Sustainability reporting has long been a challenge for SMEs, often burdened with multiple ESG data requests, inconsistent reporting formats, and high administrative costs. Sound familiar? There is a solution. The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has now introduced the Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME)—a simple, structured, and standardised framework designed to make […]
Let’s talk about B Corp. B Corp certification isn’t just about earning a title—it’s about embracing a mindset that prioritises people, planet, and profit. Whether a company fully commits to the certification process or simply follows its principles, the B Corp framework offers a valuable guide for businesses striving to do better. And let’s face […]
Every business is unique and how you allocate resources to navigate your ESG journey is dependent on your strategy and goals. As organisations develop their sustainability strategies, many businesses may not be ready to commit to hiring an in-house sustainability professional due to the significant costs and challenges involved. Instead, they should consider alternative solutions. […]
A Beginner’s Guide to ESG Strategies for SMEs For a long time, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategies were mostly associated with big corporations and financial institutions. But now, the ripple effects of international sustainability standards and policies are reaching small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) too. Thanks to global supply chains and increasing regulatory expectations, […]
The Benefits of ESG Data Management for Businesses The demand for transparency in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data practices is skyrocketing. The thing is, investors, regulators, and consumers aren’t just asking for ESG—they’re expecting it. But truthfully, as ESG compliance shifts from a “nice-to-have” to a business necessity, many companies are struggling to keep […]
Why ESG Matters Now More Than Ever Have you considered Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices aren’t just a nice-to-have anymore—they’re essential? Businesses today are under growing pressure from clients, regulators, and investors to prioritise sustainability and transparency. It’s not just about being good to the planet; it’s also about meeting the demands of clients […]
Everyone is familiar with the term offsetting – when a company buys credits to compensate for carbon dioxide emissions. How familiar are you with insetting? MyClimate.org defines ‘insetting’ as an investment by your company in emissions reduction projects within the supply chain. In contrast to emissions reduction in external climate protection projects (carbon offset projects), climate […]
We’re excited to launch our new sustainability webinar series and we’d love you to join us on Zoom for Insightful Conversations and practical takeaways! Our series of monthly sustainability webinars are designed specifically for professionals tackling sustainability and compliance challenges in business and free to attend! Whether you’re passionate about environmental issues, exploring sustainability strategies […]
Key Takeaways from FinTech Scotland’s ESG Innovation Kick-Off Day Members of the Pulse team ventured to Glasgow on a sunny day in late July to attend FinTech Scotland’s ESG Innovation Kick off Day. We were thrilled to be selected by FinTech Scotland to be part of the ESG challenge day. Better still we were part […]