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With the presentation of the “European Green Deal” in 2019, it seems clear to everyone in the European Union (EU) as well as other parts of Europe that the topic of sustainability will remain high on the political agenda for years to come. Climate neutrality by 2050 is the ultimate goal, and the adoption of … Continued

“Sustainability has rapidly evolved from a niche topic to a mainstream expectation of good business partnerships.” Dr. Bernd Kasemir, Managing Partner Sustainserv GmbH What tips can you give to companies that (have to) deal with the topic of corporate social responsibility and sustainability reporting for the first time? Many companies that have not yet systematically … Continued

The recently released updated GRI Universal Standards are meant to ensure better and more consistent sustainability reporting and imply significant changes in sustainability management and reporting practices. The new GRI Standards will be effective for reports published on or after January 1, 2023. Why revise and what are the changes? To meet growing demand from … Continued

CDP, formerly known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, is an international nonprofit that provides a platform for companies to disclose, measure and manage their environmental data. CDP works with investors, companies, cities, governments, and policymakers to drive transparency and action on environmental impacts. Their primary tools for this process are three annual questionnaires: climate change, … Continued

Summary Sustainserv Zurich, and the auditing and tax consulting firm Dr. Kleeberg & Partner GmbH, Munich, jointly examined the sustainability reporting practices of selected medium-sized and family-owned companies in Bavaria. In each case, they used the most recent reports issued, which were published on April 1, 2020 or June 1, 2021. In terms of the … Continued