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Double Materiality Elevating Sustainability Reporting under CSRD
As businesses prepare to meet the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requirements, one concept has taken center stage: double materiality. This approach is pivotal for organizations to understand, prioritize, and report on their ESG impacts while addressing financial risks and opportunities. But what exactly does double materiality entail, and how can companies ensure […]
4 Essential Steps for CSRD Implementation
The European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) marks a significant evolution in sustainability reporting, mandating companies to provide comprehensive insights into their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts. The Center for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE), for more than 19 years, has been helping professionals advance their careers through our certified live, online and group […]
Biofuels and Hydrogen in Shipping & Logistics: Preparing ESG Teams for a Sustainable Energy Transition
The global transition towards sustainable energy reshapes the Transportation, Logistics, and Shipping industries. With strict climate targets like the European Green Deal and increasing pressure to combat climate change, these sectors are seeking alternative fuels to cut greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions drastically. Among the myriad of emerging technologies, biofuels and hydrogen stand out as promising […]
Why Training on CSRD Is Important for Various Departments
Training on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is crucial for ensuring compliance and leveraging sustainability as a strategic advantage. CSE has an ambitious agenda for 2025, aiming to continue driving corporate sustainability on a global scale. We are closing 2024 on a high note by introducing the third cohort of CSE’s Advanced Certified Sustainability […]
Why Invest in GRI Standards for Sustainable Performance?
In an era where transparency and accountability are paramount, businesses are under pressure to disclose their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices with clarity and precision. The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards have emerged as a leading framework for companies seeking to enhance their sustainability reporting and strengthen their corporate accountability. This blog explores the […]
West Coast – Diversity and Inclusion: The Overlooked ‘S’ in ESG
Thus, When we discuss Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks, attention often centers on environmental issues and governance structures. Yet, the ‘S’—the social component of ESG—is equally crucial, particularly in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). For West Coast companies that lead in innovation, DEI offers a way to strengthen their ESG efforts by creating inclusive […]
What to Expect from Digital Sustainability Training (Part 2 in our series)
What to Expect: Theory versus Practice Why devote time to take a three-day Digital Sustainability Training? You can probably take a course at a local University, or even a degree. A quick glance indicates Higher Ed is teaching about the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). And, the often-huge campuses certainly have at least one course […]
Navigating ESG Reporting Challenges in 2024: Key Insights and Strategies for Success
Companies face mounting pressure to demonstrate transparency and commitment to sustainability but also encounter significant hurdles in the ESG reporting landscape. What are the top ESG reporting challenges for 2024? Which companies must be particularly vigilant, and which strategies overcome the obstacles? Top ESG Reporting Challenges in 2024 1. The Data Gap The Problem: Many […]
Unlock the Benefits of the New GRI Standards on ESG Reporting
How ESG reporting is creating a competitive advantage for businesses The EU has recognized the importance of sustainability reporting and disclosure and is currently developing new reporting standards for companies operating within the region. The proposed EU standards are intended to align with existing reporting frameworks, including the GRI Standards. The new GRI standards aim […]
The Future of Sustainability Reporting
Since the consolidation of SASB and TCFD under the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), these standards, along with GRI, are forming the baseline for non-financial disclosures. SASB and GRI already garner the most popularity for impact reporting, but critics argue that even if these standards were adopted by all organizations and they were able to […]