Ein Arbeiter beim Schweißen als Symbolbild für ESRS S1 und S2. Darauf steht: CSRD und Arbeitskräfte: Tipps zum Reporting nach ESRS S1 und S2.
16.01.2025

CSRD und Arbeitskräfte: Tipps zum Reporting nach ESRS S1 und S2

Die ESRS-Standards in Bezug auf Arbeitskräfte, ESRS S1 und S2, gehören zu den anspruchsvollsten im Rahmen der Berichterstattung nach CSRD. S1 betrifft die eigenen Mitarbeitenden und ist sehr umfangreich. S2 bezieht sich auf die Beschäftigten in der Wertschöpfungskette. In diesem Beitrag erklären wir, warum die Standards wichtig sind, welche Anforderungen an Unternehmen gestellt werden und wie Sie die erforderlichen Daten sammeln.

ESRS S1 und S2 – die Standards zu den Arbeitskräften

Die ESRS S1 und S2 nehmen im CSRD-Bericht eine bedeutende Rolle ein. Sie behandeln die Arbeitskräfte des Unternehmens (S1) und die Arbeitskräfte in der Wertschöpfungskette (S2). Dabei geht es unter anderem um Themen wie Arbeitsbedingungen, Rechte von Mitarbeitenden, Vielfalt und Inklusion, aber auch Kinder- und Zwangsarbeit.

Allein der Standard S1 ist im CSRD-Bericht ähnlich umfassend wie die Offenlegungspflichten im Bereich Klimaschutz. Hierzu haben wir ebenfalls Tipps zum Reporting nach ESRS E1.

Welche Angabepflichten und Datenpunkte konkret für Ihren CSRD-Bericht wesentlich sind, entscheidet sich auch bei S1 und S2 anhand der Doppelten Wesentlichkeitsanalyse. Im Folgenden betrachten wir die beiden Standards und die Angabepflichten dennoch in ihrer Gesamtheit, auch wenn Sie am Ende vielleicht nicht zu allen Datenpunkten berichtspflichtig sind.

Was sind die ESRS S1 und S2 und warum sind sie wichtig?

Datensammlung und Reporting gehen leichter von der Hand, wenn Sie das „Warum“ dahinter kennen.

Aus der emotionalen Perspektive: Es geht in beiden Standards um Menschen – und das macht sie doch schon automatisch wichtig. In ihrem CSRD-Bericht sollen Sie Ihre Ambitionen, Ziele und Maßnahmen zu einem sicheren und guten Arbeitsumfeld für Ihre Mitarbeitenden und jenen in der Wertschöpfungskette zeigen.

Aus technischer Sicht sollen ESRS S1 und S2 aufzeigen,

  • wie sich Ihr Unternehmen auf die Beschäftigten auswirkt (positiv wie negativ, real und potenziell).
  • welche Maßnahmen Ihr Unternehmen ergriffen hat, um Auswirkungen zu verhindern, zu mindern oder zu verbessern, und welche Ergebnisse diese Maßnahmen erzielt haben.
  • welche Risiken und Chancen in Bezug auf die Beschäftigten bestehen und wie Ihr Unternehmen damit umgeht.
  • wie sich die wichtigsten Risiken und Chancen in Bezug auf die Beschäftigten finanziell auswirken können.

Bei S1 beziehen sich diese Angaben jeweils auf die eigenen Mitarbeitenden, bei S2 sind die Beschäftigten in der Wertschöpfungskette gemeint.

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Welche konkreten Anforderungen stellen ESRS S1 und S2 an Unternehmen?

Nach dem allgemeinen Blick werden wir etwas konkreter und schauen tiefer in die Standards. Und hier erkennen wir schnell, dass S1 und S2 dem typischen Aufbau der ESRS folgen. Das bedeutet: Zunächst müssen Angaben zu Strategie sowie zum Management der Auswirkungen, Risiken und Chancen (abgekürzt IRO für Impact, Risk and Opportunity) gemacht werden.

Unternehmen sollen ihre strategischen Ansätze beispielsweise zu Arbeitsbedingungen, Weiterbildungsmaßnahmen, Diversität und Chancengleichheit darlegen. Diese Konzepte, wie sie in der deutschen Fassung der ESRS genannt werden, sind oft in der Unternehmensstrategie, den detaillierteren Strategieplänen, dem Code of Conduct oder anderen Richtlinien zu finden.

Die ESRS fordern darüber hinaus Angaben dazu, wie die Beschäftigten eingebunden werden und Fragen an das Management stellen, aber auch Kritik äußern können. Auch nach Beschwerdemechanismen wird gefragt.

Und natürlich sollen Unternehmen angeben, welche Ziele und Maßnahmen sie sich in Bezug auf die Beschäftigten gesteckt haben.

Nach diesen eher allgemeineren Angaben geht es um konkrete Zahlen. Während bei S2 lediglich die Ziele genannt werden müssen, werden bei S1 sehr viele Daten zu den Beschäftigten abgefragt (S1-6 bis S1-17). Ein Auszug als kleiner Vorgeschmack:

  • Geschlecht und Alter der Mitarbeitenden
  • Beschäftigungsverhältnis
  • Menschen mit Behinderungen
  • Mitarbeiterfluktuation
  • Unfälle am Arbeitsplatz
  • Vielfalt in der Führungsebene
  • Und viele weitere

Über welche Angabepflichten und Datenpunkte Sie tatsächlich berichten müssen, ist von den Ergebnissen der Doppelten Wesentlichkeitsanalyse abhängig.

In den ersten Jahren Ihrer Berichtspflicht gibt es aber noch einen zweiten Aspekt, warum Sie Angaben zunächst einmal weglassen können – die Phase-in-Regelungen der ESRS. Bei den Standards S1 und S2 gibt es Übergangsfristen, die einzelne Unternehmen wahrnehmen können. Es ist aber trotzdem anzugeben, ob die Nachhaltigkeitsthemen als wesentlich eingestuft worden sind. Hier finden Sie einen Überblick über alle Phase-in-Regelungen der ESRS.

Wie können Unternehmen die erforderlichen Daten sammeln?

Nehmen wir nun an: Sie haben die wesentlichen Themen ermittelt. Und Sie haben entschieden, welche Datenpunkte Sie aufgrund der Phase-in-Regelung auslassen. Damit startet die Datensammlung. Ein Prozess, den Sie mit ein paar Tipps und Hilfestellungen gut meistern.

Die Kennzahlen stecken in den Standards S1-6 bis S1-17. Der VERSO ESG Hub erleichtert Ihnen hier die Arbeit. In unserer Software sind Leitfäden und Erklärungen zu den einzelnen Standards hinterlegt. Schauen Sie sich hier genau die Angabepflichten an. Dann erkennen Sie schnell, wo Sie die entsprechenden Daten erhalten können.

Die erste Anlaufstelle ist bei S1 die HR-Abteilung. Sprechen Sie die Kolleg:innen frühestmöglich an und legen Sie eine Ansprechperson fest. Mit dieser können Sie im ESG Hub Schritt für Schritt durch die Angabepflichten gehen und geeignete Prozesse für die Datensammlung etablieren. Durch die Arbeit in der VERSO-Software stellen Sie sicher, dass auch tatsächlich die wesentlichen Daten gesammelt werden. Zudem können dort Verantwortlichkeiten festgelegt und die Daten direkt eingetragen werden.

In einem ausführlichen Blogbeitrag erhalten Sie weitere Tipps für die Datensammlung.

Ähnlich läuft es bei S2 ab. Nur, dass es deutlich weniger Kennzahlen sind und die Daten aus der Wertschöpfungskette stammen, was meist arbeitsintensiver ist. Um dies zu erleichtern und Transparenz in der Lieferkette zu schaffen, haben wir den VERSO Supply Chain Hub entwickelt. Von dort überführen Sie die Daten direkt in den VERSO ESG Hub und erstellen Ihren CSRD-konformen Bericht.

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Zum Abschluss: Die Angabepflichten im Überblick

Die Angabepflichten des ESRS S1

Der Standard S1 ist sehr umfangreich. Er umfasst 17 Angabepflichten, allerdings sind nicht alle bereits im ersten Jahr bzw. für alle Unternehmen von Bedeutung. Dies hängt mit den Ergebnissen der Doppelten Wesentlichkeitsanalyse, aber auch mit den bereits erwähnten Übergangsfristen zusammen.

Hier ein kurzer Überblick:

Strategie

  • ESRS 2 SBM-2 – Interessen und Standpunkte der Interessenträger
  • ESRS 2 SBM-3 – Wesentliche Auswirkungen, Risiken und Chancen und ihr Zusammenspiel mit Strategie und Geschäftsmodell

Management der Auswirkungen, Risiken und Chancen

  • S1-1 – Konzepte im Zusammenhang mit den Arbeitskräften des Unternehmens
  • S1-2 – Verfahren zur Einbeziehung der Arbeitskräfte des Unternehmens und von Arbeitnehmervertretern in Bezug auf Auswirkungen
  • S1-3 – Verfahren zur Verbesserung negativer Auswirkungen und Kanäle, über die die Arbeitskräfte des Unternehmens Bedenken äußern können
  • S1-4 – Ergreifung von Maßnahmen in Bezug auf wesentliche Auswirkungen auf die Arbeitskräfte des Unternehmens und Ansätze zum Management wesentlicher Risiken und zur Nutzung wesentlicher Chancen im Zusammenhang mit den Arbeitskräften des Unternehmens sowie die Wirksamkeit dieser Maßnahmen

Kennzahlen und Ziele

  • S1-5 – Ziele im Zusammenhang mit der Bewältigung wesentlicher negativer Auswirkungen, der Förderung positiver Auswirkungen und dem Umgang mit wesentlichen Risiken und Chancen
  • S1-6 – Merkmale der Arbeitnehmer des Unternehmens
  • S1-7 – Merkmale der Fremdarbeitskräfte des Unternehmens
  • S1-8 – Tarifvertragliche Abdeckung und sozialer Dialog
  • S1-9 – Diversitätskennzahlen
  • S1-10 – Angemessene Entlohnung
  • S1-11 – Soziale Absicherung
  • S1-12 – Menschen mit Behinderungen
  • S1-13 – Kennzahlen für Weiterbildung und Kompetenzentwicklung
  • S1-14 – Kennzahlen für Gesundheitsschutz und Sicherheit
  • S1-15 – Kennzahlen für die Vereinbarkeit von Berufs- und Privatleben
  • S1-16 – Vergütungskennzahlen (Verdienstunterschiede und Gesamtvergütung)
  • S1-17 – Vorfälle, Beschwerden und schwerwiegende Auswirkungen im Zusammenhang mit Menschenrechten

 

Die Angabepflichten des ESRS S2

Im Gegensatz zu S1 ist der Standard S2 geradezu schlank. Er umfasst lediglich 5 Angabepflichten. Zu welchen berichtet werden muss, hängt hier ebenfalls von den Ergebnissen der Doppelten Wesentlichkeitsanalyse, und den Übergangsfristen ab.

Hier ein kurzer Überblick:

Strategie

  • SBM-2 Interessen und Standpunkte der Interessenträger
  • SBM-3 Auswirkungen, Risiken und Chancen und ihr Zusammenspiel mit Strategie und Geschäftsmodell

Management der Auswirkungen, Risiken und Chancen

  • S2-1 – Konzepte im Zusammenhang mit Arbeitskräften in der Wertschöpfungskette
  • S2-2 – Verfahren zur Einbeziehung der Arbeitskräfte in der Wertschöpfungskette in Bezug auf Auswirkungen
  • S2-3 – Verfahren zur Verbesserung negativer Auswirkungen und Kanäle, über die die Arbeitskräfte in der Wertschöpfungskette Bedenken äußern können
  • S2-4 – Ergreifung von Maßnahmen in Bezug auf wesentliche Auswirkungen auf Arbeitskräfte in der Wertschöpfungskette und Ansätze zum Management wesentlicher Risiken und zur Nutzung wesentlicher Chancen im Zusammenhang mit Arbeitskräften in der Wertschöpfungskette sowie die Wirksamkeit dieser Maßnahmen

Kennzahlen und Ziele

  • S2-5 – Ziele im Zusammenhang mit der Bewältigung wesentlicher negativer Auswirkungen, der Förderung positiver Auswirkungen und dem Umgang mit wesentlichen Risiken und Chancen

Die Datensammlung im VERSO ESG Hub kennen lernen

Um die Angabepflichten von ESRS S1 und S2 zu erfüllen, müssen Sie also eine Menge Daten sammeln. Gerade zu den eigenen Beschäftigten werden zahlreiche Kennzahlen abgefragt. Aufgrund des Umfangs geht schnell der Überblick verloren. Der VERSO ESG Hub ist hier ihr verlässlicher Partner, in dem Sie alle relevanten Daten sammeln und für den CSRD-Bericht nutzen. Überzeugen Sie sich selbst und vereinbaren Sie eine kostenlose Demo.

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Phase-in-Regelung ESRS
02.12.2024

Phase-in regulations of the ESRS: All about the transition periods for the CSRD report

Companies that have to prepare a CSRD sustainability report are given some relief with the phase-in regulations of the ESRS. The transitional periods make it possible to address certain topics at a later date. In this article, you will find out which phase-in regulations and deadlines are available.

The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) are the basis for a legally compliant sustainability report. However, the framework entails a large number of disclosure obligations. Companies must provide comprehensive qualitative and quantitative data on their material topics and data points. The path to a CSRD report is not easy! In order to provide some relief for companies subject to reporting requirements, the ESRS offer so-called phase-in regulations. The transitional periods allow you to process certain topics later or in a simplified form, even if you have identified them as material.

Why are there phase-in rules in the ESRS?

Plain and simple: for many companies, the data for some data points is simply not yet available. As data collection will still take some time, phase-in rules have been integrated into the ESRS. The transitional periods are intended to make the start of reporting a little easier. During this “acclimatization period”, companies can omit specific disclosure obligations, particularly in the first few years of mandatory reporting. The transition periods give you the opportunity to gradually build up the processes for data collection and CSRD reporting. Our tip is: start the reporting process as early as possible! And before your company is obliged to do so! This will allow you to establish and optimize important structures and processes before time runs out or it is even too late. Then you will be prepared when it comes to mandatory reporting or when the transition periods end and you have to provide all data on key topics.

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What phase-in rules are there for the ESRS?

The ESRS offer companies numerous phase-in regulations. They are listed in Appendix C of ESRS 1. The scope varies greatly: sometimes they only relate to a few data points, sometimes to all disclosure requirements of a standard. When using the VERSO ESG Hub, the specific phase-in rules of the individual standards are displayed directly. You can therefore see at a glance whether you can omit a standard or have to report on it directly. In this list you will find the disclosure requirements that have been gradually introduced. The effective date refers to the mandatory reporting in each case.

ESRS Disclosure obligation Transition period for companies
under 750 employees
Transition period for companies
over 750 employees
ESRS 2 SBM-1: Strategy, business model and value chain The data points SBM-1, 40 b (Breakdown of total revenue by material ESRS sectors) and SBM-1, 40 c (List of additional relevant ESRS sectors) do not have to be reported until the delegated acts of the corresponding sector standards enter into force.
SBM-3: Significant impacts, risks and opportunities and their interaction with strategy and business model The data point SBM-3, 48 e (expected financial impact) can be omitted in the first year. In addition, qualitative data is sufficient in the first three years if it is not feasible to prepare quantitative data.
ESRS Disclosure obligation Transition period for companies
under 750 employees
Transition period for companies
over 750 employees
ESRS E1 E1-6: Gross greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1, 2, 3 and total greenhouse gas emissions) Information on Scope 3 and total emissions can be omitted in the first year if the company has fewer than 750 employees on average.
E1-9: Expected financial impact of significant physical and transition risks and potential climate-related opportunities The information can be omitted in the first year. In addition, qualitative data is sufficient in the first three years if it is not feasible to prepare quantitative data.
ESRS E2 E2-6: Expected financial impact due to pollution-related impacts, risks and opportunities The information can be omitted in the first year. In addition, qualitative information is sufficient in the first three years. An exception to this second simplification is data point E2, 40 b on operating and capital expenditure incurred in the reporting period in connection with major incidents and deposits.
ESRS E3 E3-5: Expected financial implications of impacts, risks and opportunities related to water and marine resources The information can be omitted in the first year. In addition, qualitative information is sufficient in the first three years.
ESRS E4 E4: All disclosure requirements The disclosures can be omitted in the first two years if the company has an average of less than 750 employees.
E4-6: Expected financial implications of impacts, risks and opportunities related to biodiversity and ecosystems The information can be omitted in the first year. In addition, qualitative information is sufficient in the first three years.
ESRS E5 E5-6: Expected financial implications related to resource use and circular economy impacts, risks and opportunities The information can be omitted in the first year. In addition, qualitative information is sufficient in the first three years.
ESRS Disclosure obligation Transition period for companies
under 750 employees
Transition period for companies
over 750 employees
ESRS S1 S1: All disclosure requirements The disclosures can be omitted in the first year if the company has an average of less than 750 employees.
S1-7: Characteristics of the company’s external workforce The information can be omitted in the first year.
S1-8: Collective bargaining coverage and social dialog The disclosure requirement in relation to own workforce in non-EEA countries can be omitted in the first year.
S1-11: Social security The information can be omitted in the first year.
S1-12: Percentage of people with disabilities The data can be omitted in the first year.
S1-13: Continuing education and skills development The information can be omitted in the first year.
S1-14: Health and safety Information on the data points on work-related illnesses and the number of days lost due to injuries, accidents, fatalities and work-related illnesses can be omitted in the first year. In addition, reporting on external workers may be omitted.
S1-15: Work-life balance The information can be omitted in the first year.
ESRS S2 S2: All disclosure requirements The disclosures can be omitted in the first two years if the company has an average of less than 750 employees.
ESRS S3 S3: All disclosure requirements The disclosures can be omitted in the first two years if the company has an average of less than 750 employees.
ESRS S4 S4: All disclosure requirements The disclosures can be omitted in the first two years if the company has an average of less than 750 employees.

Phase-in rules: The key to successful ESRS reporting

The ESRS phase-in rules are a useful relief for companies preparing for CSRD reporting. However, they should not be a free ride, but a strategic opportunity to prepare for the new requirements. Companies should use the transition periods to set up internal processes and create the data basis for future reports. The sooner you start, the better prepared you will be for the full implementation of the CSRD requirements. Although reporting in accordance with the ESRS is challenging, it is also an opportunity to embed sustainable business practices deep within the company. In the long term, this not only pays off in terms of regulatory compliance, but also creates valuable opportunities for your business. In a blog post, we show 6 potentials of CSRD for your company.

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Der Aufbau der ESRS: SO berichten Sie CSRD-konform.
28.11.2024

Structuring an ESRS report: How to ensure CSRD compliance

Tens of thousands of companies are required to publish a CSRD compliant sustainability report for the first time. Many are now faced with over 1,000 data points and wondering: How do we turn this into a structured sustainability report? What is the structure of an ESRS report?

This article will guide you through the process and provide you with a checklist to help identify the key data points for your report.

Creating an ESRS report – What needs to be done?

For most companies, preparing a CSRD-compliant sustainability report is uncharted territory. So far, only a few have completed this process, meaning you are not alone. To understand the structure of an ESRS report, it is helpful to first familiarize yourself with the individual ESRS standards. The next step is to focus on the disclosure requirements and data points that are most relevant to your company. To support you in this process, we have prepared a practical checklist.

What do CSRD and ESRS require?

Being affected by the CSRD means that a company is required to publish a sustainability report as part of its management report. This sustainability report is not meant to be a marketing brochure but a comprehensive document covering environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics.

A key aspect: Companies do not have the freedom to choose their reporting framework – the ESRS are the mandatory standards they must follow. Additionally, just like the management report, the sustainability report must be audited by external auditors. This makes it even more crucial to understand the framework, be familiar with the structure of the report, and ensure that you report on the correct, material data points.

How should I approach the double Materiality Assessment?

Speaking of key data points: The double materiality assessment is the core of the ESRS report.

Download the full blog post now and gain access to:

  • Tips for conducting the double materiality assessment,
  • An overview of the ESRS structure,
  • In-depth insights into the content of the ESRS standards, and
  • A checklist for identifying the key material data points.

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Holzwürcel, die ein Diagramm mit steigendem Pfeil abbilden: Richtig gemacht, können Nachhaltigkeitesberichte zur Steigerung des Unternehmenserfolgs beitragen
19.11.2024

Sustainability Report – What Is It and What Do You Need to Know?

Some companies are intrinsically motivated to embed ESG within their organization, while others are driven by the CSRD requirements or aim to gain a competitive edge. For all of them, the sustainability report becomes a constant companion on their ESG journey. Here’s an overview of the key terms and requirements for reporting.

What is a sustainability report?

This is the first fundamental question to address. In their sustainability report, companies disclose information on:

  • Environmental aspects,
  • Social matters
  • Corporate governance

The report outlines how external factors impact the company and how the company’s activities affect the environment and society. The first report usually reflects the status quo. However, the report is meant to go beyond that: it also describes strategies, targets, and actions aimed at enhancing sustainability.

The length, structure, and thematic focus of sustainability reports can vary greatly. This depends on the standard you choose. In general, you are free to decide which reporting framework to follow—unless you are bound to mandatory reporting requirements, such as those under the CSRD. In that case, you must comply with specific guidelines and often follow certain standards, such as the ESRS.

Overview of the ESRS Standards

The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) are designed to make sustainability reports more meaningful and comparable. All the details are available in the whitepaper.

Sustainability, ESG, CSR – What’s the difference?

When it comes to reporting, all three terms essentially refer to the same concept: addressing the fundamental responsibility of companies toward the environment and society—now and in the future.

In recent years, the term CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) was widely used in Germany.

  • CSR describes a company’s responsibility for its impact on society.
  • In practice, the term was often used to cover all three dimensions of sustainability: environmental, social, and governance aspects.
  • The focus of CSR is more on the qualitative assessment of a company’s actions regarding sustainability, corporate values, and social engagement.

The term ESG has now become increasingly established.

  • ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance.
  • The term originates from the financial sector and focuses primarily on assessing companies based on environmental, social, and governance factors.
  • Measuring sustainability follows a more quantitative approach.

The broader term sustainability is generally used synonymously with CSR and ESG. It also accurately describes the reporting process, as it covers sustainability across all areas of the business.

You can find more on this topic in our blog post “CSR, ESG, Sustainability – What’s the Difference?”.

When do I have to publish my first sustainability report?

With the new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), many companies in Germany will soon be required to publish a sustainability report. The reporting obligation is based on criteria such as the number of employees, revenue, and total assets.

Although the first report often requires significant effort and may contain only limited insights into progress and developments, our honest advice is: Start now!

Our CSRD factsheet helps you quickly find out if and when your company is subject to reporting requirements—and what your next steps should be.

Practical Guide: Ready for Your First CSRD Report

The first CSRD report is a major challenge, as the EU directive comes with numerous requirements and new standards. Our practical guide, including a checklist, helps you get started and prepare for the CSRD and ESRS.

How do I create a sustainability report?

The first sustainability report can be demanding. You’re likely doing this for the very first time, with little prior experience—targeted training, such as in the VERSO Academy, can be a great help. You often have no benchmarks yet, no established processes or structures, and still need to find the right reporting software—based on our experience with customers, the list of challenges for a first report is long.

That’s where we come in: With the VERSO ESG Hub, you can create your sustainability report easily and efficiently. To help you get started, we’ve created a hands-on guide “7 Steps to Your CSR Report” that walks you through the process step by step toward a meaningful sustainability report.

For CSRD beginners, we’ve also developed a 10-step guide for your CSRD report and share our tips for efficient data collection. And when it comes to software, you can rely on VERSO for your CSRD reporting: our CSRD Suite offers you an all-in-one solution.

 

7 steps to a powerful CSR report

I’m new to the role of ESG Manager:r…

How do I establish sustainability management in my company?

If you’re just starting to work with ESG, this may sound familiar: You have a lot of ideas and initiatives in mind, but you need to align them within a clear, goal-oriented sustainability strategy. You’re also thinking about which targets are realistic and make sense for your business. On top of that, you still need the right processes and metrics to monitor progress.

And above all, three key questions arise:

  1. What does all of this mean for my company?
  2. How do I tackle such a huge topic?
  3. How do I justify my efforts and the necessary resources to management?

Our introductory blog articles on sustainability management are a great starting point. You’ll gain valuable insights into your role and responsibilities as a sustainability manager and get tips on how to communicate effectively with management – showing why sustainability matters for your business.

CSRD, SFDR, EU Taxonomy – What are they, and what’s the background?

With so many regulations, you’ve probably come across terms like CSRD, SFDR, EU Taxonomy, and ESRS. They are all part of the European Green Deal and closely interconnected. The EU aims to strengthen sustainability across the economy through these directives and regulations.

To comply with the CSRD, companies are required to report according to the ESRS—the European standards set by the EU. But how exactly do you apply these standards? Do frameworks like GRI or DNK also meet these requirements? You’ll find the answers in our ESRS Whitepaper.

The SFDR is a sustainability-related disclosure regulation for the financial sector. If you’re unsure whether it applies to your business and what steps to take, our SFDR Factsheet provides the guidance you need.

The EU Taxonomy is a classification system applied within CSRD and SFDR. It defines when an economic activity is considered green, sustainable, or environmentally friendly—creating clarity around sustainability claims. What this classification means for your business and your sustainability work is explained in our EU Taxonomy Whitepaper.

How can I make my company more sustainable?

Start taking action now! The more you can showcase (implemented) measures in your report, the more meaningful your sustainability report will be. Here are a few tips for effective sustainability initiatives in your company.

Communicate your sustainability journey right from the start—and be transparent about areas where action is still needed. This makes your ambitions credible and easier to understand. But be careful not to fall into common greenwashing traps when communicating your efforts. Not only could this damage your reputation, but the EU is also introducing specific anti-greenwashing regulations, such as the Green Claims Directive.

 

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Preparing a sustainability report is especially challenging the first time. But with the right tools and solid knowledge, you can save both time and costs. We offer the perfect solution for both: Our training programs provide fresh insights and help you become a sustainability expert. And with our ESG management software, you can quickly and efficiently collect all relevant sustainability data in one place.

* This information is summarized editorial content and should not be considered legal advice. VERSO assumes no liability. 

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04.11.2024

CSRD: 10 valuable tips for successful data collection

CSRD presents companies with new challenges – and this starts with data collection. Processes and responsibilities are often not yet established, and the data must also comply with regulatory requirements. In this article, you will find 10 valuable tips for efficient data collection.

CSRD reporting with its ESRS standards is complex. You have probably already heard this or are perhaps experiencing it yourself. And this complexity is particularly evident when it comes to collecting data for the sustainability report. A number of questions quickly arise: What data do we need? How detailed does it need to be? Who supplies the data? Who ensures that it is correct? And so on. The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) is the perfect address to answer all questions relating to data collection. The organization has developed the ESRS, which specify the form and content of a CSRD report. And in its guidelines, it has repeatedly emphasized the importance of comprehensive and structured data collection. Collecting all the essential information requires well thought-out planning, clear processes and close cooperation between the various departments in your company. The following 10 tips will help you to establish efficient data collection and optimize the preparation of a CSRD-compliant sustainability report.

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1. start early: set up processes and avoid bottlenecks

The first tip is very obvious, yet it is often forgotten: Start as early as possible!

It is important to set up efficient processes before mandatory CSRD reporting begins. Well-defined and proven processes lead to faster data collection and reduce the risk of errors. Regularly reviewing and adapting these processes ensures that they remain in place even as requirements increase. Those who invest in clean processes at an early stage can therefore meet their regulatory obligations much more efficiently and quickly in the long term.

You must also be aware of this: Data collection is a real time waster. People often underestimate how long it takes to retrieve the essential information. You must not forget: For many departments in your company, your request comes on top of their actual tasks. You should also allow some time for responses from business partners and suppliers.

Various sources and departments are involved, especially when it comes to complex data sets such as the carbon footprint. While consumption data is usually available quickly, it takes much longer to carry out a commuter survey or to collect cross-location information. The information on the ESRS S1 standard (company’s own workforce) also usually takes longer, as a lot of quantitative data is requested here.

Another tip here: Calculate the deadline from the back”! First determine when the sustainability report should be published – in the case of the CSRD, together with the management report. Then go through the individual steps, such as text creation, data collection and analysis of double materiality, right up to the beginning. Allow a little buffer for each task and then you will know when you should start at the latest.

Practical guide: Fit for the first CSRD report

Our practical guide with checklist makes it easier for you to get started and prepare for reporting in accordance with CSRD and the ESRS.

2. double materiality analysis: the foundation for your CSRD report

A central component of CSRD reporting is the dual materiality analysis. This enables you to find out what impact your business activities have on the environment and society and what opportunities and risks exist for your company due to external aspects. These impacts, opportunities and risks (IROs) define which topics are material for your company. The double materiality analysis therefore forms the basis for your data collection, your CSRD sustainability report and your ESG management. You should therefore pay particular attention to this. Errors can lead to missing or inaccurate data. An analysis with substance, on the other hand, will guide you purposefully through the reporting process. Our AI-supported software solution offers valuable support, including time savings in the double materiality analysis.

3. gap analysis: identifying and closing data gaps

Has your company already produced a sustainability report? Is it based on a standard such as GRI or DNK? Then you already have a good template here that you can compare with the CSRD requirements. Carry out a gap analysis and find out what data you have reported in previous years, whether it corresponds to the ESRS formulas and what data is still missing. This will help you determine which processes are already in place and which data collection processes still need to be established or adapted. However, you can also carry out a gap analysis without a previous report. In this case, you first check which data you already have and then determine where there is still room for improvement.

4. identify data sources and define responsibilities

When collecting data, it is not only important what information is required according to CSRD, but also who or wor which department can provide it. You should therefore processes and communication channels up and define responsibilities. In this way, you create clarity, avoid delays and set yourself up for success. hethat data collection will continue continues to run efficiently and smoothly in the future.

5. promote teamwork and a shared awareness

CSRD reporting is a team effort. As you have seen from the previous points, many departments are involved – so teamwork is a must! When preparing reports, you are in close coordination with HR, IT, Finance, Purchasing, Risk Management and other departments. Encourage good and efficient collaboration. In the VERSO ESG Hub, for example, you can define responsibilities for each topic. Every year, when data collection starts again, each person responsible can enter their data directly into the tool. Regular training courses and workshops also raise awareness of sustainability. Involve other departments and inform everyone involved about the latest requirements.

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6. set focus and define priorities

Focus on material topics. The double materiality analysis shows you the way here. Please note: The report should concentrate on your efforts in the area of your material topics and fulfill the regulatory requirements. To make the start of reporting a little easier, you should initially refrain from voluntary data points. You should also take advantage of transition periods that have been introduced to ease the burden on companies. You do not have to report on all material topics right from the start. Instead, there are topics for which you are given a settling-in period. Make use of the phase-in regulations that cover many standards. They allow you to skip the disclosures in the first few years or exempt smaller companies from disclosure requirements.

7 Learning from mistakes: The first report doesn’t have to be perfect

The first report does not have to be perfect – you have to understand and accept that. The first step is to establish efficient data collection as part of the CSRD and to set up or improve processes. Do not try to write by hook or by crook about concepts and measures that you have not yet introduced. Instead, set yourself a target for when you want to publish the relevant data – and communicate this openly in your report.

8. ensure granularity of the data

Ensure the right granularity of your data to guarantee the necessary transparency and traceability. Data should be collected in as much detail as possible to enable precise analysis and informed decision-making. Instead of general information on greenhouse gas emissions or energy consumption, it is necessary to collect data down to the level of individual business units, production processes or locations. Overly aggregated information can lead to important details being overlooked. In order to define your goals, you should take sufficient time and, if necessary, hold workshops. The focus should be on what is realistic and sensible for your company in the long term. Choose your goals and measures consciously and avoid adjusting them too frequently. This ensures sustainable and consistent reporting.

The ESRS standards at a glance

The European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) are intended to make sustainability reports more meaningful and comparable. All information can be found in the whitepaper.

9. quality assurance: check data for reliability

High data quality is the key to a CSRD-compliant sustainability report. It is therefore important that you set up internal control systems that work in a similar way to financial reporting. These controls ensure that the ESG data is accurate, complete and reliable. Data quality plays a key role, particularly with regard to the external assurance required under the CSRD. To ensure high data quality, you should prepare well and read the information in the standards carefully. There you will find the Application Requirements (AR) with detailed instructions. They specify how certain information must be disclosed or measured.

10. use technology: Digital tools optimize data collection

Manual data collection is error-prone and time-consuming. Excel tables quickly become confusing – especially with CSRD with over 1000 data points. You spend a lot of time scrolling back and forth between the individual data points. This is something that costs nerves and that you should save yourself. Software-supported reporting is simpler, more effective and more data-based. And we are not just writing this from our own experience, EFRAG also points this out. Digital tools, especially with AI support, help you to standardize processes and ensure that all essential data is recorded and processed correctly.

 

Effective data collection: how VERSO supports you

VERSO simplifies and accelerates your entire reporting process – from dual materiality analysis to data collection and reporting. You identify the material topics with the help of our AI-supported software solution. In the VERSO ESG Hub, you collect all material data and create a CSRD-compliant report directly in the tool.

* This information is summarized editorial content and should not be construed as legal advice. VERSO accepts no liability.

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12.02.2024

5 reasons why a sustainability report is also worthwhile for SMEs

Many companies – large and small – are affected by sustainability regulations such as the CSRD, the LkSG or the upcoming European supply chain law CSDDD. But what about those that are not subject to these regulations? Are they exempt from reporting?

Watch out: Not being directly affected does not mean that you do not have to deal with sustainability! We explain here why SMEs also have to provide sustainability data and what information is required.

Which stakeholders request ESG data from SMEs

1. business partners create transparency in the supply chain

Are you a supplier to another company?
Many SMEs supply larger companies that fall under the LkSG (Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz) and are or will be affected by the EU CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) and CSDDD (Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive).
Large companies not only have to make their own ESG information transparent, but also that of their suppliers.
This means that you are also affected by the requirements of the regulations and will be asked by your customers for comprehensive sustainability information.
As a result, you have to undergo extensive due diligence checks, such as the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, which identifies potential risks for people and the environment in the supply chain.
Incidentally, it is not only you as a supplier who must provide evidence, but often also sub-suppliers.
Your customers are also bound by industry-specific guidelines and laws.
Sustainability information from the supply chain is also required from this side.
Examples of this include the Agricultural Organizations and Supply Chain Act (AgrarOLkG), the chemical industry standard or the industry-specific guidelines of the OEC.  

2. financial sector pays more attention to sustainable investments

SMEs that are supported by investors or have received project-related investments should definitely be prepared for ESG inquiries.
The reasons for this:

  • Due to the SFDR (Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation), financial market players and financial advisors are obliged to provide ESG information on financial products and services.
  • Investors are themselves capital market participants and must report on sustainability goals and positioning within the financial sector.
  • Rating agencies now also include ESG criteria in their investment ratings.
  • Prior to the final M&A transaction, the sustainability strategy is reviewed – if not already requested in advance, measurable sustainability indicators are required from you by then at the latest.

All information about the SFDR

The Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) is one of the EU’s levers for promoting a sustainable economy.
Get an overview of the SFDR, the categorization of financial products and the disclosure requirements with our factsheet.

3. banks require ESG disclosures in loan and funding procedures

If you want to apply for a loan or a grant from the bank, you will need a number of documents.
In the past, it was mainly about creditworthiness, business concept, collateral and the like.
Today, the issue of sustainability also plays a decisive role.
This is because banks need sustainability information from you when granting loans in order to meet the requirements of the European Banking Authority (EBA) and the German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin).
In addition, banks are increasingly adhering to self-imposed frameworks and sustainable finance targets.
In practice, this means that lending costs are directly influenced by your ESG rating: better rating, cheaper loan.

This data decides on loans

Read this article to find out how ESG data affects financing and what data companies need to provide now to ensure their loan applications continue to be approved.

4. insurance companies also include ESG risks in their financial statements

Insurance companies also rely on and request ESG data from customers.
Two perspectives need to be understood here: Firstly, (re)insurers also fall under the CSRD reporting obligation.
They must therefore report on the status quo of their sustainability ambitions themselves.
This also includes the customer area, for which your insurer naturally needs information from you as a customer.
The second perspective is about the insurance risk when you want to take out a new insurance policy.
It is common practice here to first assess the risk potential of an insured person.
Sustainability risks are now also taken into account.
Anyone who does not have this issue on their radar may be classified as having a higher insurance risk and lower insurance benefits.  

5. customers and partners expect proof of ESG efforts

New partnerships, collaborations and tenders are increasingly demanding certifications that prove a company’s sustainability ambitions.
When you enter into negotiations, you need to be well prepared:

  • No Open Doors without ESG certifications: In addition to known information security standards, for example, certifications from the ESG sector are increasingly a prerequisite for a serious discussion.
    Go through the assessments at an early stage – they are often lengthy and cannot be “handed in quickly”.
  • Sustainability and ESG criteria in the tendering process: If there is a tender, your company could fall out of the selection process due to a missing or unsound sustainability strategy.
    You can prove this with recognized ESG certificates, among other things.
    With sustainability and ESG criteria in tendering processes, companies want to ensure that ecological and social standards are adhered to in the supply chain right from the start.

In addition to special ESG certifications, ESG criteria are also asked for in other quality standards that have a high priority in the industry and are actually “only” concerned with corporate processes:

  • Fairtrade
  • Organic certifications
  • Employer rankings
  • ISO standards

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How do SMEs best prepare for sustainability requirements from stakeholders?

As you can see, sustainability issues come from every corner.
You not only have to collect and communicate ESG data to fulfill legal requirements – keyword: LkSG, CSDDD and CSRD-compliant.
Your stakeholders also ask for this data for a variety of reasons.
The problem with these queries is that if SMEs are affected by one or more of these scenarios and are not prepared for them, this usually means a lot of work.
This is because very different information is required from different stakeholders.
They are confronted with different reporting standards and find themselves in a flood of questionnaires.
However, you can avoid these problems with a voluntary sustainability report.
It is best to report in accordance with a recognized standard that is suitable for your company, such as the DNK, the GRI Standards or the ESRS – the latter will enable you to meet the regulatory requirements of the CSRD in the future.
Frameworks such as the SDGs or the UN Global Compact also form a good basis for the sustainability report.
EFRAG is currently also working on its own voluntary standards(VSME) for SMEs, which are adapted to the size, resources and needs of these companies.
The advantages of a voluntary report in a nutshell:

  • As a rule, you already collect all the important data that you also need for other purposes.
    In the best case even in a single tool, in which you can also control measures and write the report.
  • In the case of inquiries, the report already contains most of the required information, giving you more time for detailed questions.
  • If you do have to report later, you are already optimally prepared for CSRD, LkSG and CSDDD!
  • Although this may sound like a lot of effort at first, the introduction of ESG structures brings with it great opportunities: innovation and long-term growth are promoted, risks are minimized and, not to forget, you also consolidate and strengthen relationships with your customers.

Step-by-step to the sustainability report

A meaningful sustainability report can be quite a challenge. Where do you start? What data is important? And how should the CSR report be published? Our practice-oriented playbook answers your questions.

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The voluntary sustainability report puts you ahead of the game!
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10.08.2022

Sustainability report: What standards are there?

The new CSRD reporting obligation means that around 15,000 companies in Germany are required to report. What is the right standard for your CSR report? To make it easier for you to choose, we present the most important standards. You will also find a factsheet at the end of this blog post showing you which standard is suitable for which company.

UN Global Compact: Suitable for beginners, only minimum requirements

The United Nations Global Compact, or UNGC for short, was founded by Georg Kell in 2000 on the initiative of former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan. The aim was and is to shape globalization in a fair, environmentally and socially responsible way. The UNGC is the world’s largest and most important initiative for sustainable and responsible corporate governance. Over 19,000 companies and organizations have signed it – including more than 800 in Germany. The framework formulates ten social and ecological principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environmental protection and anti-corruption, to which the participating companies and organizations are committed. In addition, the UN Global Compact is based on the 17Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.

SFDR – the standard for the financial sector

The EU has developed the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) specifically for the financial services sector – but some companies are also affected. Our factsheet tells you how.

DNK: Good introduction, easy to use, for German-speaking countries

The German Sustainability Code (DNK) was introduced in 2011. The aim is for companies to provide information about their sustainability performance and thus create comparability. Around 800 companies have now published a DNK declaration. The standard comprises 20 criteria that must be reported on. They are divided into the subject areas of strategy, process management, environmental issues and society. When reporting, companies can select either the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) or EFFAS (European Federation of Financial Analysts Societes) performance indicator set.

GRI: Most established internationally, high effort

The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) is a foundation that was established in 1997. The GRI guidelines are considered the most important standard for sustainability reports worldwide. The aim of the global standards is to make sustainability reports more comparable through uniform requirements. The guidelines are continuously developed in a dialogue process with companies and civil society organizations. Companies that prepare their sustainability report in accordance with the GRI standards must provide extensive information about the company, the management approach and economic, ecological and social standards. The Global Reporting Initiative has now updated its standards once again. The latest changes apply to all reports published from January 1, 2023.

SDG: Framework with the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals

The member states of the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015. It includes the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs for short, which cover all three dimensions of sustainability: Environmental, social and economic. The global goals are to be achieved by all countries by 2030 in order to make the world fairer, healthier, more peaceful and more social. The SDG framework serves as a guide for companies that want to report on their sustainability performance. Guidelines such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the UN Global Compact are available to help companies implement the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and the sub-goals in their supply chains. Both guidelines propose indicators and key figures for measuring the sustainability performance of companies for the individual SDGs.

ISSB: global standard for capital market-oriented companies, under development

The International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation is currently developing global standards for the sustainability report of capital market-oriented companies. To this end, the non-profit IFRS Foundation established the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) in Frankfurt. The future standard has great potential to become the leading international framework. The aim of the ISSB is to define minimum standards for credible, transparent and comparable reporting in the area of ESG criteria (environmental, social and governance). For example, companies should specify which key figures they use to measure and monitor sustainability-related risks and opportunities and which strategy they intend to use to manage them.

How do I create a sustainability report?

Creating a meaningful sustainability report can be quite a challenge.
It’s easier with our practice-oriented playbook “7 steps to a sustainability report”.

ESRS: uniform European standard, being developed as part of the CSRD

As part of the new CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) reporting obligation, a uniform standard is also being introduced. This should make the reports more meaningful and comparable. However, this also increases the amount of work involved. The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group, EFRAG for short, has been tasked with drawing up the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). All information on the ESRS can be found in our factsheet.

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ISO 14001: good standard for environmental management

ISO 14001 is a globally recognized standard for environmental management systems that was published in 1996. The aim of the international standard is for companies to improve their environmental performance and achieve environmental targets. Around 300,000 companies worldwide are certified to ISO 14001 – around 8,000 of them in Germany. The environmental management system is based on four pillars: the planning of environmental targets, the implementation of the defined measures, monitoring and improvement.

ISO 26000: Guidelines for socially responsible behavior

ISO 26000 was published in 2010 and is a guideline that defines socially responsible behavior. As the standard does not provide for certification, it is not as widely used as ISO 14001, for example. The standard formulates numerous recommendations for action on core issues of social responsibility. These include the environment, human rights, employee rights, customer rights and society.

Additional information also in the VERSO Academy

You can also obtain practical information on the various standards from our speakers in the VERSO Academy – a 12-week online course for further training as a CSR manager.

EMAS: more complex standard for environmental management

The Eco-Management and Audit Scheme, EMAS for short, was developed by the European Union and introduced in Germany in 1995. It is a joint system of environmental management and environmental auditing. The aim is to help companies that want to improve their environmental performance. In Europe, around 4000 organizations are registered under EMAS – over 1100 of them are from Germany. Companies must publish an environmental statement in which they disclose, among other things, their impact on the environment, their environmental performance and their environmental objectives. Employees must be involved in this process. EMAS covers the contents of ISO 14001 and goes even further.

TCFD: Recommendations to the financial sector and capital market-oriented companies

In 2017, the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), founded on the initiative of the G20 countries, drew up recommendations for voluntary and consistent reporting on the effects of climate change. The recommendations are aimed at the financial sector and capital market-oriented companies. Over 1000 companies worldwide have committed to implementing them. The aim is to provide companies and investors with decision-relevant information on material climate-related financial risks and opportunities. According to the recommendations, information should be provided on governance, strategy, risk management, key figures and targets.

Which standard for which company?

In the factsheet, we have briefly summarized which standard is suitable for which company.

We help you with your sustainability report

The first sustainability report is a challenge, not everything will go smoothly straight away. It is important that you take the first steps and continue to develop with the relevant standards. We will accompany you on this path. We help you to set up a sustainability strategy and with reporting. With our CSR management software , you can collect all relevant sustainability data quickly and clearly. And with our training courses, you can gain new input and become a CSR professional.

* This information is summarized editorial content and should not be construed as legal advice. VERSO accepts no liability.

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