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Introduction to the VSME Standard

Offered by: 

Sustainability Reporting Institute

Earn: 

Certificate of Completion, CPD Eligible
ESG Reporting & Compliance
Beginner
On howtoesg.org since: 20th October 2025
Last updated: 13th June 2026

About This Course

Introduction to the VSME Standard provides an essential overview of the Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME).

It is the perfect starting point for individuals and SMEs seeking to understand and incorporate sustainability reporting into their business operations, while meeting the data requests of larger businesses.

Who This Course is For

  • SMEs needing to report to their larger clients
  • Professionals looking to better understand the VSME standard
Free

Quick facts

1 hour
Online Self-Paced
Certificate of Completion, CPD Eligible
Beginner

ESG Reporting & Compliance

Intermediate

Emissions Reporting Under ESRS E1

Offered by: 

Sustainability Reporting Navigator Academy
Free
3 hours of video plus reading and assessment
Online Self-Paced
Certificate of Completion

Best for:

Business professionals looking to deeply understand ESRS E1.

Carbon & Climate Management

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SBTi Academy Onboarding Hub

Offered by: 

SBTi Academy
Free
4 hours self-paced
Online Self-Paced
No Certificate

Best for:

Great for those needing a basic understanding of science-based target setting
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ESG Strategy & Leadership

Beginner

Facilitated ESG Course for Small Businesses

Offered by: 

Organisation for Responsible Businesses (ORB)
£150
6.5+ hours total over 6 weeks
Online Live (Instructor-led)
Certificate of Completion

Best for:

Founders, start-up, micro & small business leaders
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Carbon Reduction Policy Template

For small businesses in the Professional Services sector

  • Follows international best practice
  • MS Word format for easy adapting & copy pasting
  • Multiple wording options for different ambition levels
  • In-template guidance and notes

Please respond to the below question to download your free policy template. This really helps us continue to create useful guidance.

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