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The CSRD directive marks a revolution in sustainability reporting, considerably broadening the requirements for companies. Between double materiality, transition plans and digital taxonomy, this first exercise raises as many questions as it brings new opportunities. How can we prepare effectively? What key points should be monitored to ensure a successful audit? Through the analysis of audit experts and the results of a company survey, discover the issues, challenges and best practices for tackling this new era of ESG reporting.

The TNFD (Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures) provides a framework for companies to assess, manage and disclose their impacts and dependencies on nature. Inspired by the TCFD, it aims to integrate biodiversity issues into financial strategies. Its recommendations are based on scientific principles and the LEAP approach.

The UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), structured around 17 objectives, aim to eradicate poverty, protect the planet and promote prosperity. Based on the economic, social and environmental pillars, these goals address major challenges such as climate change and the lack of financing for transition, while offering opportunities through international cooperation and innovation.

Greenwashing has given way to a new practice: greenhushing. Companies are becoming increasingly discreet about their environmental actions. Why this silence? Do they hope to escape criticism by remaining silent? What are the consequences for the planet and for themselves?

Taxonomy, CSDDD, SFDR, European Climate Law... If you're confused by all the European legislation on ESG, this article aims to help you understand the purpose of each of these texts and how they relate to the CSRD.

Climate strategy has become a crucial issue for companies, driven by regulations, stakeholders and climate risks. It has become essential to anticipate this transition in order to transform into an opportunity what is still perceived as a constraint by many economic players. Combining climate strategy and business strategy is vital to their long-term survival, and can be a source of numerous benefits such as resilience, new opportunities and competitive advantage.

Non-financial reporting is a key concern for companies, particularly with the growing importance of CSRD. Perceived as time-consuming, they nevertheless represent an opportunity. Done properly, they can become the foundation of an effective climate strategy, marking the beginning of proactive management of ESG issues.

How have CFOs become a central element in companies' environmental transition policies? The growing importance of extra-financial reporting has profoundly changed the role of finance departments, placing them at the forefront of ESG issues within companies. This change, which has taken place over the years, is now gathering pace with the implementation of the CSRD, which is much more comprehensive and demanding than its predecessors.

The issuance of green bonds by governments and companies is booming. This tool for sustainable finance represents major opportunities for issuers and investors alike. This growth has been accompanied by the first regulations, notably in the European Union, to better define what can be considered "green".

For many companies, indirect emissions linked to purchasing are the main part of their GHG balance. As regulatory obligations concerning Scope 3 become stricter, it is becoming urgent to establish and manage more responsible and efficient purchasing strategies. What are the main steps to achieve this?

A good CSR strategy is a well managed strategy. Wondering how to do it? It's all explained here!

We decipher for you what is behind this report, which is essential to the communication of your CSR strategy.

Sustainable development: everyone talks about it, but do you really know what is behind the term? We explain it all to you!

Do you want to communicate on your carbon footprint actions? Here is a short guide to help you.