The EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) have undergone major changes in 2025. Here’s what’s changed, what remains, and what’s next for companies navigating the new sustainability reporting landscape.  Status & timeline  On December 16 th , after months of negotiation, the European Parliament adopted the Omnibus I package, which amends and simplifies the CSRD. The Council must now give formal appro

Introduction The Conference of the Parties (COP) 30, held recently, marked a significant milestone in the global fight against climate change. As sustainability professionals, we understand the importance of this event and its implications for our work. In this article, we'll recap the key takeaways from COP30, discuss the expectations for the future, and explore what this means for businesses, sustainability practitioners, and investors.  What was COP30 - context & ambition

How manufacturers can take action on circular practices Circular Monday, taking place on 24 November 2025, the Monday before Black Friday, began in Sweden in 2017 as a counter-movement to mass consumption. It has since evolved into a global platform that highlights businesses offering circular products and services, making reuse, repair, and recycling visible and accessible to customers. This blog post is aimed for companies in manufacturing, focusing on how to take practica