The next generation of business leaders can play a vital role in speeding up progress on sustainability, according to author and leadership expert Clarke Murphy.

Businesses need to tap into the energy and commitment of leaders who left business school 5-12 years ago, Murphy says in this IMD Book Club discussion on his new book Sustainable Leadership, led by IMD Professor of Finance Salvatore Cantale.

Younger executives often have the best understanding of sustainability issues and are keen to drive initiatives in their companies, but CEOs are currently not getting enough input from them, Murphy argues.