed privatisation in action, suggesting that SNAE primarily operates as an ideology-driven conduit for private economic interests. The article concludes with a call for new collaborative and autonomous implementation strategies for teachers’ CPD that can further the interests of the teaching profession.

The Influence of Career Development, Job Loyalty and Employee Welfare on Employee Performance in National Unity and Political Agencies in South Minahasa

This research aims to determine the influence of career development, job loyalty and Employee Welfare on employee performance at the National Unity and Political Agency of South Minahasa. This research uses quantitative and associative methods. The sampling technique in this research used saturated samples. Data collection in this research used a questionnaire distributed to 35 respondents who were KESBANGPOL Agency employees. The results show that career development, job loyalty and employee welfare simultaneously have a significant effect on the performance of employees of the National Unity and Political Agency of South Minahasa. Career development partially and significantly influences the performance of employees of the South Minahasa National and Political Unity Agency. Job loyalty partially and significantly influences the performance of employees of the National Unity and Political Agency of South Minahasa. Employee welfare partially and significantly influences the performance of employees of the National Unity and Political Agency of South Minahasa. It can be concluded that Career Development, Job Loyalty and Employee Welfare simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on the performance of employees of the South Minahasa National and Political Unity Agency, while the variables of career development, job loyalty and employee welfare partially have a positive and significant effect on the performance of National Unity and Political Agency employees. South Minahasa Politics. For the National Unity and Political Agency of South Minahasa, the variables of career development, job loyalty, and employee welfare have been proven to influence employee performance

Impact of goal congruence on higher education institutions’ performance quality

PurposeIn India, national accreditation agencies stipulate that internal quality control in higher education institutions (HEIs) is to be institutionalized through internal quality assurance cells that are responsible for implementing and controlling quality systems. As the concept of goal congruence is central to a control process, this study aims to examine whether goal congruence is observed in such institutions. The impact of the absence of goal congruence on the quality of performance in higher education was also examined.Design/methodology/approachThis cross-sectional study measured the impact of goal congruence or the lack thereof on the performance quality of HEIs as defined in the evaluation criteria of the apex accreditation agency, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council. Two hypotheses were tested using t-tests and regression analysis. Focus group discussions were conducted to elicit participants’ suggestions.FindingsThe results showed a lack of goal congruence between HEIs’ quality goals and their faculty’s personal goals, which adversely impacts the quality of their performance, as indicated by an average disagreement of 81% on a ten-statement scale. Goal congruence as an independent variable explained 63% of the variability in HEIs’ performance quality, and the results were statistically significant, indicating that lack of goal congruence is an important contributor to poor performance among HEIs.Originality/valueAccreditation of HEIs is a global practice; hence, the findings of this study and the importance of goal congruence apply not only to India but also to HEIs globally.

Bienestar subjetivo, agenda pública y mejores políticas gubernamentales

This article summarizes and updates information on subjective well-being and its role in the public agenda, design, and evaluation of public policies including its definition, measurement, main findings reported in the literature, and its use in the design-evaluation of public policies and introduction into government agendas. A narrative literature review was conducted, its results show that subjective well-being is a tool used to guide public action in developed countries; however, in Latin America, knowledge about it and its role in government is new and fragmented. In some countries, progress has been made by constant measurement through the national statistical agencies, but its incorporation into government performance is scarce.

Advancing Toxicity Predictions: A Review on in Vitro to in Vivo Extrapolation in Next-Generation Risk Assessment.

As a key step in next-generation risk assessment (NGRA), in vitro to in vivo extrapolation (IVIVE) aims to mobilize a mechanism-based understanding of toxicology to translate bioactive chemical concentrations obtained from in vitro assays to corresponding exposures likely to induce bioactivity in vivo. This conversion can be achieved via physiologically-based toxicokinetic (PBTK) models and machine learning (ML) algorithms. The last 5 years have witnessed a period of rapid development in IVIVE, with the number of IVIVE-related publications increasing annually. This Review aims to (1) provide a comprehensive overview of the origin of IVIVE and initiatives undertaken by multiple national agencies to promote its development; (2) compile and sort out IVIVE-related publications and perform a clustering analysis of their high-frequency keywords to capture key research hotspots; (3) comprehensively review PBTK and ML model-based IVIVE studies published in the last 5 years to understand the research directions and methodology developments; and (4) propose future perspectives for IVIVE from two aspects: expanding the scope of application and integrating new technologies. The former includes focusing on metabolite toxicity, conducting IVIVE studies on susceptible populations, advancing ML-based quantitative IVIVE models, and extending research to ecological effects. The latter includes combining systems biology, multiomics, and adverse outcome networks with IVIVE, aiming at a more microscopic, mechanistic, and comprehensive toxicity prediction. This Review highlights the important value of IVIVE in NGRA, with the goal of providing confidence for its routine use in chemical prioritization, hazard assessment, and regulatory decision making.

Environmental factors and daily suicides: a time series analysis

Background This study investigated the association between weather, air pollution, and suicide risk in Sousse. Methods A two-time series analysis examined suicide cases recorded in the forensic service of Farhat Hached University Hospital of Sousse, confirmed by autopsy, over seven years (2010-2016). Climate data were retrieved from the Monastir-Airport weather station, and air pollution data were obtained from the National Agency for Environmental Protection’s modelling platform. Results During the study period, 118 suicides were recorded, with the highest number (19.5%) occurring in 2012. Multiple binary logistic regression analysis revealed that autumn and a decline in NH3 were independently associated with a decreased risk of suicide (p=0.045; ORa: 0.57 CI95% [0.33-0.98], p= 0.009; ORa: 0.24 CI95% [0.08-0.71], respectively). Conversely, a 1 ppm increase in PM10 was associated with a 2.5% increase in suicide risk (p&lt;10-3; ORa: 1.02 CI95% [1.01-1.03]). Conclusions Environmental factors, including seasonality and air quality, may provide valuable insights into suicide risks. Understanding the influence of these factors may have implications in preventive strategies.

The Dataveillance and Care in Teachers’ Work with Early Warning Systems

It has now become a widespread practice in both public and private organisations to analyse data collected through digital systems and tools. Datafication in schools has resulted in additional work tasks for teachers and an increased level of accountability on their part. One of these data-work-related tasks of teachers is to proactively recognize students who may be at risk of dropping out of school and help them. Machine learning holds significant promise in the creation of advanced early warning systems (EWS) for predicting such student dropouts. Such systems are in line with a positive discourse supporting teachers’ effective decision making and a deeper understanding of student behaviour. In contrast, critical scholars raise concerns about the impact of data-driven practices in education on the teaching profession. This study adds to this body of literature by exploring how teachers are regulated by and regulating EWS as part of their work practice.In this study as part of a larger working life funded project, we focus on one digital tool used in Swedish upper secondary schools called StudyBee, integrated with Google Classroom and connected to the Swedish National Agency for Education. We conducted a combination of ethnographic methods such as desktop research of application’s website and social media posts to gain a deeper knowledge on the StudyBee’s Graphical User Interface, interviews with teachers and principals, as well as go-alongs with teachers to understand their interactions with EWSs. Based on Decuypere’s (2021) topological framework, we analyse what is happening on, with, behind, and beyond EWS.To argue that teacher work is shaped by accountability mechanisms, we use a critical perspective on teacher work within the digital platform/accountability discourse, aiming to reveal underlying power dynamics. We apply the concept of dataveillance (datafied surveillance, Clarke in Lyon, 2022) to illustrate how power operates, encouraging teachers to self-regulate in alignment with school accountability. Furthermore, we utilize the concept of care (Zakharova &amp; Jarke, 2022) to understand technology-related aspects and care for students.

Inability to start or complete upper secondary school strongly predicts unemployment and psychosocial and psychiatric adversities - A register-based follow-up study from southwestern Sweden.

To study academic, social and psychiatric outcomes among adults in the general population in southwestern Sweden. Groups of individuals born in 1998 and ineligible, eligible but not completed, and eligible and completed upper secondary school were followed in 2020. Data were retrieved from Statistics Sweden, the Swedish National Agency for Education, the Longitudinal Integrated Database for Health Insurance and Labour Market Studies, the Swedish National Crime Register and the National Patient Register. The four adverse outcomes neither engaging in post-secondary studies nor having a regular salary, needing social benefits, having any criminal conviction, and having a psychiatric disorder at age ≥16 were examined. Of the final sample of 2706 individuals who had attended 9th grade of compulsory school in 2014, 273 (10%) were ineligible for upper secondary school. Of eligible individuals, 82 (3%) never started, 282 (10%) did not complete and 2065 (77%) completed upper secondary school. Compared with completers, the odds ratios for adverse outcomes were markedly increased for all other groups up to 22 years old. Inability to start or complete upper secondary school strongly predicted unemployment and psychosocial and psychiatric adversities. School authorities should consider offering vocational programmes post compulsory school without grade restrictions.

Attitudes, experience and practice about adverse drug reactions of dentists in republic of North Macedonia

Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are possible with any medication that is prescribed or administered in the dental office. Evaluating the knowledge, attitudes, and practice of healthcare providers regarding pharmacovigilance and ADRs reporting can help to devise strategies for improving reporting schemes to ensure patients’ safety. The aim of this study was to investigate the attitudes, experience and practice about ADRs reporting of dentists in Republic of North Macedonia. This study included 100 dentists employed in public and private healthcare institutions in the city of Skopje. The research was conducted using an anonymous survey questionnaire intended for healthcare professionals. Our results showed that 60% of dentists responded positively, that is, that it is necessary to report ADRs, 70% of the respondents responded positively, that healthcare professionals need to be familiar with the pharmacovigilance system. 45% of dentists declared that they have observed ADRs in their patients, and only 16% reported them. 64.45% of registered ADRs are unreported by dentists, and the main factor that discourages them is the difficulty in determining whether they are ADRs or not. This study showed that majority of the dentists had positive attitude towards pharmacovigilance, and that they understand the need for ADRs reporting, but the rate of reported ADRs is very low. Greater implementation of the pharmacovigilance system and cooperation between universities, dentists, patients, manufacturers, the government and national agencies, the media, the civil society and the international organizations working on drug safety is needed.

Can process intensification of liquefaction technology for LNG and LH2 accelerate adoption for transportation use?

One of the reasons gaseous fuels, methane, and hydrogen, are renewable and sustainable replacements for traditional liquid hydrocarbon-based transportation fuels is their small carbon footprint. Global awareness of the immediate need to address impacts of emissions from transportation energy use has emphasized urgency of changes from business as usual. However, the transition from existing fuels to new fuels is complex because fuel usage is huge, and so many variables influence the rate of adoption. When one reads excellent energy outlooks of major energy companies, data driven reports of international and national energy agencies, along with thoughtful studies of the water, energy, food nexus, the systemic complexities are daunting. Marchetti’s insightful numerical modeling of the rate of transition among different energy sources over the past two centuries with credible validation from recorded usage data shows the time scale for appreciable changes among energy systems is several decades. A further important observation of Marchetti’s work is that transitions among energy sources were and are driven by substitution of superior technology rather than by depletion of prevalent sources. These observations incentivize developments of more efficient, less expensive, robust, scalable methods of production, liquefaction, storage, transport, delivery, and dispensing of hydrogen and natural gas to accelerate adoption by transportation customers. This paper presents a few examples of process intensification in advanced liquefiers for LNG and LH2 at the same location could reduce capital costs, energy costs, and footprints of different sized liquefiers. These combinations could help address gaps in existing technology for several essential needs such as liquefiers for heavy-duty vehicle refueling stations or marine vessel bunkering systems, or refrigerators for storage tank boil-off management systems. Modular, containerized liquefiers plants with several tonne/day capacity could be scaled by interconnecting multiple units to make small industrial plants that match localized fuel demands from distributed mobile users.

The application of fertilizer subsidies in the context of coffee plantations in Pollung Sub-District, Humbang Hasundutan District, North Sumatra Province

This study aims to evaluate the application of fertilizer subsidies used by coffee farmers in the Humbang Hasundutan Regency. The research method used was qualitative. Three people became informants in this study, and data were collected through qualitative interviews. The results showed that coffee farmers in the Humbang Hasundutan District received high-quality subsidized fertilizer. However, there are some cases where fertilizer distribution is inadequate. For example, (1) the application of the type of fertilizer provided is good because farmers can apply for orders according to their needs in developing coffee farming, (2) the application of the amount of fertilizer distributed is also good because it is by the land area used by farmers, (3) but the application of fertilizer prices is not good because farmers have to pay additional costs that cause fertilizer prices to exceed the Highest Retail Price (HET), and (4) the distribution of fertilizer is not good because it often experiences delays. Thus, the government has a vital role in making national policies, local governments, agricultural agencies, and fertilizer producers or distributors in implementing and distributing fertilizer subsidies for coffee farmers in the Humbang Hasundutan Regency.

Konsolidasi Tanah terhadap Relokasi Korban Pasca Erupsi Gunung Semeru 2021 dalam Kerangka Kepastian Hukum Hak Atas Tanah

As the year 2021 came to a close, Mount Semeru, which is situated in the Malang and Lumajang districts, erupted, bringing with it hot clouds and lava avalanches that destroyed nearby homes and property, erasing the lines separating the land owned by the locals. Normative-empirical legal research was the research methodology utilised to complete this thesis. The socio-legal approach, the statute approach, and the conceptual approach are the three methods used in this study. All three methods use empirical data from observations and interviews with people to do research. The implementation of land consolidation for relocation following the Semeru eruption, legal certainty regarding land ownership rights for the residential relocation of Mount Semeru eruption victims in 2021, and the idea of land consolidation for the relocation of Semeru eruption victims are the main areas of concern in this research. The concept of land consolidation is in accordance with the regulations of the Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/head of the national land agency of the Republic of Indonesia number 12 of 2019 regarding land consolidation. As a consequence of land consolidation, the findings of this study will guarantee that the land rights of those affected by the Mount Semeru eruption are legally guaranteed.

Risk Factor Analysis and Sustainability Assessment of AIC Development under Sanctions

The sustainable development of the agro-industrial complex is a priority task and a factor in ensuring food security in Russia. The relevance of the study is due to the lack of transparency and limited existing ratings of agribusiness companies, the lack of consideration of the impact of sanctions, their consequences and the ability of companies to promptly reconfigure their business models. In this regard, the purpose of the study was to form a methodology for assessing the sustainability of the development of agribusiness companies in modern conditions. The presented methodology is based on the principles of prioritizing the impact of sustainable development criteria on competitive opportunities; availability of accessible information, its regularity and understandability for users; using the risk factor approach as a navigator for assessing competitive positions. The research methodology is based on an industry approach, followed by an assessment of the impact of identified risk factors on trends in production indicators, market share dynamics, efficiency of operating, financial and investment activities, and business development rates. To visualize the results, the method of constructing competitiveness polygons was used, which provides a clear assessment of the competitive advantages and management abilities of companies to quickly adapt to changing market conditions. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the development of a situational approach to assessing the sustainability of the development of agribusiness companies, based on the impact of identified industry risk factors on business performance. Approbation of the methodology was carried out on the companies, which are participants in the credit ratings for the agro-industrial complex sector of national rating agencies accredited by the Bank of Russia. The theoretical significance of the study lies in the development and adaptation of the methodology of sectoral analysis to the specifics and needs of the agro-industrial complex for the purpose of its sustainable development. The practical results are of value to the Ministry of Agriculture and private investors interested in an independent assessment of companies in order to minimize the risks of investing in sustainable development projects.

Carbon dioxide emissions, population, foreign direct investment, and renewable energy nexus: New insights from Thailand

This study investigates the multifaceted interplay between carbon dioxide emissions, population dynamics, foreign direct investment (FDI), and renewable energy (RE) within the unique context of Thailand. Amidst rapid economic growth and urbanization, Thailand faces pressing environmental challenges, making it an ideal case study for understanding the complex relationships between these variables. As a nation experiencing rapid economic growth and urbanization, Thailand provides a compelling case study for understanding the complex relationships between these variables. The paper uses the unrestricted random panel data method. Data is gathered from the World Bank from 2000 to 2022. The research addresses several critical issues using a mixed-methods approach and drawing data from national statistical agencies and environmental databases. The paper's primary objective is to explore how population dynamics, FDI, and RE adoption influence carbon emissions in Thailand. The rigorous analysis unveils key insights: a positive correlation between population growth and carbon emissions, nuanced relationships between FDI and emissions across sectors, and the significant impact of RE adoption on emissions reduction, particularly in high-emission sectors. This work contributes to the existing literature by offering novel findings and policy recommendations tailored to Thailand's environmental challenges. By addressing identified issues, such as sector-specific emissions patterns and the influence of FDI on emissions, the study provides actionable insights for policymakers striving to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability. Significantly, this manuscript advances the field by emphasizing the need for an integrated approach to environmental policymaking and highlighting the potential of RE as a critical driver of emissions reduction. The study's originality lies in its comprehensive analysis of the intricate nexus between carbon emissions and socio-economic factors within the Thai context. In conclusion, this research underscores the importance of informed environmental policymaking and offers practical implications for fostering sustainable development in Thailand and beyond. By leveraging the innovative insights and recommendations presented in this manuscript, policymakers can navigate the complexities of environmental stewardship while driving positive change towards a greener and more sustainable future.

DETERMINANTS OF THE DIMENSIONS OF FINANCING FOR INVESTMENT PROJECTS TO CREATE JOBS DURING THE PERIOD 2002-2013: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY OF THE NATIONAL AGENCY FOR INVESTMENT DEVELOPMENT IN ALGERIA

The study aims to fix the determinants of the financing dimensions of investment projects completed during the period 2002-2013. The purpose of undertaking these investment projects is to reduce unemployment and create new jobs. The study is purely quantitative after a complete database was obtained for each of the 48 states of Algeria, according to the administrative division in that period, from the National Agency for Investment Development (NAID) in Algeria. The determinants of the dimensions of financing for investment projects were obtained after we used the statistical technique of multiple linear regression analysis. From the perspective of the objective database, the methodology used to analyze the data, and complete transparency in dealing with the research process, we can confirm that the research results are honest and reliable, and the results can be generalized and a strategy for promoting investment in Algeria can be drawn up on a correct basis.

The Effectiveness of Professional Certification National Agency’s Competency Certificate in Supporting A Successful Work World

Tight competition for entering work world requires the prospective workers to master or to have certain skill. The recognition of skill includes not only skill mastered and explained to the prospective service users in the interview, but it needs strong evidence issued by an official institution, in this case National Agency for Professional Certification (Indonesian: Badan Nasional Sertifikasi Profesi or BNSP). This research aims to reveal the recognition and appreciation given by employers or industrial business to BNSP’s competency certificate. In addition, it also aims to reveal the experience of certificate holders and the advantage of BNSP’s competency certificate in entering work world. Data mining was carried out using interview, observation, and documentation. Data analysis was conducted using an interactive method. The result of research shows that the employers and the Industrial World recognize and appreciate well the BNSP’s competency certificate. The companies pay substantial attention to the competency certificate the job applicants have and their placements. However, for certain reason, some companies have not considered competency certificate in personnel placement. In addition, the experience the holders of certificate have related to the advantage of BNSP’s competency certificate in entering into work world indicates varying treatments given by the companies. Some companies perceive that it is necessary to consider competency certificate owned in admitting and placing their employees. Meanwhile, some others have not considered it yet. Even they place the employees not according to their specialty, so that they should attend training first before placement

The Global ESG Stewardship Ecosystem

Institutional investors are increasingly pushing their investee companies to address environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues—a phenomenon commonly called ESG stewardship. Scholars have put forward various reasons for investors’ enthusiasm for ESG stewardship. They include the financial materiality of ESG issues, a desire to appeal to ESG-conscious customers, and the scope for fund operators to charge higher fees for funds that pursue ESG strategies. There is, however, another critical factor at play. ESG stewardship is also underpinned by a transnational development—what this article calls the ‘global ESG stewardship ecosystem’. This global ecosystem is comprised of various ESG-focused actors, including United Nations agencies, institutional investors, investor networks, service providers to institutional investors, and NGOs and activist organizations. These actors operate in a highly networked manner at the transnational level to develop and disseminate norms of ESG stewardship throughout global markets, and encourage and coordinate investors’ ESG stewardship activities on the ground. This article highlights the scale, complexity and influence of the global ESG stewardship ecosystem, revealing it to be a significant facilitator of institutional investors’ ESG stewardship. This insight calls into question important contemporary assumptions and theories about institutional investors, including claims that they are ‘rationally reticent’, under-invest in corporate governance activities, and are incapable of overcoming collective action challenges. The global ESG stewardship ecosystem is also a remarkable example of the transnational influences shaping contemporary corporate governance. The ecosystem underpins the development and dissemination of norms of ESG stewardship and also assists institutional investors to undertake ESG stewardship ‘on the ground’ in the various markets in which they operate. The transnational influence of the ecosystem has important implications for national law makers and regulators who are focused on ESG investing and investor participation in public company corporate governance.