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Business Knowledge and Implementation Centre

We support businesses in understanding EU sustainability legislation and developing best practice to achieve EU and national decarbonisation objectives.
Here, companies, financial institutions, and public authorities can access tools for sustainability reporting, case studies and key resources to facilitate them on their sustainability journey.

Research

Corporate ESG reporting

Following the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), large companies started to report in accordance with the first set of European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) in 2024. Our study provide major insights on challenges and emerging best practices, focusing on:

  • Double materiality assessment
  • Climate transition plans and GHG disclosures
  • Sustainability due diligence
  • Biodiversity and ecosystems

Do not miss the last section with important recommendations for businesses, auditors and policymakers.

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Companies assessed

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Forewords by Amfori President & Eurosif Executive Director

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Section with practical recommendations for companies

Focused analysis of sustainability disclosures by companies mandated to report under the CSRD and ESRS. The findings of the study feed directly into the EU Omnibus proposal to simplify reporting obligations and the review of the first set of standards. 

The research provides key insights on the improvements and challenges identified in the first year of reporting by companies, especially regarding double materiality assessment, climate transition plans and value chain information.

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Sustainable Finance

Assessment of entity-level disclosures of 15 major investors and product-level disclosures of 45 investment funds

Check how influential financial market participants have implemented the transparency requirements of Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). Our study aims to provide key insights to identify areas for improvement, focusing on:

  • the location and infrastructure of disclosures
  • Environmental or Social (E/S) characteristics and sustainable investment objectives 
  • investment methods and exclusions 
  • due diligence and engagement practices  
  • transition planning
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Legal analysis

Stay informed with expert legal analysis and opinions on the evolving landscape of EU sustainability reporting and corporate due diligence. We cover key regulatory developments, policy updates, and practical implications for businesses and policy-makers.

*For regular insights and in-depth discussions, follow the Responsible Companies LinkedIn page and our Frankly Speaking podcast for more regular opinions

Best practice

Learn how leading companies are navigating and reporting on key sustainability matters. We identify, analyse and present specific examples to help companies and users of ESG information understand good disclosure practices, focusing specifically on: 

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Resource Hub

Take a look into our database of useful resources on EU corporate sustainability reporting. This hub is a collection of trustworthy studies, guidance and reports supporting the implementation of the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, as well as other pieces of the sustainable finance and corporate accountability legal framework.

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Frank Bold Advisory

Boost your sustainability reporting with tailored support from Frank Bold Advisory. From ESG tools to carbon footprint analysis, we’ll help you lessen your impact. Contact the team today!

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