Standards to support
ESG reporting

In light of this directive, the standards provide a common framework and language, making it easier for organizations to progress towards ESG objectives and improve the robustness of their sustainability reporting.

By using the standards in ESG reporting, organizations are not only aligning with the requirements of the CRSD, but also building on previous efforts by using these standards as reliable data sources for reporting. In this way, together we are contributing to a more sustainable and transparent European market, ready to face the environmental, social and governance challenges of the future.

Adopting and integrating technical standards into the sustainability reporting process offers organizations a number of significant benefits, helping to improve the quality and credibility of the information provided.

Here are the main benefits:

Emissions, climate change adaptation, circular economy and biodiversity are some of the key elements in this area. The environmental aspect is the area of sustainability which has traditionally had the longest history and the highest level of regulation through national and European policies.

The following standards help organizations balance business objectives with social interests, increasing the social commitment of their policies and programs. They provide guidance for improving opportunities for and management of disadvantaged groups and communities, both in their value chain and in their own work environment, while helping them to take these needs into account when designing their activities, products and services.

Existing standards of (good) governance help organizations to establish practices, policies and structures that enable them to direct and control their operations in an ethical and transparent manner. They make it easier to identify and comply with applicable legal frameworks while helping to prevent irresponsible or fraudulent business practices. It also provides support to increase their resilience by managing risks and business continuity in the face of adverse contexts.