Corporate sustainability has evolved in recent years from being an optional consideration to a strategic business imperative, consistently top of mind for executives and boards. Once largely focused on environmental compliance, it now encompasses how organisations achieve a balance between core operations and their impact on people and planet.

Companies are looking at how they do business in a way that delivers economic success but that is also ethical and responsible, protects the environment, and helps society thrive. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) stands as a critical framework guiding organisations towards greater transparency and accountability.

Ibec recognises the potential of the CSRD to drive positive change and foster a culture of sustainability within the business community. However, this undertaking is complex requiring a significant commitment of time, people and capital to capture and report the necessary data and processes. To support our members in achieving these goals Ibec has partnered with Davy Horizons to share their expertise on this toolkit project, to assist business to not only comply but thrive in this new landscape. Several Ibec members have provided contributions to the toolkit that help illustrate their CSRD journey with actionable insights.

This toolkit serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding and implementing the CSRD requirements. It offers valuable insights and guidance for both the organisation in scope looking to refine their reporting practices, as well as the small enterprise beginning their sustainability journey who may not be in scope directly but is in the supply chain of an organisation that is.

By harnessing the challenge of CSRD we can turn compliance into a strategic advantage, showcase our leadership in responsible business practices, and contribute to the broader goals of the EU Green Deal and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose and drive meaningful change for our communities, our economy and our planet.