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The Latest Suggested Positions for CSRD and CSDDD legislations from European Parliament
A New Phase in EU Sustainability Legislation The European Parliament CSRD CSDDD updates introduced through the Omnibus I Directive mark a turning point in the evolution of EU sustainability regulation. While attention earlier in 2025 focused on the Stop-the-Clock Directive, the Parliament’s new position offers targeted improvements to CSRD and CSDDD aimed at increasing clarity, […]
Why Canadian ESG Training Matters: Inside CSE’s 2025 Success
Canadian ESG Training Success in 2025 The year 2025 was one of the most impactful periods in the Centre for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE)’s 20-year history, particularly across Canada. With updates to the Canadian Sustainability Standards Board (CSSB), federal climate disclosure expectations, and strengthened provincial environmental regulations, Canadian organizations are increasingly seeking credible, practical ESG […]
How 2025 Became a Landmark Year for US Sustainability Training
Why 2025 Was a Breakthrough Year for CSE’s US Programs The year 2025 marked one of the most successful periods in the 20-year history of the Centre for Sustainability & Excellence (CSE). Our U.S. Certified Sustainability Practitioner Programs held in February, June, and October, and throughout the fall reached record participation, stronger engagement, and outstanding […]
California Climate Rules: What Companies Must Do No
Introduction to California SB-253 and Why It Matters California changed the national conversation on climate transparency through SB-253, the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act. This law introduces one of the strongest emissions disclosure frameworks in the United States. It affects thousands of companies that do business in California, even if they have no physical presence […]
EU Sustainability Reporting 2025: What Changes and How to Prepare
In 2025, sustainability reporting in the European Union is undergoing a major shift, driven by a coordinated effort to reduce administrative complexity while preserving essential safeguards. Following the recent vote in the European Parliament, the regulatory landscape for ESG disclosure is set to change significantly, with a strong emphasis on proportionality and targeted impact. On […]
Why the EU Sustainability Reporting Omnibus Is a Turning Point for ESG Professionals
In February 2025, the European Commission introduced the Omnibus I package, a pivotal regulatory reform aimed at streamlining the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and related frameworks. Designed to balance reporting burdens with transparency, the Omnibus I signals a shift, not just in regulation, but in the strategic role ESG professionals must now play. With […]
4 Myths About CSRD—and the Truth Every Business Needs to Know
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is not just another EU regulation—it is reshaping the way businesses approach transparency, accountability, and ESG reporting. With the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), CSRD sets the most ambitious global framework for corporate sustainability disclosures despite the Omnibus changes. But even as deadlines approach, there are misconceptions from executives […]
Navigating the Unique Opportunities for ESG Advisors under CSRD and CSDD
Over the last two years, debate around Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies has intensified. While ESG remains central to investment and corporate agendas in Europe and Asia, in regions like the United States, the term has become increasingly politicized—leading to what is now widely referred to as the “ESG backlash.” For ESG advisors, consultants, […]
EU Empowers Small Businesses with New Sustainability Reporting Standard
Brussels, August 2025 — In a landmark move for sustainability in the business sector, the European Commission has officially adopted a new Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME). Designed specifically for micro-, small-, and medium-sized enterprises, this standard aims to simplify environmental, social, and governance (ESG) disclosures while enhancing access to finance and […]
ESRS 2025 Update: What the New EFRAG Proposals Mean for Sustainability Reporting
In June 2025, EFRAG unveiled proposals to simplify the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), aiming to cut mandatory data points by 50%. For companies, especially SMEs and resource-constrained organizations, this marks a potential turning point in how sustainability reporting is done — less about ticking boxes, more about delivering real insights. Big changes are […]