What the Heck is CSRD, and Why Should SMEs Care?
As we kick off 2025, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Europe are waking up to a big change: the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). If you're running an SME, this might sound like just another acronym to keep you awake at night. But before you groan and reach for another cup of coffee, let’s unpack this game-changing regulation and, spoiler alert, it’s not all doom and gloom! Beneath the corporate sustainability jargon lies an opportunity for businesses of all sizes to embrace sustainability, reduce their operating costs, attract good talent and gain competitive advantage in a busy market.
The CSRD is a European Union directive aimed at making sustainability reporting a standard practice (now you know why we’ve been talking about ESG reporting for what feels like forever!). This means new rules, new responsibilities, and, if you play your cards right, new opportunities.
It’s time to get ahead of the curve and understand what the CSRD is all about, what it r...
The Ultimate Guide To CSRD (And Why ESG Reporting Matters In 2024)
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is a new piece of EU regulation that requires companies to audit and report on their Environmental, Social and Governmental (ESG) activities and initiatives.
CSRD applies to all businesses within the European Union, including subsidiaries of foreign companies located and doing business in Europe.
Having a thorough understanding of CSRD requirements and ESG topics generally will guarantee you a clear competitive advantage over your competitors.
The purpose of this article is to make CSRD accessible and explain, in plain language, what it means for your company in the months and years ahead.
We'll also attempt to answer some of the most common questions on this topic, including:
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What is CSRD and why does it matter?
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What are the direct business benefits of CSRD?
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Who will be affected by CSRD and what timeline is involved?
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What are the requirements of CSRD?
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What are the implications of CSRD for UK companies...
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