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).

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.

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.