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In 2024, China’s Ministry of Finance issued the Exposure Draft for the Chinese Sustainability Disclosure Standards (CSDS). While mostly available in Chinese, this draft aims to establish comprehensive guidelines for businesses in China to disclose environmental, social, and governance (ESG) information. It builds on frameworks from international bodies, especially ISSB and CSRD, to make Chinese companies’ sustainability reports comparable with global standards. With a dual focus on financial impacts and broader social and environmental outcomes, the CSDS calls for double materialities, and outlines both fundamental and thematic standards. This phased approach ensures that companies gradually align their reporting practices, culminating in a full transition to CSDS requirements by 2030. A great number of companies will have to take it into account inside / outside China for many reasons. Good to know what it is... Below, we delve into the draft’s structure, implementation roadmap, and the broader impact on corporate transparency sharing experience working and testing this interesting ESG framework. Interested in this content? Follow me on LinkedIn 👉 https://buff.ly/3NAyqsM here https://buff.ly/3YHIeVt

As the clock ticks down to the launch of the new EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), ESG expert Florian Wupperfeld says the regulations won’t benefit citizens and communities https://lnkd.in/emznb_4V

Sustainability isn’t just about setting goals; it's about achieving them with the right tools and resources. Singapore’s new Sustainability Reporting Grant (SRG) is a powerful initiative designed to help companies elevate their sustainability reporting. The SRG goes beyond funding, empowering businesses—especially SMEs—to meet increasingly rigorous ESG standards for compliance, stakeholder engagement, and long-term resilience. Regulations are essential, but they truly shine when governments provide the tools and support that companies need to stay aligned. I’m happy to see Singapore leading by example and supporting the journey towards sustainability with initiatives like this! #Sustainability #ESG #Singapore #SustainabilityReporting #GreenEconomy #BusinessGrowth #SGEDB

🔊 Launch of the 23rd Belgian Awards for Sustainability Reports! 🌱 The EU's CSRD is pushing more companies to publish annual non-financial reports following ESG criteria (Environmental, Social, and Governance). 🌿 The new rules kicked off in 2024 for large companies, and others need to prepare! For over 20 years, the Belgian Institute of Registered Auditors (IBR-IRE) has celebrated Belgian organizations, or those active in Belgium, that publish sustainability reports showcasing their ESG efforts. 🌱 🌍 Has your company or organization published a non-financial or integrated report on its 2023 activities? Want to highlight your sustainability initiatives and raise awareness? Submit your report and compete in the 2024 Belgian Awards for Sustainability Reports! All submitted reports will be featured on our new website. (https://sowo.kr/nrIUVlfb) The Awards welcome all sustainability reports, no matter your experience. We aim to promote the exchange of best practices, and every participant will get feedback from our jury. 📅 Submit your Sustainability Report by 1st July 2024. Reports in the “SMEs” and “Other organizations” categories will be accepted until 22nd July. Here is the link : https://lnkd.in/epR7CR2p

As the clock ticks down to the launch of the new EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), ESG expert Florian Wupperfeld says the regulations won’t benefit citizens and communities https://lnkd.in/emznb_4V

‘Investor Trust in Sustainability Data’: Key Takeaways From Global Study #Deloitte #ESG #ESGNews #Sustainability #SustainabilityData #SustainabilityTrust #InvestorTrust #ESGInvesting #SustainableInvesting #DataIntegrity #MarketValue

🔊 Launch of the 23rd Belgian Awards for Sustainability Reports! 🌱 The EU's CSRD is pushing more companies to publish annual non-financial reports following ESG criteria (Environmental, Social, and Governance). 🌿 The new rules kicked off in 2024 for large companies, and others need to prepare! For over 20 years, the Belgian Institute of Registered Auditors (IBR-IRE) has celebrated Belgian organizations, or those active in Belgium, that publish sustainability reports showcasing their ESG efforts. 🌱 🌍 Has your company or organization published a non-financial or integrated report on its 2023 activities? Want to highlight your sustainability initiatives and raise awareness? Submit your report and compete in the 2024 Belgian Awards for Sustainability Reports! All submitted reports will be featured on our new website. (https://sowo.kr/GNaSYTCL) The Awards welcome all sustainability reports, no matter your experience. We aim to promote the exchange of best practices, and every participant will get feedback from our jury. 📅 Submit your Sustainability Report by 1st July 2024. Reports in the “SMEs” and “Other organizations” categories will be accepted until 22nd July. Here is the link : https://lnkd.in/eH5-ig3D

🌍 SC Chairman, Dato’ Mohammad Faiz Azmi, discusses the pivotal introduction of the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), which now mandates sustainability reporting for large non-listed companies with over RM2 billion in revenue. This move aligns #Malaysia with global standards set by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), enhancing transparency and investor confidence.   Key takeaways include the phased adoption of Scope 3 emissions disclosure, crucial support for SMEs, and the SC’s ongoing commitment to providing the tools and guidance necessary for effective #sustainability reporting. 🌿   🔗 Read the full article to learn how this impacts businesses and the environment: https://lnkd.in/gHkmWPYP

A recent survey by BDO Belgium and Mercuri Urval assessed the latest trends impacting companies’ transition to sustainability. One such trend is that a large number of organisations do consider ESG integration as a driver for value creation. This article explores how sustainability can create value for both a company and its stakeholders – as well as how transparency and accountability will accelerate this transition. https://lnkd.in/dPPkjr8E #SustainabilityTrends #ESGValueCreation

‘Investor Trust in Sustainability Data’: Key Takeaways From Global Study The-14 #Deloitte #ESG #ESGNews #Sustainability #SustainabilityData #SustainabilityTrust #InvestorTrust #ESGInvesting #SustainableInvesting #DataIntegrity #MarketValue