Upcoming Events

Wednesday 26th November 2025, 11:00am to 12:30pm Webinar

Trade Series Webinar on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Sustainability.

Gain practical insights into how ESG and sustainability practices can help your business remain competitive, compliant, and future-ready.

Webinar Agenda

• ESG – What it means for SMEs
• Introduction to ESG principles
• Key drivers: regulation, investor interest, customer expectations.
• Why ESG matters for SMEs now, not just large corporates
• Challenges and opportunities for SME
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Overview of emerging ESG and Sustainability reporting requirements

• EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
• UK sustainability and climate disclosure rules
• Timeline and thresholds: who is affected and when
• Indirect implications for SMEs, including supply chain expectations

Practical Guidance on ESG implementation for SMEs

• How to get started: ESG frameworks suitable for SMEs (GRI, B Corp, SDGs)
• Cost effective tools and resources
• Building internal capability and securing leadership buy-in