22 Jan 2025

Accelerating your CSRD Readiness: A Pragmatic Approach for Large Businesses

By Seismic

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is revolutionising how businesses report on sustainability, requiring a more comprehensive and standardised approach.

Our recent Breakfast Briefing brought together Seismic’s reporting experts, RoseMarie Egglesfield, Head of Impact Development, and Olivia Jennings, Senior Sustainability Consultant, alongside guest speakers, Rohan Mitchell, Group ESG Director at EMG / Gravity Media, and Gretta NashCadden, Sustainability Leader and Executive Coach. Together, they dived into the intricacies of CSRD, exploring its value proposition and provided actionable insights on how large businesses can strategically approach compliance and take pragmatic steps to accelerate their readiness.

5 key takeaways from the session

  • The strategic advantages of CSRD reporting extend beyond compliance. Embracing CSRD can enhance your company’s reputation, attract investment, and improve resilience.  
  • The CSRD is being implemented in phases. Large companies will be required to comply first, followed by smaller companies in later phases.  
  • You can leverage existing initiatives and frameworks to accelerate your CSRD journey. For example, the B Corp Impact Assessment (BIA) aligns with 85% of the CSRD’s requirements.  
  • A clear roadmap and understanding of the requirements are crucial for efficient CSRD implementation. This includes conducting a double materiality assessment, identifying relevant ESRS, and ensuring data accuracy.  
  • CSRD presents an opportunity for businesses to improve their sustainability performance and drive positive change. By embracing the CSRD, businesses can gain a competitive advantage and contribute to a more sustainable future.

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