What will matter most for corporate sustainability in 2026? Twelve experts shared their perspectives on regulation, data, greenwashing risk, and the growing need to link ESG to financial decision-making. This article summarises the most relevant challenges and strategic levers for the year ahead.

Global sustainability regulations are transforming how companies operate. From the EU’s CSRD and ISSB standards to climate disclosure, supply chain due diligence, and green finance, 2026 marks a major shift in ESG compliance. This article outlines the key regulatory updates sustainability leaders must understand to stay compliant and manage risk.

ESG reporting is now a global management challenge, not just a compliance task. As regulations increase and data grows more complex, companies must rethink how they govern, collect, and use ESG information. This article shows how organisations can overcome fragmentation and turn ESG reporting into a driver of transparency, trust, and performance.

What will matter most for corporate sustainability in 2026? Twelve experts shared their perspectives on regulation, data, greenwashing risk, and the growing need to link ESG to financial decision-making. This article summarises the most relevant challenges and strategic levers for the year ahead.

The EU’s new EmpCo Directive sets stricter rules for how sustainability claims can be communicated — from “green” labels to net-zero promises. Entering into force in 2026, EmpCo makes transparency, evidence, and verification non-negotiable for companies operating in the EU.

Our list of top 20 biggest sustainability conferences to look out for 2025.

Senior Sustainability Manager Nora Hoffmann of JLL Germany shares how aligning technology, leadership, and culture accelerates real estate decarbonisation. From smart building platforms to Scope 3 strategies, she reveals practical ways to cut emissions, boost efficiency, and embed sustainability into business.

Discover why leading ESG teams in 2025 are rebuilding their sustainability reporting stacks with AI, automation, and integration. From Scope 3 automation to CSRD and ESRS compliance, learn how modern ESG platforms replace spreadsheets with connected, audit-ready infrastructure that drives real business value.

Sustainability advisor Viktoriia Gurova of Mammoet shares practical insights on CSRD reporting, transparency, and decarbonisation. Learn how to set impactful KPIs, avoid greenwashing, and drive real change through collaboration and electrification in sustainability strategies.