Ecovadis Gold Plakette. Auf der Plakette steht: ecovadis sustainability Rating, MAR 2026

Among the top 5 %

Posted on May 8th, 2026 by Selma Wilsdorf

Sustainability isn’t just something to talk about—it has to be put into practice. For HGB, this means: regular external audits by EcoVadis, honest analysis of the results, and consistent follow-up work. In our latest rating, we achieved 82 out of 100 points, earning us the Gold Award and placing us among the top 5% of companies evaluated by EcoVadis worldwide over the past 12 months. Read here to find out what we’ve specifically implemented this year—and where we aim to improve even further.

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What unites us: Respect

Posted on April 22nd, 2026 by Selma Wilsdorf

On Earth Day, April 22, our client FUNKE will publish its fourth sustainability report, placing “respect” at its heart. It’s a topic that goes beyond reporting and forms a foundation for trust and responsibility.

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No more greenwashing

Posted on April 21st, 2026 by Yannik Burtelt

The days of greenwashing are over. Starting in September 2026, clear rules on environmental claims and sustainability labels will apply across the EU. In this interview, Kristina Röver, Sustainability Consultant at HGB, outlines what the ECGT Directive bans and what companies need to do now.

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Accessibility: Now a reality

Posted on April 20th, 2026 by Selma Wilsdorf

Accessibility is increasingly becoming the standard in reporting. HGB is responding to growing market demands while setting its own example: a digital upgrade to its website and concrete solutions for accessible reports.

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Welcome to the 2025 reporting gallery!

Posted on April 17th, 2026 by Selma Wilsdorf

Three clients, three compelling reports: from voluntary sustainability reporting to a “heavyweight” of over 300 pages, followed by an old acquaintance facing new challenges – take a look at our gallery from the current reporting season.

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Globus mit grünem Pflanzentrieb, umgeben von EU‑Sternen; kennzeichnet aktuelle Informationen zur VSME‑Richtlinie für Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung.

The voluntary reporting standard for SMEs

Posted on December 3rd, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

The VSME offers SMEs a standardized ESG framework that is leaner than the ESRS. Although voluntary, it is effectively becoming relevant for inquiries from banks, insurers, and large customers. Here we’ve put together a concise summary of its contents.

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Illustration mit drei Bergen; am höchsten Gipfel weht eine grüne Fahne, eine grüne Markierung betont die Endstufe. Schriftzug: Ecovadis. Drei Jahre. Drei Etappen. Silber - Gold - Platin.

From Silver to Platinum – Our sustainability expedition

Posted on December 2nd, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

EcoVadis says Platinum, we say: Keep up the good work! Our sustainability expedition shows how strategy, performance, and conviction come together to create real impact – and why we see sustainability as more than just a consulting task in our work with customers but, above all, a mindset.

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Jenny Beyer, Art Director

Accessibility: A must with added value

Posted on December 2nd, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

Accessibility is more than a legal requirement – it stands for accessibility and credibility. Jenny Beyer, Art Director and Accessibility Expert at HGB, explains how accessible reports enhance reach, efficiency, and brand perception.

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Illustration von Händedruck mit kleinem roten Herz; steht für partnerschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Vertrauen.

New season, new stories: Three fresh projects in reporting

Posted on December 1st, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

As the 2025/2026 reporting season kicks off, we’re looking ahead to the tasks to come and exciting new projects with both new clients and familiar faces, from mandatory reporting to the Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard (VSME).

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Globus mit grünem Pflanzentrieb, umgeben von EU‑Sternen; kennzeichnet aktuelle Informationen zur CSRD‑Richtlinie für Nachhaltigkeitsberichterstattung.

CSRD in transition – What companies need to know now

Posted on October 1st, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

More time, fewer disclosure requirements: The EU has adjusted the requirements for sustainability reporting in several areas. The changes focus on two key measures: a deferral for companies not yet subject to reporting obligations (“Stop-the-Clock”) and temporary relief for large companies already required to report (“Quick Fix”) to ensure they are not placed at a disadvantage compared to later-reporting companies. For a look at what this means for company ESG and reporting professionals, read our brief overview with actionable recommendations.

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Illustration von einem Laptop; darum Symbole für Analyse, Umwelt, Soziales, Governance, Mobilnutzung und Bericht.

Double premiere with a wow effect

Posted on September 29th, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

From CSRD-oriented sustainability stories to modern annual reports: For our new clients FUNKE Mediengruppe and Nordzucker, we had our first opportunity to demonstrate how we combine strategy, design, and storytelling in reporting.

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Illustration von Person in einem Gewächshaus die auf auf ein Flipchart mit Symbolen für verschiedene Kommunikationskanäle zeigt. Symbolisiert verschiedene Optionen für nachhaltig ausgerichtete Unternehmenskommunikation.

Sustainability communication after the report

Posted on September 26th, 2025 by Selma Wilsdorf

How can we make more of the valuable content in sustainability reports? This is the question on the minds of many sustainability managers, and HGB has come up with solutions designed for a range of internal and external target groups. With ESG wikis, action days, social media campaigns, and stakeholder statements, we are extending the stakeholder’s journey with the report content.

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