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2026 Will Redefine ESG in Europe. Here’s How Winners Are Preparing
Europe is entering a decisive ESG era. Sustainability no longer sits on the sidelines of corporate strategy. According to the Sustainability Radar January 2026, regulatory enforcement across the EU, the UK, and key European markets is accelerating, as climate, supply chain, and disclosure obligations move from policy to practice. For companies operating in the EU, […]
EU Better Regulation Reset 2026: Why ESG Leaders Must Act
Why the EU’s “Better Regulation” Reset Matters for ESG Leaders in 2026 In 2026, the European Union is not stepping back from sustainability regulation. Instead, it is doing something more strategic. It is fixing how regulation works. The EU’s “Better Regulation” reset marks a shift from rapid rulemaking to disciplined execution, oversight, and quality control. […]
How UK SRS Climate Disclosures Will Impact EU ESG Professionals
The UK is entering a decisive new phase of sustainability reporting. In early 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published its long-awaited consultation to introduce UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (UK SRS). From 2027, these standards will replace the UK’s existing TCFD-based disclosure regime for listed companies. At first glance, UK SRS may appear to be […]
How to Implement CSRD and ESRS as a Sustainability Consultant
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is reshaping the sustainability consulting market across Europe. From 2024 onward, thousands of companies must comply with mandatory sustainability reporting under the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). As a result, demand for qualified sustainability consultants and trainers is rising fast. Organizations now need expert support to implement CSRD, conduct […]
Why ESG Consultants Need a Growth Playbook Now
The ESG consulting market has changed materially over the last two years. A structured ESG consulting growth playbook is no longer optional. It is now a prerequisite for scaling with confidence. What once revolved around broad sustainability advice and high-level frameworks has now shifted toward regulatory precision, documented methodologies, and auditable results. Today, clients expect […]
ESRS vs GRI vs IFRS: Which One Will Break Your ESG Strategy?
Why ESRS vs GRI vs IFRS Matters in Europe Across the EU, the UK, the Netherlands, and Ireland, sustainability teams are asking the same question in 2026: Do we report under ESRS, GRI, IFRS S1 and S2, or all three? With regulatory pressure rising and reporting complexity increasing, it’s no surprise that sustainability jobs are […]
What Is CS3D After Omnibus I and Why It Matters in 2026
Introduction to CS3D After Omnibus I The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D) has entered a new phase. In December 2025, the European Parliament adopted the final Omnibus I text, providing long-awaited clarity on the scope, obligations, and timelines of CS3D. With Council approval expected in early 2026, companies now face a stable and enforceable […]
Breaking Down the Business Case for CSRD and ESRS in the U.S. (2026)
If your company sells into Europe, owns EU operations, or funds growth with global capital, EU sustainability disclosure rules can quickly become your “new normal.” Even if your headquarters sits in the United States, your customers, lenders, and business partners may ask for CSRD aligned reporting supported by ESRS disclosures. And in 2026, that request […]
Corporate Sustainability in Europe: 8 ESG Trends Defining 2026 and the Years Ahead
By CSE Research Department Updated: January 2026 Europe’s ESG Reset – From Expansion to Execution Despite headlines about delays, deregulatory sentiment in some member states, and ongoing simplification efforts, Europe’s ESG framework is not being rolled back, it is being recalibrated. As of 2026, the European Union is entering a strategic phase of […]
Why Battery and EV Manufacturing Matters Under ESRS
By CSE research department Battery and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing has become a pillar of Europe’s green industrial strategy and a material topic under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). For companies affected by CSRD, this sector now goes far beyond decarbonisation. It intersects with climate planning, resource efficiency, workforce development, and supply chain governance. […]