Nathalie de Vries

Our latest article on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is now live! 🌍 This comprehensive piece dives into the scope of CSRD, shedding light on the existing exemptions and providing a clear snapshot of the current directive’s implementation in the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Belgium. Understanding CSRD is crucial for businesses to align their strategies with sustainable practices. Our article simplifies the applicability of this complex directive, making it accessible for everyone. 𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐒𝐑𝐃? Check out the article and do not hesitate to contact our specialists : Vanessa Marquette and Julia Mierzwinska (Belgium), Menno Baks and Qury van Vliet (the Netherlands), Siobhan McCarthy and Diogo Dias (Luxembourg). https://lawand.tax/4615X6C #CSRD #Sustainability #FinancialMarkets #Transparency 

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Almost 50,000 European firms must meet the disclosure requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive over the next three years. Where do they even begin? Nyenrode Business University's Professors Ries Breijer and Michael Erkens share some insights on this article. #sustainability #innovation #socialimpact 

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🌱 Driving Corporate Sustainability through Risk Governance: 🌍As we strive for a world that's both just and prosperous, the call for corporate responsibility towards sustainable practices grows louder. However, all too often, profit margins overshadow sustainability goals, resulting in concerning headlines about environmental degradation and social injustice. 🌟According to Dr. Steffie Vereijken-van den Bosch, embracing risk governance is a pivotal step towards enhancing corporate sustainability. By effectively managing risks associated with operations, companies can align with sustainability objectives, meet stakeholder expectations, and comply with regulatory mandates. Through her work, she aims to shed light on the profound impact of risk governance in driving sustainable business practices. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dGzcWsMZ #CorporateSustainability #RiskGovernance #EnvironmentalResponsibility #SocialJustice

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Recently, we interviewed Harold Pauwels, who serves as the Director of Standards at Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). We covered topics ranging from greenwashing to areas within GRI reporting that are expected to receive increased attention. One of the key parts of our discussion was best practices for companies that are new to GRI reporting. See the infographic below for some of Harold’s tips on the topic. For the full Q&A, check out the link in the comments.     #GRI #Sustainability #Decarbonization

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The Dutch government, in collaboration with industries and organisations, has set its sights on a circular economy by 2050. This commitment is not merely a plan but a firm decision that reassures us of the country's dedication to integrating sustainable practices into its operations, processes, and decision-making. Dutch industries and companies must partner with those who share their values to accelerate the adoption of greener practices and turn their vision into reality. At Sapphire, we are keen to offer our sustainable ideas and innovations to our peers in the construction world. Architects, contractors, and project managers committed to sustainability understand the importance of meticulously selecting their resources. This commitment to integrity is vital to incorporating sustainable practices in their projects. At Sapphire, we have worked tirelessly to develop intelligent and low-carbon solutions for projects that focus on sustainability. Sapphire is passionately driven by Vision 2030, which is based on a commitment to science-based targets (SBTs) and leading the industry with responsible practices. Discover below why Sapphire is the right choice for your next project. To read more about our vision and see how we are progressing, visit us at https://lnkd.in/gFjaq6FN #CircularEconomy #SustainableConstruction #Vision2030

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Triodos Bank and Triodos Investment Management - together with 160 other financial institutions representing 15.5 USD trillion combined assets- are calling for an ambitious international treaty to end plastic pollution by backing the Finance Statement on Plastic Pollution. #PlasticPollution exacerbates the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, with plastic projected to double and account for 15% of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. By signing the Finance Statement on Plastic Pollution, we are calling on governments for an ambitious international treaty to end plastic pollution ahead of the fourth round of international negotiations (#INC4) taking place next week in Canada. A reduction in our economy’s reliance on single-use plastics translates into a reduction of the environmental and public health toll of plastic production, waste management, and pollution throughout plastic supply chains. #BeatPlasticPollution https://lnkd.in/eFCC98rF

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Sustainability is no longer the sole concern of large multinationals. 40% of Dutch SMEs indicate that they are preparing for CSRD even though they are not required to report. Regulations, such as the European CSRD and the new California regulation, increasingly emphasise transparency, including but not limited to supply chains. These developments filter down to SMEs, who are also expected to communicate their sustainability efforts. This not only brings challenges but also opportunities. Transparent reporting builds trust with customers and business partners while providing a competitive edge. How future-proof is your business?

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🌿📊 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐃𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐒𝐑𝐃 One week ago, our consultants attended an engaging panel discussion on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) at the Dag van DoenDenkers 2024 organized by MVO Nederland. This event highlighted the complexities and challenges companies face in the transition to the new economy. In our latest blog, written by Romée van der Sande van der Sande, we delve into three crucial CSRD dilemmas: 📊 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐯𝐬. 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬: should companies focus on the topics most relevant to their organization, or stick to common sector topics to ensure comparability? ⏰ 𝐂𝐒𝐑𝐃 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: is it better to take a proactive stance to address challenges early, or a reactive approach to learn from early adopters? 👥 𝐄𝐧𝐝-𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: who should be responsible — the CSO, CFO, or CEO? We explore the arguments on each side and share our perspective on navigating these dilemmas. 🔗 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eVrNKg6Y #Sustainability #CSRD #SustainabilityReporting #MVO #ESG

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Join our ESG Webinar on August 29th! Discover how to start your ESG reporting journey with inlumi's Marco van der Kooij and Pieter van 't Hoff from the Sustainability Consultant agency 2BHonest. If you're interested in learning how to navigate the data challenges in ESG Reporting and Planning, this is the webinar for you. Register now and gain valuable insights: https://bit.ly/46ROkGJ #ESG #CSRD

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If you haven't yet come across Loes van Dijk and Climate Court, here's your nudge. #ClimateLitigation used to sound boring, but now... we all know that this is where some incredible #ClimateInfluence can happen. Making sure my amazing #ClimatePolicy friends, Catherine Atkin and Michael Schmitz, connect with Loes. #law #legal #policy #climateaction

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🚨 Shell’s Landmark Emissions Case: Implications for Climate Strategy 🚨 A major legal development today; #Shell has won their appeal in reversing the 2021 ruling in which they were ordered to cut their carbon emissions by 45% by 2030, compared to 2019 levels, in order to protect Dutch citizens. This comes just months after Shell weakened a 2030 carbon reduction target and scrapped a 2035 objective, citing expectations for strong gas demand and uncertainty in the #energy transition.   This highlights the ongoing debate between corporate climate commitments and legal mandates and raises some critical questions: ➡ What does this mean for future emissions legislation? ➡ How will energy companies balance their legal obligations with global sustainability goals? ➡ How do businesses and policymakers build sustainable pathways amid regulatory challenges. ➡ Should courts have the power to mandate emissions reductions on global companies? ➡ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eybcXRek. Love to hear your views below #ClimateCrisis  #SustainabilityRegulation  #COP29  

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ESG Compliance in the Netherlands: The Opportunity You Can’t Afford to Miss As frameworks like CSRD and EU Taxonomy reshape corporate sustainability, accountants play a pivotal role in driving accurate and impactful ESG disclosures. Want to dive deeper? Read the full article to learn more about the evolving role of accountants - https://lnkd.in/d3nKkCdi And don’t miss our Webinar Series, Part 2: Decoding ESG Regulations and Technology, on November 27, 2024, at 15:00 CET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dPwHntx9 Theresa Zeidler, ASA Ashraf Reshamvala 4Seer #ESGReporting #ClimateDisclosures #DutchRegulations #GlobalAssurance #BeyondBetter #KNAV

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ESG Compliance in the Netherlands: The Opportunity You Can’t Afford to Miss As frameworks like CSRD and EU Taxonomy reshape corporate sustainability, accountants play a pivotal role in driving accurate and impactful ESG disclosures. Want to dive deeper? Read the full article to learn more about the evolving role of accountants - https://lnkd.in/d3nKkCdi And don’t miss our Webinar Series, Part 2: Decoding ESG Regulations and Technology, on November 27, 2024, at 15:00 CET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dPwHntx9 Theresa Zeidler, ASA Ashraf Reshamvala 4Seer #ESGReporting #ClimateDisclosures #DutchRegulations #GlobalAssurance #BeyondBetter #KNAV

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Triodos Bank and Triodos Investment Management - together with 160 other financial institutions representing 15.5 USD trillion combined assets- are calling for an ambitious international treaty to end plastic pollution by backing the Finance Statement on Plastic Pollution. #PlasticPollution exacerbates the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, with plastic projected to double and account for 15% of greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. By signing the Finance Statement on Plastic Pollution, we are calling on governments for an ambitious international treaty to end plastic pollution ahead of the fourth round of international negotiations (#INC4) taking place next week in Canada. A reduction in our economy’s reliance on single-use plastics translates into a reduction of the environmental and public health toll of plastic production, waste management, and pollution throughout plastic supply chains. #BeatPlasticPollution

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💡 If not labelled as material for new European legislation, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (#CSRD), companies are falling behind with action and reporting on sustainable themes. This became evident from our latest #AGM #engagement report, resulting from engagement with 30 Dutch stock-listed companies on biodiversity, lobbying and living wage. We also found that: 🐝 #Biodiversity: A significant improvement has been seen this year on the topic of biodiversity compared to last year. However, companies still need to focus on integrating biodiversity-related risks and opportunities in their risk assessments, working on nature-positive transformative solutions, and making meaningful public commitments. 💶 #Living_wage: This marks the first year since 2019 that VBDO has conducted assessments on the crucial topic of the living wage. It is encouraging to note that 53% of the companies in scope reference the living wage in their strategies. However, to truly advance on this topic, companies need to also formulate policies specifically addressing the payment of a living wage for workers in the supply chain. 🤝 #Advocacy & #lobbying: Despite limited progress in reporting on lobbying activities, dialogues have increased awareness and prompted more transparency. More companies are now discussing lobbying at the Board level and are committed to publishing their memberships of trade associations next year. 👉 Want to know more? Read the full press release & report here: https://lnkd.in/e_ns55Jb

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Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the International Foundation For Valuing Impacts (IFVI) have announced a new partnership to make sustainability data as accessible, actionable and comparable as financial data. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gHFMg4H5 Eelco van der Enden Rob Zochowski #SustainabilityStandards #SustainabilityReporting #SustainabilityData

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Are you familiar with the saying "well begun is half done"? The saying is from Dutch: "Good preparation is half the work." Have you started preparing your sustainability reporting? #esg #sustainability #sustainabilityreporting

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The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is here, raising the bar for ESG reporting in the Netherlands. Non-compliance can be costly, but with the right strategies, your business can turn ESG requirements into a competitive advantage. Invest in sustainability today for a better tomorrow. Read more in detail here - https://lnkd.in/dxpNdFdD Discover the key steps to successful ESG reporting and how it can drive sustainable growth. Join us for an insightful webinar - https://lnkd.in/dDpuijRJ Ashraf Reshamvala Theresa Zeidler, ASA #ESG #CSRD #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #KNAVNetherlands #BeyondBetter

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