Consulting in the area of ESG / sustainability
Sustainability consulting is becoming increasingly important for companies.
Sustainability is no longer a "nice-to-have" for many companies today, but a key success factor – at the same time, there is hardly any other area with so much uncertainty: New legal requirements, rising expectations from customers, banks and employees, as well as the multitude of ESG standards often lead to the question "Where should we even begin?"
As a sustainability consultancy, we support you in addressing this complex topic in a meaningful way and in implementing sustainability effectively and individually in your company.
Our consulting services: Working together towards greater corporate sustainability
Sustainability management
Sustainability reporting according to VS or CSRD
Materiality analysis
Supply chain management
Sustainable business practices: We support you with our sustainability consulting.
With our consulting services in the area of Environment, Social, Governance (ESG), we provide your company with customized support in integrating ecological, social, and ethical standards into its business processes and corporate culture, and in fulfilling due diligence obligations in the value chain and supply chain . This allows you to benefit from:
- Increased competitivenesst and resilience
- the fulfillment regulatory requirements
- Meeting/exceeding stakeholder expectations
Together with you, we will develop a tailor-made sustainability strategy for your company.
Frequently asked questions about sustainability in business
Why are banks increasingly interested in ESG data?
Banks are increasingly required to identify and disclose sustainability risks in their loan portfolios – for example, through the EU taxonomy and disclosure regulations. To do this, they need ESG data from their corporate clients. Those who can provide this data in a structured format often benefit from better financing conditions.
What cost advantages do I, as a company, gain from operating sustainably?
More efficient energy and resource use reduces operating costs. This also offers potential financing advantages and reduces dependence on volatile raw material and energy prices. Furthermore, it helps avoid penalties for non-compliance with legal requirements.
Where should I start in the area of sustainability?
The right approach depends on company size, industry, and stakeholder expectations. Our sustainability check provides an initial assessment of the necessary actions. In practice, a materiality analysis has often proven to be a useful starting point, as it forms the basis for all further steps.
Is sustainability reporting worthwhile for my company even without a legal obligation?
Yes, even without a direct obligation, you can be indirectly affected, for example, if larger customers request ESG data from you as part of their own CSRD or supply chain obligations. Streamlined reporting according to VS helps to proactively address such requests.
How long does it take to implement a sustainability management system?
It depends on your starting point and level of ambition. Initial steps, such as a materiality analysis, can often be implemented in a few weeks, while a complete management system with strategy and key performance indicators can take several months. We recommend a step-by-step approach based on your priorities.
Other topics covered in our sustainability consulting
Your contact person for sustainability
Thomas Nienhaus
Frankfurt office
Phone: +49(0) 69-9593 2050
Email: thomas.nienhaus@arqum.de
Thomas Nienhaus is Head of Sustainability and is therefore responsible for the further development of our services in the area of sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) – especially within the framework of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
As a senior project manager, he leads complex projects in the field of environmental, energy, and climate management. He also handles the overall coordination, planning, and execution of workshops and networking meetings, as well as advising companies, for several ÖKOPROFIT® projects.
References
Customer projects CSR / Sustainability
Climate balance
Climate and sustainability management
Energy management system according to ISO 50001
Continuing education and training
Seminars & Webinars
Current information
News CSR / Sustainability
New deadlines and alternative courses of action for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): The EU
We Impact is an integrated sustainability management system developed by KATE e. V. with the participation of
Regulatory requirements in the area of sustainability are evolving: The EU Omnibus Procedure
Together with our project partners Institute for Ecological Economic Research (IÖW) and Fair Finance Institute
The CSRD reporting obligation is a major concern for us and our cooperation partners: We are currently conducting around 30
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