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How to Use a Materiality Assessment to Update Your Sustainability and Corporate Strategy

How to Use a Materiality Assessment to Update Your Sustainability and Corporate Strategy

Double Materiality: What To Do in Year Two?

Double Materiality: What To Do in Year Two?

2025: The Countdown to Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Begins

2025: The Countdown to Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Begins

Understanding the Value of Materiality Assessments: Bridging the Gap in Sustainability Buy-In

Understanding the Value of Materiality Assessments: Bridging the Gap in Sustainability Buy-In

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How to Use a Materiality Assessment to Update Your Sustainability and Corporate Strategy

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
May 2025
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Discover how materiality assessments can sharpen your sustainability strategy, prioritize ESG issues, and drive long-term business success.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Double Materiality: What To Do in Year Two?

Kate Smith
April 2025
Kate Smith

Streamline your Year 2 DMA: refine insights, reuse data, and stay CSRD-compliant without starting from scratch.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

How to Build a Sustainable Value Chain for CSRD Compliance

Kate Smith
March 2025
Kate Smith

Learn how to build a sustainable value chain for CSRD compliance, reduce environmental impact, enhance transparency, and drive long-term business success.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Navigating the Impacts of the Omnibus: Mandatory Reporting Remains

Kate Smith
March 2025
Kate Smith

The EU’s Omnibus Simplification Proposal raises critical questions about corporate sustainability reporting, but global mandatory standards remain.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Why Double Materiality is Here to Stay

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
February 2025
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Sustainability reporting is evolving rapidly, yet double materiality remains a cornerstone of high-quality disclosures. Why it matters and what it means.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The Future of Sustainability: 5 Trends Shaping 2025

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Discover 5 sustainability trends shaping 2025, from the evolving regulation landscape to AI. Learn how businesses can navigate challenges and drive impact.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Investing in Sustainability: How to Budget for ESG Success in 2025

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Plan your 2025 sustainability budget with expert insights on ESG costs, compliance, and impact reporting to drive long-term business success.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Materiality’s Role in Impactful Sustainability Reporting

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Learn how to conduct a materiality assessment for CSRD, GRI, and IFRS compliance. Discover key insights on reporting, stakeholder engagement, and strategy.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

The End of Greenwashing? Why 2025 Is a Pivotal Year for ESG Accountability

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Stricter ESG laws in 2025 are raising the stakes for businesses. Learn how to avoid greenwashing, ensure compliance, and build trust with real impact.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

2025: The Countdown to Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Begins

Kate Smith
January 2025
Kate Smith

2025 is the year to prepare for mandatory sustainability reporting. Learn key regulations, actionable steps, and strategies to ensure compliance by 2026.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

The Backlash on DEI Programs: Risks of Ignoring Double Materiality

Eric Darrisaw
January 2025
Eric Darrisaw

Right-wing opposition to DEI programs risks compliance, investor trust, and profits. Double materiality under EU CSRD is key to mitigating these impacts.

Eric Darrisaw
Eric Darrisaw

Building Your Sustainability Playbook: A 5-Step Guide for New In-House Practitioners

Kate Smith
January 2025
Kate Smith

Discover our 5-step guide for new in-house sustainability practitioners to develop a robust, actionable sustainability strategy for their organization.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Understanding the Value of Materiality Assessments: Bridging the Gap in Sustainability Buy-In

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Despite sustainability's growing prominence, not every leader within an organization is fully aligned on the need for or the value of ESG initiatives.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Mastering Double Materiality Assessments with GRI & IFRS

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Why the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are indispensable to the Double Materiality process.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

How to Conduct a Double Materiality Assessment (DMA) Stakeholder Interview

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Stakeholder interviews are a crucial part of a Double Materiality Assessment (DMA), providing important insights from the people who are directly affected.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Top 5 Benefits of Using Software to Streamline Your Materiality Assessment Process

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

With materiality software, companies and consultants alike can streamline and enhance their materiality assessments for better outcomes.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Avoiding Common Pitfalls in CSRD Double Materiality Assessments

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Ensure your double materiality assessment aligns with CSRD/ESRS requirements to avoid costly mistakes and common pitfalls.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Understanding and Assessing the Value Chain in a CSRD-Compliant Double Materiality Assessment

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires companies to report on material impacts that may occur in their value chains.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Identifying Impacts, Risks, and Opportunities for CSRD Compliance

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

The CSRD requires companies to report on their sustainability performance, including their impacts, risks, and opportunities.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

The First Five Steps for a New Sustainability Hire

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

Here are five key steps to establish yourself, assess the program you’ve inherited, and lay a solid foundation for impactful action as a new ESG hire.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

How to Prepare for ASRS: Report with Confidence and Clarity

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) mark a transformative moment for corporate transparency, taking effect on 1 January 2025.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Navigating Sustainability in Logistics: Key Materiality Insights from Top 300 Companies

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
October 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The Logistics Industry Materiality Benchmarking Report provides an in-depth look at how the top 300 logistics companies are addressing sustainability.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Getting the Green Light: Securing Budget for Sustainability

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
October 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The introduction of stringent sustainability and ESG compliance frameworks means organizations must align their budgets to support these requirements.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

How to Build a Successful Sustainability Roadmap: Five Foundational Steps

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
August 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Understand the five foundational steps every sustainability roadmap needs to have. From building support to taking action, we'll unpack each step.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Effective Stakeholder Engagement in Double Materiality Assessments

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
July 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Uncover effective stakeholder engagement best practices for your double materiality assessment process.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Kickstart Your Sustainability Journey: The Power of Materiality Assessments

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

One common misstep is starting the sustainability journey uninformed of what's really important, which is where materiality assessments come into play.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ASRS Readiness: How prepared is your business for Australia’s climate-related financial disclosures?

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Climate-related financial disclosures are becoming mandatory in Australia. The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) will require companies,

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

SEC Climate Rule: Materiality - Great in Principle, Harder to Apply in Practice

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
March 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The SEC approved the long-awaited climate disclosure ruling this March. Many of the disclosures are expressly tied to materiality.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

How to Run a Double Materiality Assessment

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
February 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

A step-by-step guide to run a single or double materiality assessment in-house. Socialsuite's simple and affordable software can streamline this process.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Sustainability and ESG Trends for 2024

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
January 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Let’s take stock of what key thought leaders, practitioners, and experts believe to be the main focus areas for sustainability in 2024.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

California signed the Climate Accountability Package into law: Are you prepared for mandatory climate disclosure?

Seth Forman
October 2023
Seth Forman

Climate mandates are now a reality in the U.S. -- but where do you start? It can feel overwhelming trying to find a place to start when you’ve never had to

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

ESG and Sustainability Single and Double Materiality Assessment Software

Seth Forman
October 2023
Seth Forman

Materiality assessments are essential as one of the first steps in an organization's journey to navigate the complex landscape of sustainability reporting.

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

ASX Webinar Highlights Key Steps for Small and Mid-Cap Companies in ESG Reporting, Featuring Expert Insights from Socialsuite

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG Reporting for Small and Mid-Cap Companies," hosted by the ASX, featured several speakers who shared insights on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governa

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Your Sustainable Supply Chain: It’s Time For Microcaps To Report On ESG

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

The small and micro cap companies that get ahead of ESG trends and start their journey sooner rather than later will be in a better position to capitaliz

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Australia's ESG Reporting Faces Challenges Despite Increased Focus

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG reporting is crucial for Australian companies, given the increasing focus on sustainable investing and growing demand for responsible corporate behavio

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

10 Ways Companies Can Get in Trouble with Greenwashing

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Greenwashing is the practice of making exaggerated or misleading claims about a product or service's environmental benefits, with the intention of deceivin

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Non-Disclosure of Incidents: A Rising Concern in Corporate World

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

To maintain trust and attract investment, companies must prioritize transparency and disclosure of ESG-related incidents. This means being proactive in ide

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Walmart Sued for Failing to Disclose Employee Discrimination Claims

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The case highlights the importance of ESG considerations in corporate reporting, particularly in relation to employee-related issues.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG Regulations: States and Countries Introduce Laws to Promote Sustainability

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

As governments around the world seek to promote sustainability and corporate responsibility, ESG regulations are likely to become even more widespread. Com

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Impact Reports: Driving Corporate Responsibility and Generating Positive Results

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Impact reports are crucial documents that outline a company's social and environmental impact, both positive and negative. They enable companies to underst

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Navigating ESG Methodologies and Regulations: A Guide for Companies

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Navigating the ESG landscape can be challenging, but it is essential for companies seeking to operate responsibly and avoid legal fines. By using ESG repor

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

How Volkswagen's $14.7 Billion Fine for Emissions Scandal Led to Today's ESG Laws

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

The Volkswagen emissions scandal was a watershed moment for ESG investing, driving the development of modern ESG laws and regulations and highlighting the

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Large Public Companies Lead in Sustainability Reporting, Leaving Smaller Public and Private Companies Behind

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

ESG considerations become more important to investors and stakeholders, companies that fail to report on their sustainability practices risk losing market

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Small and Mid-sized Companies are Increasingly Prioritizing ESG Disclosures, According to McKinsey Report

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

ESG reporting is becoming an essential part of doing business, regardless of company size. As more investors and stakeholders demand transparency and accou

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

SEC Task Force and Tumultuous 2022 Reveal Legislative and Executive Concerns on ESG

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

SEC task force and the events of 2022 reveal that ESG is a critical concern for both legislative and executive bodies. CEOs should take note of

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

SEC Head Urges Clear Rules for Climate and ESG Disclosures

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

Companies should be disclosing five key items related to ESG: greenhouse gas emissions, management of climate-related risks, human capital management

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Understanding Materiality and Priorities

Seth Forman
March 2023
Seth Forman

A materiality assessment is an important part of a standardized and structured ESG framework

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Getting started: 5 steps to your ESG journey

Eleanor Carter
January 2023
Eleanor Carter

Here are five steps to starting your ESG reporting journey with Socialsuite.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

The intersection between ESG and Sustainability

Ann Luong
September 2022
Ann Luong

At first glance, ESG and sustainability might look synonymous and drawing comparisons can seem like semantics. But there's a difference between the two.

Ann Luong
Ann Luong

Institutional investors demanding ESG disclosure

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
August 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Institutional investors are facing increasing pressure to invest responsibly and consider Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

US Climate Bill makes ESG a reality

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
August 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The game-changer US Climate Bill (the Inflation Reduction Act) is going to change America for decades, if not forever, and embedding ESG.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Commitment to zero-carbon projects pays off for Minbos Resources

Ann Luong
July 2022
Ann Luong

Minbos Resources has long been practicing sustainability. The company's commitment to responsible ESG practices of its resources is paying off.

Ann Luong
Ann Luong

How Diversity and Inclusion drives innovation and positive ESG outcomes

Ann Luong
July 2022
Ann Luong

Businesses everywhere are facing pressure to move from shareholder to stakeholder value.

Ann Luong
Ann Luong

ESG misconceptions of small cap executives

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Socialsuite lists the most common misconceptions about ESG, and some takeaway actions for executives to consider.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Ignoring ESG is a key risk for mining companies

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG issues is essential for companies seeking investor dollars, regulatory approvals, and the social license to operate.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Is Elon Musk confused about ESG or does Tesla have a point about Impact?

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Widespread confusion reigns about what Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) actually is or ought to be.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Climate on the agenda in Australia

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Climate action is finally top of the agenda in Australia — a top priority for voters, for investors, and for corporate Australia.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Connecting sustainability goals to ESG disclosures

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
January 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Socialsuite explains the difference between the SDGs and ESG reporting.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Board members must drive ESG action

Eleanor Carter
January 2022
Eleanor Carter

It is vital that board members reflect on the types of disclosures that their investors seek, and respond with an established and compelling ESG narrative.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

The pros of standardised outcomes measurement

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Standardized Outcomes Measurement and why it matters

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

How nonprofits can build resilience in the face of adversity

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Covid-19 and how nonprofits can build resilience in the face of adversity

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Mapping your Theory of Change for the first time? Start here.

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

What is a Theory of Change? A Theory of Change refers to intended consequences using the concept of if-then.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Ready to level up? Learn how to create a powerful Theory of Change for your organization

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Use Socialsuite to create a powerful Theory of Change for your organization

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Introducing outcomes measurement to your staff

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Introduce outcomes measurement to your nonprofit staff with Socialsuite social impact

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Outcomes social services organisations are measuring now

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Outcomes measurement for Social Service organizations

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Introducing outcomes measurement to your Board and Leadership Team

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

If your Board and leadership team is new to outcomes and social impact measurement, here are some simple talking points from Socialsuite

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

The difference between an Output and an Outcome

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Socialsuite explains the difference between an Output and an Outcome in impact measurement

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Two show-stopping features every outcomes report needs

Dr Clara Ong
October 2021
Dr Clara Ong

This article will cover two show-stopping features that would boost credibility in any outcomes report.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

ESG for Fund Managers and Portfolio companies

Brad Gurrie
October 2021
Brad Gurrie

Hear from Socialsuite’s CEO, Brad Gurrie, on how Socialsuite brings ease and practically to fund managers and their portfolio companies.

Brad Gurrie
Brad Gurrie

The Importance Of Embracing Your Purpose Statement

Eleanor Carter
September 2021
Eleanor Carter

Three ways a Purpose Statement can impact your organization.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

Five Key Learnings From A Purpose Expert

Eleanor Carter
September 2021
Eleanor Carter

Hear from Purpose Expert, Phil Preston, on the first indicator in the universal World Economic Forum’s ESG framework: Setting Purpose.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

COVID-19 And Its Impact On Funding

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Changes to the workforce, the way services are delivered, funding and revenue have all affected a sector that is already resource constrained.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

How Outcome Findings Can Help Us To Be More

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Having visibility of your program outcomes is a great way to learn what is working and what isn’t. Armed with this information, you learn how to continue.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Choosing The Right Metrics For Your Measurement Project

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Metrics help to quantify a program’s outcomes. They act as a signpost indicating whether change has occurred, and the direction of that change.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

What Does Your Outcomes Readiness Score Say About Your Organization?

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Getting your organization ready for outcomes measurement is an incredibly valuable process to ensure longevity of your outcomes journey.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Six Steps To Getting Your Organization Outcomes Ready

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Key success factors to measuring outcomes is the capacity, capability and commitment of an organization to implement change.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Overcoming Data Collection Hurdles

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Data collection is the make-or-break stage of every outcomes measurement journey and requires the right tooling and systems to support.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Building Internal Alignment In The Face Of Change

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

These days, nonprofits need to be incredibly efficient, resilient, and able to capitalise on opportunities to grow.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

How to Use a Materiality Assessment to Update Your Sustainability and Corporate Strategy

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
May 2025
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Discover how materiality assessments can sharpen your sustainability strategy, prioritize ESG issues, and drive long-term business success.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Double Materiality: What To Do in Year Two?

Kate Smith
April 2025
Kate Smith

Streamline your Year 2 DMA: refine insights, reuse data, and stay CSRD-compliant without starting from scratch.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

How to Build a Sustainable Value Chain for CSRD Compliance

Kate Smith
March 2025
Kate Smith

Learn how to build a sustainable value chain for CSRD compliance, reduce environmental impact, enhance transparency, and drive long-term business success.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Navigating the Impacts of the Omnibus: Mandatory Reporting Remains

Kate Smith
March 2025
Kate Smith

The EU’s Omnibus Simplification Proposal raises critical questions about corporate sustainability reporting, but global mandatory standards remain.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Why Double Materiality is Here to Stay

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
February 2025
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Sustainability reporting is evolving rapidly, yet double materiality remains a cornerstone of high-quality disclosures. Why it matters and what it means.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The Future of Sustainability: 5 Trends Shaping 2025

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Discover 5 sustainability trends shaping 2025, from the evolving regulation landscape to AI. Learn how businesses can navigate challenges and drive impact.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Investing in Sustainability: How to Budget for ESG Success in 2025

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Plan your 2025 sustainability budget with expert insights on ESG costs, compliance, and impact reporting to drive long-term business success.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Materiality’s Role in Impactful Sustainability Reporting

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Learn how to conduct a materiality assessment for CSRD, GRI, and IFRS compliance. Discover key insights on reporting, stakeholder engagement, and strategy.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

The End of Greenwashing? Why 2025 Is a Pivotal Year for ESG Accountability

Kate Smith
February 2025
Kate Smith

Stricter ESG laws in 2025 are raising the stakes for businesses. Learn how to avoid greenwashing, ensure compliance, and build trust with real impact.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

2025: The Countdown to Mandatory Sustainability Reporting Begins

Kate Smith
January 2025
Kate Smith

2025 is the year to prepare for mandatory sustainability reporting. Learn key regulations, actionable steps, and strategies to ensure compliance by 2026.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

The Backlash on DEI Programs: Risks of Ignoring Double Materiality

Eric Darrisaw
January 2025
Eric Darrisaw

Right-wing opposition to DEI programs risks compliance, investor trust, and profits. Double materiality under EU CSRD is key to mitigating these impacts.

Eric Darrisaw
Eric Darrisaw

Building Your Sustainability Playbook: A 5-Step Guide for New In-House Practitioners

Kate Smith
January 2025
Kate Smith

Discover our 5-step guide for new in-house sustainability practitioners to develop a robust, actionable sustainability strategy for their organization.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Understanding the Value of Materiality Assessments: Bridging the Gap in Sustainability Buy-In

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Despite sustainability's growing prominence, not every leader within an organization is fully aligned on the need for or the value of ESG initiatives.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Mastering Double Materiality Assessments with GRI & IFRS

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Why the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are indispensable to the Double Materiality process.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

How to Conduct a Double Materiality Assessment (DMA) Stakeholder Interview

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Stakeholder interviews are a crucial part of a Double Materiality Assessment (DMA), providing important insights from the people who are directly affected.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Top 5 Benefits of Using Software to Streamline Your Materiality Assessment Process

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

With materiality software, companies and consultants alike can streamline and enhance their materiality assessments for better outcomes.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Avoiding Common Pitfalls in CSRD Double Materiality Assessments

Kate Smith
December 2024
Kate Smith

Ensure your double materiality assessment aligns with CSRD/ESRS requirements to avoid costly mistakes and common pitfalls.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Understanding and Assessing the Value Chain in a CSRD-Compliant Double Materiality Assessment

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) requires companies to report on material impacts that may occur in their value chains.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Identifying Impacts, Risks, and Opportunities for CSRD Compliance

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

The CSRD requires companies to report on their sustainability performance, including their impacts, risks, and opportunities.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

The First Five Steps for a New Sustainability Hire

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

Here are five key steps to establish yourself, assess the program you’ve inherited, and lay a solid foundation for impactful action as a new ESG hire.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

How to Prepare for ASRS: Report with Confidence and Clarity

Kate Smith
November 2024
Kate Smith

The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) mark a transformative moment for corporate transparency, taking effect on 1 January 2025.

Kate Smith
Kate Smith

Navigating Sustainability in Logistics: Key Materiality Insights from Top 300 Companies

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
October 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The Logistics Industry Materiality Benchmarking Report provides an in-depth look at how the top 300 logistics companies are addressing sustainability.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Getting the Green Light: Securing Budget for Sustainability

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
October 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The introduction of stringent sustainability and ESG compliance frameworks means organizations must align their budgets to support these requirements.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

How to Build a Successful Sustainability Roadmap: Five Foundational Steps

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
August 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Understand the five foundational steps every sustainability roadmap needs to have. From building support to taking action, we'll unpack each step.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Effective Stakeholder Engagement in Double Materiality Assessments

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
July 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Uncover effective stakeholder engagement best practices for your double materiality assessment process.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Kickstart Your Sustainability Journey: The Power of Materiality Assessments

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

One common misstep is starting the sustainability journey uninformed of what's really important, which is where materiality assessments come into play.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ASRS Readiness: How prepared is your business for Australia’s climate-related financial disclosures?

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Climate-related financial disclosures are becoming mandatory in Australia. The Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) will require companies,

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

SEC Climate Rule: Materiality - Great in Principle, Harder to Apply in Practice

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
March 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The SEC approved the long-awaited climate disclosure ruling this March. Many of the disclosures are expressly tied to materiality.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

How to Run a Double Materiality Assessment

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
February 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

A step-by-step guide to run a single or double materiality assessment in-house. Socialsuite's simple and affordable software can streamline this process.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Sustainability and ESG Trends for 2024

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
January 2024
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Let’s take stock of what key thought leaders, practitioners, and experts believe to be the main focus areas for sustainability in 2024.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

California signed the Climate Accountability Package into law: Are you prepared for mandatory climate disclosure?

Seth Forman
October 2023
Seth Forman

Climate mandates are now a reality in the U.S. -- but where do you start? It can feel overwhelming trying to find a place to start when you’ve never had to

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

ESG and Sustainability Single and Double Materiality Assessment Software

Seth Forman
October 2023
Seth Forman

Materiality assessments are essential as one of the first steps in an organization's journey to navigate the complex landscape of sustainability reporting.

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

ASX Webinar Highlights Key Steps for Small and Mid-Cap Companies in ESG Reporting, Featuring Expert Insights from Socialsuite

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG Reporting for Small and Mid-Cap Companies," hosted by the ASX, featured several speakers who shared insights on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governa

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Your Sustainable Supply Chain: It’s Time For Microcaps To Report On ESG

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

The small and micro cap companies that get ahead of ESG trends and start their journey sooner rather than later will be in a better position to capitaliz

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Australia's ESG Reporting Faces Challenges Despite Increased Focus

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG reporting is crucial for Australian companies, given the increasing focus on sustainable investing and growing demand for responsible corporate behavio

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

10 Ways Companies Can Get in Trouble with Greenwashing

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Greenwashing is the practice of making exaggerated or misleading claims about a product or service's environmental benefits, with the intention of deceivin

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Non-Disclosure of Incidents: A Rising Concern in Corporate World

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

To maintain trust and attract investment, companies must prioritize transparency and disclosure of ESG-related incidents. This means being proactive in ide

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Walmart Sued for Failing to Disclose Employee Discrimination Claims

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The case highlights the importance of ESG considerations in corporate reporting, particularly in relation to employee-related issues.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG Regulations: States and Countries Introduce Laws to Promote Sustainability

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

As governments around the world seek to promote sustainability and corporate responsibility, ESG regulations are likely to become even more widespread. Com

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Impact Reports: Driving Corporate Responsibility and Generating Positive Results

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Impact reports are crucial documents that outline a company's social and environmental impact, both positive and negative. They enable companies to underst

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Navigating ESG Methodologies and Regulations: A Guide for Companies

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
April 2023
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Navigating the ESG landscape can be challenging, but it is essential for companies seeking to operate responsibly and avoid legal fines. By using ESG repor

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

How Volkswagen's $14.7 Billion Fine for Emissions Scandal Led to Today's ESG Laws

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

The Volkswagen emissions scandal was a watershed moment for ESG investing, driving the development of modern ESG laws and regulations and highlighting the

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Large Public Companies Lead in Sustainability Reporting, Leaving Smaller Public and Private Companies Behind

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

ESG considerations become more important to investors and stakeholders, companies that fail to report on their sustainability practices risk losing market

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Small and Mid-sized Companies are Increasingly Prioritizing ESG Disclosures, According to McKinsey Report

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

ESG reporting is becoming an essential part of doing business, regardless of company size. As more investors and stakeholders demand transparency and accou

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

SEC Task Force and Tumultuous 2022 Reveal Legislative and Executive Concerns on ESG

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

SEC task force and the events of 2022 reveal that ESG is a critical concern for both legislative and executive bodies. CEOs should take note of

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

SEC Head Urges Clear Rules for Climate and ESG Disclosures

Seth Forman
April 2023
Seth Forman

Companies should be disclosing five key items related to ESG: greenhouse gas emissions, management of climate-related risks, human capital management

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Understanding Materiality and Priorities

Seth Forman
March 2023
Seth Forman

A materiality assessment is an important part of a standardized and structured ESG framework

Seth Forman
Seth Forman

Getting started: 5 steps to your ESG journey

Eleanor Carter
January 2023
Eleanor Carter

Here are five steps to starting your ESG reporting journey with Socialsuite.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

The intersection between ESG and Sustainability

Ann Luong
September 2022
Ann Luong

At first glance, ESG and sustainability might look synonymous and drawing comparisons can seem like semantics. But there's a difference between the two.

Ann Luong
Ann Luong

Institutional investors demanding ESG disclosure

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
August 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Institutional investors are facing increasing pressure to invest responsibly and consider Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) factors.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

US Climate Bill makes ESG a reality

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
August 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

The game-changer US Climate Bill (the Inflation Reduction Act) is going to change America for decades, if not forever, and embedding ESG.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Commitment to zero-carbon projects pays off for Minbos Resources

Ann Luong
July 2022
Ann Luong

Minbos Resources has long been practicing sustainability. The company's commitment to responsible ESG practices of its resources is paying off.

Ann Luong
Ann Luong

How Diversity and Inclusion drives innovation and positive ESG outcomes

Ann Luong
July 2022
Ann Luong

Businesses everywhere are facing pressure to move from shareholder to stakeholder value.

Ann Luong
Ann Luong

ESG misconceptions of small cap executives

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Socialsuite lists the most common misconceptions about ESG, and some takeaway actions for executives to consider.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Ignoring ESG is a key risk for mining companies

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

ESG issues is essential for companies seeking investor dollars, regulatory approvals, and the social license to operate.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Is Elon Musk confused about ESG or does Tesla have a point about Impact?

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Widespread confusion reigns about what Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) actually is or ought to be.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Climate on the agenda in Australia

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
June 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Climate action is finally top of the agenda in Australia — a top priority for voters, for investors, and for corporate Australia.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Connecting sustainability goals to ESG disclosures

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
January 2022
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Socialsuite explains the difference between the SDGs and ESG reporting.

Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom
Dr. Tim Siegenbeek van Heukelom

Board members must drive ESG action

Eleanor Carter
January 2022
Eleanor Carter

It is vital that board members reflect on the types of disclosures that their investors seek, and respond with an established and compelling ESG narrative.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

ESG for Fund Managers and Portfolio companies

Brad Gurrie
October 2021
Brad Gurrie

Hear from Socialsuite’s CEO, Brad Gurrie, on how Socialsuite brings ease and practically to fund managers and their portfolio companies.

Brad Gurrie
Brad Gurrie

The Importance Of Embracing Your Purpose Statement

Eleanor Carter
September 2021
Eleanor Carter

Three ways a Purpose Statement can impact your organization.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

Five Key Learnings From A Purpose Expert

Eleanor Carter
September 2021
Eleanor Carter

Hear from Purpose Expert, Phil Preston, on the first indicator in the universal World Economic Forum’s ESG framework: Setting Purpose.

Eleanor Carter
Eleanor Carter

The pros of standardised outcomes measurement

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Standardized Outcomes Measurement and why it matters

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

How nonprofits can build resilience in the face of adversity

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Covid-19 and how nonprofits can build resilience in the face of adversity

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Mapping your Theory of Change for the first time? Start here.

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

What is a Theory of Change? A Theory of Change refers to intended consequences using the concept of if-then.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Ready to level up? Learn how to create a powerful Theory of Change for your organization

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Use Socialsuite to create a powerful Theory of Change for your organization

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Introducing outcomes measurement to your staff

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Introduce outcomes measurement to your nonprofit staff with Socialsuite social impact

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Outcomes social services organisations are measuring now

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Outcomes measurement for Social Service organizations

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Introducing outcomes measurement to your Board and Leadership Team

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

If your Board and leadership team is new to outcomes and social impact measurement, here are some simple talking points from Socialsuite

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

The difference between an Output and an Outcome

Dr Clara Ong
December 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Socialsuite explains the difference between an Output and an Outcome in impact measurement

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Two show-stopping features every outcomes report needs

Dr Clara Ong
October 2021
Dr Clara Ong

This article will cover two show-stopping features that would boost credibility in any outcomes report.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

COVID-19 And Its Impact On Funding

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Changes to the workforce, the way services are delivered, funding and revenue have all affected a sector that is already resource constrained.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

How Outcome Findings Can Help Us To Be More

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Having visibility of your program outcomes is a great way to learn what is working and what isn’t. Armed with this information, you learn how to continue.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Choosing The Right Metrics For Your Measurement Project

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Metrics help to quantify a program’s outcomes. They act as a signpost indicating whether change has occurred, and the direction of that change.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

What Does Your Outcomes Readiness Score Say About Your Organization?

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Getting your organization ready for outcomes measurement is an incredibly valuable process to ensure longevity of your outcomes journey.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Six Steps To Getting Your Organization Outcomes Ready

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Key success factors to measuring outcomes is the capacity, capability and commitment of an organization to implement change.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Overcoming Data Collection Hurdles

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

Data collection is the make-or-break stage of every outcomes measurement journey and requires the right tooling and systems to support.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

Building Internal Alignment In The Face Of Change

Dr Clara Ong
September 2021
Dr Clara Ong

These days, nonprofits need to be incredibly efficient, resilient, and able to capitalise on opportunities to grow.

Dr Clara Ong
Dr Clara Ong

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