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Surely the CSRD only applies to large companies with more than 250 employees? Initially, yes, but that is no reason to disregard the regulations as an SME. On the contrary. The large companies to whom the CSRD now applies are obliged to report on what happens in their supply chain. And then your company may just come into the picture. At the same time, the CSRD also offers plenty of opportunities for SMEs. Time to put things in order during the Community of Practice: CSRD opportunities for SMEs.
In a series of four meetings, we will prepare you as an SME for the CSRD and everything that comes with it. What can you expect from big clients, how do other companies already fly this and where are the opportunities to improve your sustainability performance and communicate about it? You will find out during this Community of Practice.
Programmes
Meeting 1 | 10 October, 13.00-17.00 hours | Mitland Meetings Utrecht | Introduction: how to seize the opportunities of the CSRD
Together with knowledge partners Flynth, Empact and Sdu, get acquainted with current developments, the CSRD and the voluntary standard (VSME) for SMEs. Immerse yourself in the materiality matrix and stakeholder dialogue and recognise where your biggest opportunities lie.
Meeting 2 | 19 November, 11.00-12.30 (online) - Steering for the environment, climate and surroundings
Dive into the B disclosures on environment with Empact and Sdu. Get started with a concrete case study and its application to your own company.
Meeting 3 | 5 December, 11.00-12.30 (online) - From guideline to reality: social and governance aspects
Go to work with Flynth on the other thematic B disclosures of the voluntary standard: social & governance. Also build on your case study and discuss practical applications with each other.
Meeting 4 | 16 January, 13.00-17.00 | Omgeving Utrecht | Getting started with data, tooling & assurance
Focus with SRA on the role of auditors and assurance. Learn about processing data for the implementation of the voluntary standard with Eevery. Go deeper into best practice(s) for SMEs. Naturally, we will conclude with drinks.
Why you want to be here
Na deze Community of Practice...
Have an initial plan of action for the application of CSRD your organisation
Are you prepared for questions/wishes/requirements from your clients, bank and supplier(s)
Have you gained insight into the expectations and requirements of major clients regarding sustainability and reporting
Do you know what the European standards are and how to comply with them
Do you know how to prepare a sustainability report according to this European directive
Have a relevant network by working in a close-knit group of companies with similar objectives
Kennispartners
Flynth is the Netherlands largest advisor and accountant for small and medium-sized enterprises. Flynth encourages entrepreneurs to get the most out of their entrepreneurship.
Empact is a boutique consulting firm and advises both private companies and government agencies on all aspects of ESG transformation.
Sdu makes legislation and regulations optimally accessible and applicable for professionals with smart solutions, innovative products and training.
SRA is the largest association of accounting firms working for SMEs. Since 1989, they have formed a nationwide network of nearly 370 independent accounting firms.
Eevery is a team of product specialists, developers, salespeople, marketers and entrepreneurs united by a mission to help SMEs around the world improve their sustainability and become more socially responsible.
Voor wie is deze Community of Practice interessant?
The series of meetings is intended for organisations between 10 and 250 FTEs. The programme is of particular interest to directors, owners, business leaders, CSR specialists, sustainability managers and other professionals within SMEs who want to be at the forefront of sustainability and prepare for the CSRD. This is your chance to stand out by taking action now.
Costs
Partners of MVO Netherlands will pay an adjusted rate of 250 euros for a single participation. Is your organisation not an MVO Nederland partner? Be a partner and join for a reduced rate or pay a one-off fee of 500 euros.
Application process
Apply by filling in the form below. You can apply until Friday 4 October. Once we have received your application, we will process it and contact you by telephone within a few days. In this conversation, we will check together whether you meet the criteria to ensure you can get the most out of the programme.
If you meet the criteria, you will receive a digital form to fill in your billing details after the interview. Once this form has been completed and sent, your registration is final. You will then receive a confirmation e-mail from us. You will also receive full details of the meetings in due course.
Any questions?
Still have questions? Feel free to contact us at evenement@mvonederland.nl.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CSRD?
The CSRD directive requires large companies to report on issues such as CO2 emissions and social capital, as well as the impact you have as a company on biodiversity and human rights violations in the chain. The directive is an extension of the existing European directive around sustainability reporting: the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD). The CSRD will apply since 1 January 2024 to companies currently covered by the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) and from 2025 to large companies not currently covered.
What is the purpose of CSRD?
The aim of the CSRD is to increase transparency on sustainability efforts of companies and organisations, and improve the quality of sustainability information. This enables consumers and customers to compare companies based on their commitment to sustainability.
As an SME, am I obliged to report on the CSRD?
No. The current directive only applies to listed companies. From financial year 2025, they will apply to all large companies (companies with >250 employees, a turnover higher than €50 million per year, a balance sheet total of more than €25 million). However, due to chain effects, the CSRD also affects small(er) companies. For this purpose, the voluntary standard (VSME) was recently designed.
What is the voluntary standard (VSME)?
The VSME standards (Voluntary sustainability reporting standard for non-listed SMEs, currently still draft) follow the same ESRS structure as the CSRD (policies, action plans, targets and performance), but are much more compact. These, more proportional standards, also serve as a starting point for CSRD-compliant companies to avoid arbitrariness. The size of your company determines the level of detail of environmental (E), social (S) and business conduct issues (G) you can report on.
In addition to the meetings, do I have to factor in more time for my participation?
Each meeting has preparation and elaboration time through literature and assignments. These assignments will help you progress through the programme and provide an outline for your first steps with VSME.
Can I join with more than one colleague?
The participation fee is for one employee. Would you like to bring colleagues? Then contact us to discuss the possibilities.
Can I take the programme in English?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to follow the programme in English. The language of the meetings, assignments and communication is Dutch.
Are the meetings online or physical?
The start and final meeting are physical in the Utrecht area. The second and third meetings are online.
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