BDO has broad expertise in the area of sustainability and ESG (Environment, Social and Governance). Our ESG professionals can support you in the transition to a more sustainable business, ESG reporting and associated assurance. Find out how we can help you with your ESG assurance below.
Why is ESG assurance important?
As with financial statements, it is important to users of non-financial information that the information is reliable. Reliability can be increased by having an audit conducted by an independent accountant. In addition, due to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), assurance must be provided with this information in the future. BDO has extensive experience in providing assurance on non-financial information.
Emissions reporting assurance
Many companies report their CO2 emissions based on GHG protocol or the CO2 performance ladder. These reports are used in tenders or bids and for external reporting on sustainability performance. Assurance on CO2 emissions reporting provides additional security and confidence.
Green Bond and impact report assurance
Investors and asset managers want to see more standardisation in impact reporting by bond issuers. This will allow them to explain the impact of the portfolios more effectively. Adding assurance to a Green Bond or impact report will increase its reliability and that of the investment.
More information
For more information about this ESG assurance service, contact us for an obligation-free discussion and we will be happy to help you.