ΠΕΡΙΓΡΑΦΗ

In today’s rapidly changing world, the pursuit of sustainable development is not just a choice—it’s an imperative. Organizations all over the globe recognize the pivotal role they play in shaping a better future, embracing their sensitivity to environmental issues, making meaningful social contributions, and upholding strong governance policies (ESG). The time has come to unleash the power of these factors and drive positive change like never before. 

At the heart of this transition is understanding and measuring impact. Clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) guide decision-making towards sustainability. It’s a journey that demands consistent and reliable data, unveiling an organization’s true environmental and societal footprint. That’s why Corporate Sustainability Reporting has become an unwavering mandate for large-sized and public organizations since 2017, through the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD).

In 2021, the Commission adopted a proposal for a “Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)” which amends the existing reporting requirements of the NFRD. The proposal extends the scope to all large companies with over 250 personnel or over 40 mln revenue and all companies listed on regulated markets including banks and insurance companies or other large organisations in regulated industries. Criteria is becoming stricter, which means that almost all companies will need to be made aware of these new directives and guidelines in order to be able to comply and meet new requirements as set by the EU.

 This course invites you to explore reporting frameworks with a focus on the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). 

Guided by industry experts and leading professionals, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of how reporting frameworks harmonize with organizational goals, enabling the measurement of progress towards a sustainable future. “Corporate Sustainability Reporting Essentials” course will help you grasp the true essence of sustainability reporting and its transformative power. Join us to unlock your organization’s potential.

Note: This course is designed for internal practitioners within organizations who are embarking on the sustainability reporting journey. No prior reporting experience is required, as we’ll walk alongside you, empowering you with the knowledge and tools needed to make a meaningful difference.

ΣΚΟΠΟΣ ΣΕΜΙΝΑΡΙΟΥ

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to: 

• List various reporting standards & frameworks and select the most suitable for them 
• Name the key obligations that corporations will be required to meet relevant to ESG and Sustainability  
• Identify the requirements stemming from existing regulations 
• Express the importance of producing appropriate ESG Reports  
• Convey the ESG and Sustainability challenges corporations are expected to face 
• Prepare the Compliance Unit to be best equipped for current and future ESG and Sustainable-related regulations  
• Choose the relevant tools to use for ESG reporting 
• Compare best practices in monitoring and reporting ESG for a corporation  
• Communicate ESG actions & performance 

ΣΕ ΠΟΙΟΥΣ ΑΠΕΥΘΥΝΕΤΑΙ

This course is suitable for persons interested in ESG and Sustainability, and holding positions in the following fields:

• Compliance officers and managers in the financial services, insurance, and other regulated industries
• ESG & Sustainability Officers who wish to stay up to date with developments in the field
• Company executives from various departments who have been assigned the task of contributing towards their organisation’s Sustainability Report, strategy and plan and wish to have a better understanding of the field
• Business consultants / strategists
• Professionals interested in ESG and Sustainability regulations and policies

ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΕΣ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ

Training Outline 

• Introduction
  • Importance of sustainable development for organisations
  • Criteria for sustainable development (ESG)
  • The role of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in decision-making
• Overview of Corporate Sustainability Reporting
  • Mandate for sustainability reporting: Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) for large-sized and public organizations since 2017
  • Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and its extended scope
  • New standards (ESRS), Stricter criteria and future implications for non-public organizations
• Sustainability Reporting Frameworks and Principles
  • Introduction to different sustainability reporting frameworks
  • Focus on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards and the new European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)
  • Understanding the structure and components of GRI Standards and ESRS Standards
• Key Elements of Corporate Sustainability Reporting and the GRI Standards in Detail
  • Setting up your sustainability governance structure
  • GRI Sustainability reporting principles & Structure
  • Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement
  • Materiality Assessment
  • Topic specific disclosures & indicators
  • Data collection
  • GRI Index
  • External Assurance
• Communicating Key Report Findings

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 7 CPD units in Financial Regulation. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.