The Sustainability Reporting Navigator is an open-science platform to make sustainability reporting accessible for firms and stakeholders.
You can for free download Power Point decks about ESRS, a list of ESRS data points, an online textbook, and browse an ESRS-compliant report database.
The platform is part of the Collaborative Research Center TRR 266 Accounting for Transparency and jointly hosted and developed by Goethe University, University of Cologne and LMU Munich and supported by TRR 266.
How to Use the Sustainability Reporting Navigator
The Sustainability Reporting Navigator is a searchable database of CSRD-compliant reports, helping you see how other companies are reporting under the new EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.
Step 1: Search for Relevant Companies
Find reports from companies in your industry, size category, or region to see how they’re approaching CSRD compliance.
Step 2: Review Report Contents
Examine what other organizations are disclosing under CSRD’s European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). See real examples of materiality assessments, sustainability statements, and data disclosures.
Step 3: Learn from Best Practices
Identify how leading companies are structuring their reports, presenting data, and meeting the detailed ESRS requirements.
Step 4: Benchmark Your Approach
Compare your planned disclosures against what others in your sector are reporting to ensure you’re meeting stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements.
Pro Tip: Use the Navigator when drafting your first CSRD report. Seeing real-world examples helps you understand what level of detail and transparency is expected under the new regulation.
Preparing Your First CSRD Report?
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive introduces complex requirements across environmental, social, and governance topics. Learning from other companies’ reports is valuable, but understanding the underlying ESRS standards is critical.
Free Resources
– CSRD Institute Free CSRD Fundamentals Course
– CSRD Institute Free Introduction to the VSME Standard Course
Expert Training
CSRD Institute offers comprehensive CSRD compliance training
– Course: CSRD Professional
– Learn: This comprehensive course is specifically designed for preparers of sustainability statements who wish to navigate and excel in the new era of sustainability reporting. It provides the expertise needed to prepare CSRD-compliant sustainability statements, leverage sustainability as a strategic business advantage, and lead organisations towards a sustainable future.
– Format: Online/Self-paced
– Duration: 8 hours, accessible for 12 months
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