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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 […]
Value Creation Through Sustainability: Beyond Compliance and Reporting
In recent years, the ESG landscape has undergone a significant shift. No longer confined to check-the-box compliance, sustainability has emerged as a key lever for strategic value creation. While new regulations—from the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) to SEC’s Climate-Related Disclosure Framework —continue to drive mandatory disclosures, leading companies are reframing sustainability not as […]
The Most Effective Way to Align with the Three Key ESG Standards and Frameworks: ESRS, IFRS, and GRI
In today’s fast-evolving business environment, ESG reporting is no longer optional — it’s an expectation. Market conditions shaped by economic uncertainty, climate risk, regulatory shifts, and changing stakeholder values have led to a surge in global ESG disclosure requirements. At the heart of this landscape are three major frameworks shaping sustainability reporting across jurisdictions and […]
The ECB’s 2025 Sustainability Opinion: Balancing Transparency & Risk Management
The ECB Steps into the Sustainability Governance Dialogue On May 8, 2025, the European Central Bank (ECB) issued ECB’s 2025 Sustainability Opinion (ECB/2025/10), a landmark statement on two key European Commission proposals aimed at postponing and amending the EU’s sustainability reporting and due diligence directives—namely the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability […]
EU Delays Key Sustainability Directives
What It Means for Businesses and the Future of ESG Reporting In a significant move earlier this year, the European Parliament voted to approve the European Commission’s proposal to delay the application of two key sustainability regulations: the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD). This decision, which follows […]
EU’s 2040 Climate Target
Global Carbon Credits—A Strategic Pivot or a Risky Retreat? As the EU moves toward its 2040 climate goal—a 90% cut in emissions from 1990 levels—a new debate is emerging: Should international carbon credits be allowed? The European Commission is considering a major policy shift. It may let member states use global carbon credits to offset […]
7 Steps to Responsible ESG Communication for European Companies
In today’s business landscape, responsible ESG communication is paramount for European companies. With the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), organizations are now mandated to disclose their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices transparently. This guide outlines seven essential steps to ensure effective and credible ESG communication, helping companies navigate the complexities of […]