In a business context, sustainability is about the company’s business model, i.e. how its products and services contribute to sustainable development. It is also about a company’s risk management, i.e. how it manages its own operations to minimise negative impact.
Carbon emissions Energy consumption Climate change effects Waste disposal
Discrimination Diversity Human rights Community relations
Political contributions Executive compensation Shareholder rights Takeover defense
The European Union (EU) Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is an important initiative to tackle deforestation and forest degradation, which are primary drivers of the global climate and biodiversity crises. As forests help regulate the global climate, deforestation has several adverse effects on the environment
The due diligence process set out in the CSDDD covers the six steps defined by the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct:
