What does sustainability mean in social organisations? How do you approach the topic? What are the challenges? Consultant Steve Grundig in an interview with the Paritätische Akademie Berlin...Read More
In preparation for the EU's Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive (CSRD), an ever-increasing number of companies are addressing sustainability and, in particular, climate risks. Companies are looking at this from two perspectives: Inside-out perspective: the company causes risks for the environment and society (e.g. greenhouse gas emissions) Outside-in perspective: risks for the company due to developments in the environment and society (e.g. greenhouse gas...Read More
Many companies ask themselves how they can measure their climate impact and create a carbon footprint for their organisation. This can actually become a challenge if data is not collected and the expertise is not available. Excessive demands and the complexity of tasks and companies can quickly cause initial motivation to fizzle out. The good news is: In this...Read More
In our day-to-day consultancy work, we are observing that an increasing number of companies - especially SMEs - are introducing measures to improve their own sustainability performance. Not least the increasingly stringent legislation in the EU and in Germany makes structured sustainability management in companies indispensable. In previous blog articles, we have already provided comprehensive information on how to...Read More
When the business world talks about real change for a future worth living, it implies the sustainability transformation of companies. Many organisations are setting out on this path, adopting sustainability programmes, selling green products or planting entire forests. However, as in society as a whole, sustainable change will only succeed if we embed sustainability holistically....Read More
There are countless seals, certificates and similar proofs of sustainability. It is difficult for both private individuals and companies to maintain an overview. In this article, we therefore want to give companies some guidance on which seals and certificates are available and what they are suitable for. However, we cannot list all the seals, certificates and verifications...Read More
Implementing a sustainability strategy is often even more complex than with other strategies. Ideally, more stakeholders need to be involved and the range of problem areas to be addressed is usually more diverse. In addition, social, political and natural conditions are currently changing very quickly. Therefore, the sustainability strategy must also be adaptive in its implementation. After the article on the development...Read More
As a company, it is worth developing a sustainability strategy that is truly well-founded and authentic. We therefore show you the steps you need to take to achieve exactly that. You can find a complete overview in our comprehensive guide to corporate sustainability strategy. Many companies have recognised how important sustainability is for them. That's why they often take...Read More
Climate protection measures are also becoming an increasingly important issue for companies. Fridays for Future launched the call for help from the heart of society. However, it is also becoming clear that decisive action for climate protection is required at a political, regulatory and economic level. With the legal decision to strengthen climate protection in Germany in May 2021, the country has committed itself to...Read More