CSR Due Diligence becomes paramount for businesses
On Feb. 24, 2022, the European Commission adopted and published the long-awaited proposal on due diligence in the supply chain. The focus of these European rules is on the potential negative human rights and environmental impacts of business activities. In short, there will be no more non-commitment and an obligation for organizations to start doing […]
Press release: Empact will provide insight into effects of CSR policy of RVO
The Hague, March 2, 2022. The Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) is taking an important step forward in stimulating Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Namely, a system is being developed that will make the effects of its policy in this area more transparent. The RVO is receiving help in this process from consultancy firm Empact, which […]
The biggest ESG fiascos in recent history
Three examples of what can happen when companies underestimate ESG risks Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria are playing an increasing role in corporate strategy. In many cases, this is still a response to the increased demand for ESG investments and the exploding market for sustainable products and services. So it is a question of […]
Will the new administration make sustainable business easier?
The arrival of the new cabinet, which includes two physicists and a Minister of Climate and Energy, offers prospects for a Netherlands in which we live together with more consideration for nature. This applies not only to the HR policy behind the new government team. The policy plans, which can be read back into the […]
The impact of COP26 on Dutch companies
The Glasgow Climate Conference (COP26) was not the breakthrough that many scientists and activists had hoped for. Indeed, the agreements made are insufficient to combat dangerous climate change. On the other hand, important steps in the right direction were taken. Among other things, it was agreed that the global consumption of coal must be reduced […]