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Facing up to the challenge Sustainability reports are undoubtedly one of the most effective ways to communicate an organisation's ESG approach. Done well they can speak to a whole host of stakeholders including customers, investors, employees and rating agencies. However, as someone who's been an in-house sustainability manager and produced their own company's sustainability report, I know firsthand that it can be a real challenge. It's a juggle – one that combines many press

Streamlined energy and carbon reporting (SECR) is the first bit of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions compliance that companies in the UK face. SECR compliance becomes relevant when your company becomes quoted, or grows to be a large company/LLP, defined as meeting two of the following three criteria: 250 employees, £36 million turnover, and an £18 million balance sheet. At this point you need to include SECR content in your Annual Report published at Companies House. The conten

ESG is now embedded throughout UK government procurement. Depending on the contract, suppliers may be assessed on carbon reduction targets, social value, modern slavery controls, cyber security and payment practices. Understanding these requirements early can significantly improve your chances of success when bidding for government work. ESG requirements for government contracts Government requirements for public procurement are communicated via Procurement Policy Notes (PPNs