Empact has conducted an evaluation study for the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate (EAC) on the application of Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) in fourteen business instruments. The Dutch government wants companies which are active in the Netherlands and do business abroad, to work Responsible. The most important question that EAC had was: how can EAC contribute to … [Read more...] about Customer story: Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate of the Netherlands
In six steps to an ESG strategy that really adds value
If you want to successfully become more sustainable as a company, you need a solid plan: a strategy in the field of Environmental, Social and Governance issues (ESG). An ESG strategy is an integral part of the business strategy and not only sets a target on the horizon, but also specifies which themes are relevant. And in addition: it indicates exactly how the positive impact … [Read more...] about In six steps to an ESG strategy that really adds value
Making use of CSRD and ESG should serve as a means to create an impact, rather than being the ultimate goal in itself.
Criticism of ESG is increasing. There is dissatisfaction in the business community about the increased regulatory burden, while various specialists question the effectiveness and reliability of ESG as a benchmark for (the improvement of) social performance. We largely agree with that criticism, and furthermore expect that the introduction of CSRD will suffer a similar fate. How … [Read more...] about Making use of CSRD and ESG should serve as a means to create an impact, rather than being the ultimate goal in itself.
Responsible Business soon mandatory: these laws are coming
Under the influence of increasing societal pressure, both the European and the Dutch legislature are intensively developing new, stricter legislation in the field of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). In this article, we provide an overview of the most recent developments in CSR legislation: the European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), the Dutch … [Read more...] about Responsible Business soon mandatory: these laws are coming
CSRD: a way to structurally improve ESG performance
With the CSRD, many Dutch businesses will have to deal with new rules from Brussels from 2024. Although the new legislation is not directly related to improving the CSR or ESG performance of your company, it will have an impact on the operations of any large company that should not be underestimated. Being transparent about concrete performance and strategic ESG policy will … [Read more...] about CSRD: a way to structurally improve ESG performance