In June 2022, the European Council refined the proposal for a directive on corporate sustainability reporting (CSRD). This is undoubtedly a major step towards the implementation of the sustainable finance agenda. CSRD supports the transition to a sustainable economy together with creating positive environmental and social impact on a global scale. Aiming to increase the quality of information and transparency about impact of entrepreneurship on the society and the ecosystem, the directive will be gradually impacting the entire value chain, including SMEs by 2026. 

Key Takeaways 

Participants will delve into current ESG-related topics such as: 

•              CSRD & ESG Reporting; the integration process of sustainability standards in corporate strategy.
•        The European regulatory framework.
•              SMEs integrating ESG strategies and regulations. Supply chain considerations.
•              Financing sustainable businesses and projects in Cyprus.
•              ESG Benchmarking in Cyprus; the status and future expectations.
•              Global trends and recent ESG developments in international capital markets