Breaking down the latest sustainability related reporting legislation
Join Achilles and Blick Rothenberg for an in-depth look at the rapidly evolving world of sustainability related reporting and disclosure across the EU and beyond. Hosted by Phil Barrett (Partner, Corporate Tax, Blick Rothenberg) and presented by Adam Whitfield (Head of Compliance & ESG, Achilles) this session will provide a break down of the latest sustainability related reporting legislation and offer practical advice for companies navigating these complex regulations.
Globally, new non-financial reporting frameworks such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), IFRS/ISSB and Business Sustainability Reporting Standards (BRSR) are standardising the way in which companies report on their sustainability performance, increasing transparency and accountability for businesses around the world.
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Webinar Content
Understanding the Latest Sustainability Reporting Landscape: Get a comprehensive overview of sustainability-related reporting regulations, their overarching principles, subject matter and scope.
Global Implications: Learn how new rules in the EU and other parts of the world may impact UK businesses.
Insight into Reporting Requirements: Learn about the concept of double materiality, upstream and downstream value chain and the approach to sustainability-related assurance.
Practical Compliance Strategies: Discover how companies are proactively responding to regulations, and what steps you can take to avoid potential legal or financial pitfalls.
Emerging Trends & Future Regulations: Stay informed about upcoming legislation and what is on the horizon in the sustainability and ESG space for UK businesses.
Why Attend
This webinar will provide valuable insights into how sustainability reporting regulations are reshaping the way businesses report on their performance. Attendees will gain valuable insights enabling you to safeguard your operations and ensure compliance efficiently and effectively.
Speaker Profiles
Adam Whitfield, Head of Compliance & ESG, Achilles
Adam is a sustainability specialist with over a decade of experience in social and environmental auditing, human rights due diligence, social accountability projects, ESG strategy development and disclosure. He has supported multinational organisations in defining ethical procurement strategies and reporting standards to international frameworks.
During his career, he has led the development of strategic partnerships between international clients and human rights NGOs to improve employment practices within supply chains. His work with partners in modern slavery prevention has been used in both industry and government reports on the challenge of exploitation in international supply chains. Adam continues to collaborate with researchers and policy-makers on human rights and environmental due diligence, providing them with on-the-ground insight into sustainability challenges within global supply chains.
Phil Barrett, Partner – Corporate Tax, Blick Rothenberg
