ESG Eco-anxiety and rise of the “climate quitter” pose retention, wellbeing challenges Reporting higher levels of stress, many Gen Zs are willing to leave employers they see as falling short on sustainability iStock.com/Giuseppe Lombardo Image Freya Gilbert Deputy Editor Tuesday 23 June 2026 Eco-anxiety – chronic stress associated with the climate crisis – is emerging as a new workplace risk, with recent research suggesting climate change is having a significant impact on talent retent Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... ESG ILO: Climate change threatens both physical and mental health ESG Spanish government moves goalposts on Sustainable Mobility Act ESG Netherlands implements emissions reporting for commuters ESG California ESG reporting laws survive First Amendment challenge