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Everything, or only what matters? What the ESRS updates and the B Corp reset reveal about materiality

Within weeks of each other this summer, the revised ESRS and the new B Corp standards both changed how materiality works, and they appear to point in opposite directions. One trims what you must disclose. The other sets mandatory requirements. Read together they are not a contradiction but a lesson in where materiality now sits, who gets to make judgments, and why the assessment is always worth doing well.

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Setting Sustainability Ambition

A well-defined sustainability ambition is central to effective strategy and long-term value creation. It outlines where a company will focus its sustainability efforts, what it aims to achieve, and the pace of progress. By integrating strategic direction, material focus, operational planning, cultural alignment, and stakeholder communication, organisations can move beyond compliance to embed sustainability as a driver of innovation and resilience.

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What is Responsible Communication?

As environmental concerns take centre stage, the importance of responsible communication within Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is paramount. It extends beyond mere transparency and clarity; it embodies a company’s authentic commitment to sustainable practices. This concept is vital for building trust with clients, stakeholders, and the wider public, ensuring that environmental issues are addressed sincerely, …

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ESG and Sustainability Reporting – are you engaging your investors?

ESG and Corporate Sustainability reporting with an investor focus is increasing in importance. Many company reports are still stronger on rhetoric than on providing a clear picture of sustainability issues, impacts and risks. In addition, there are still challenges in how companies identify which of these issues, impacts and risks are material to the company now and in the future. Joss Tantram, Partner at Terrafiniti, reviews regulatory guidance for ESG and sustainability reporting and considers the fundamentals of good disclosure for stakeholders while enhancing investor engagement.

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Engaging leadership in sustainability – CFO

Engaging leadership in sustainability is vital - even in a large organisation with dedicated sustainability specialists. To ensure that sustainability becomes and remains a strategic priority, sustainability professionals need to work hard to get the organisation on board. You need to start with the positions, roles, places and people that matter.

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Transforming the business case for sustainability

In a business context it’s often been necessary to justify why sustainability is important with a business case. While it gets less visibility now, it’s still common to see the symptoms of not having a good business case, or one that’s not widely implemented.

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