ESG Reporting and Compliance Courses: Sustainability Reports and CSRD
Learn to prepare sustainability reports compliant with CSRD, GRI, SASB and TCFD. Practical training on ESG reporting, double materiality, non-financial data collection and transparent stakeholder communication.
What you will learn in ESG Reporting and Compliance courses
ESG reporting and compliance courses prepare professionals and companies to draft sustainability reports compliant with European regulations and major international standards.
With the entry into force of CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), thousands of European companies are now required to publish detailed ESG reports. Our training paths cover GRI (Global Reporting Initiative), SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board), TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures) standards and the new European taxonomy.
You will learn to conduct double materiality analysis, collect and validate non-financial data, calculate ESG indicators, collaborate with external auditors and transparently communicate sustainability performance. Focus on regulated sectors: finance, energy, manufacturing, retail.
Who this training path is for
- Sustainability managers and ESG specialists: coordination of corporate ESG reporting and regulatory compliance
- CFOs, controllers and administration managers: integration of financial and non-financial data in integrated reporting
- CSR managers and communication managers: drafting sustainability reports and stakeholder engagement
- Auditors and ESG consultants: verification and assurance of sustainability reports according to ISAE 3000
- Legal and compliance officers: adaptation to CSRD, EU Taxonomy and disclosure obligations
Benefits of ESG Reporting and Compliance training
CSRD and EU Taxonomy regulatory compliance
Avoid sanctions and disputes with ESG reports compliant with European directives and ready for external audits.
Credibility with investors and stakeholders
Transparent and verified sustainability reports increase trust of ESG investors, banks and customers.
Benchmarking and continuous improvement
Standardized ESG indicators enable sector comparison and identification of improvement areas.
How to choose the right format for your team
Each format is designed to adapt to different ESG compliance needs and reporting objectives.
In-person course → ideal for:
- Companies subject to CSRD preparing first sustainability report
- Double materiality workshops with practical stakeholder engagement
- Building ESG data collection framework with dedicated software
- Third-party audit simulation on GRI or SASB reports
Online course → ideal for:
- ESG reporting fundamentals, GRI standards and CSRD structure
- Regulatory updates on EU Taxonomy and ESRS
- Access to sustainability report templates and indicator databases
- Professional ESG reporting certifications with schedule flexibility
Blended course → ideal for:
- CSRD and GRI theory online + report drafting workshop in-person
- E-learning ESG data collection + live sessions with sustainability manager
- Reporting software platform + personalized sector consulting
- Online preparation + simulated audit with certified auditor
Frequently asked questions about ESG Reporting and Compliance
What are the main ESG reporting standards to know?
The most widespread are: GRI Standards (stakeholder orientation), SASB (investor focus and specific sectors), TCFD (climate risks), CSRD/ESRS (mandatory in EU), CDP (carbon and water disclosure). Many companies adopt a multi-standard approach.
Is my company required to prepare a sustainability report?
Yes, if you fall under CSRD: large companies with >250 employees or >€40M revenue, listed SMEs, public interest entities. Staggered obligation from 2024 to 2028. Even if not mandatory, many companies do it for investor relations and public tenders.
What is double materiality analysis and how is it conducted?
Identifies ESG topics relevant both for company impact on environment/society (impact materiality) and for financial impacts on company (financial materiality). Conducted through stakeholder engagement, risk assessment and validation with board and auditors.
What software supports ESG data collection and reporting?
Specialized platforms: Workiva, Diligent ESG, Enablon, Cority, Sphera. For carbon footprint: SimaPro, GaBi. For GRI: GRI-compliant software like Quentic. Many companies use customized Excel for initial phases, but dedicated platforms increase efficiency and traceability.
Must the sustainability report be externally verified?
With CSRD yes, limited assurance is mandatory (reasonable assurance from 2028). Auditors use ISAE 3000 standard. Even without obligation, many companies choose voluntary verification for credibility. Costs vary from 10k to 100k+ depending on complexity.
How long does it take to prepare the first sustainability report?
First year: 6-12 months from materiality analysis to publication. Need to define governance, map data, train team, implement collection processes, write report and submit for verification. Subsequent years: 3-6 months with established process.