If you manufacture cement, steel, aluminium, fertilisers, or hydrogen outside the EU and sell to European customers, you've probably started receiving some unusual requests lately. Data requests. Emissions data, specifically. And not the generic sustainability numbers you might have shared before—something much more detailed. Here's what's happening, why it matters to your business, and what you can do about it. Why your EU customers suddenly care about your emissions The EU'

If you're importing cement, steel, aluminium, fertilisers, or hydrogen into the EU, you've probably already heard about CBAM. The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism is now in its definitive phase, and the clock is ticking. But here's the part nobody warned you about: your biggest headache won't be understanding the regulation. It will be getting the right data from your suppliers. The new reality of 2026 Since January 1, 2026, CBAM has moved beyond reporting. Now, importers m

How Google is using AI for ESG reporting Google has been testing AI in their own sustainability reporting for almost two years. They finally decided to share what they've learned—and the timing couldn't be more interesting. Their core message is practical: sustainability teams are hitting capacity limits. Between fragmented data, manual processes, and the constant churn of changing standards, there's barely any time left for the work that actually matters. AI, in their view,

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At times, it seems we may have overlooked the fundamental reason why we follow the law. It is not merely about ensuring compliance, it is about identifying opportunities for growth and enhancement within our organizations. The legal framework that governs our actions should not be viewed merely as a set of constraints, but rather as a foundation upon which we can build a more sustainable and innovative future. Instead of just saying "I have to do this" take a moment to dig

I'm writing about this because, let's face it, sometimes life throws too much at you and you end up having a little meltdown. Some of you are already in the know about ESG, what it means, and what VSME and ESRS are all about. But hey, a little refresher never hurt anyone, right? Plus, I'm here to break it down into plain english and highlight the benefits. To begin, I would like to clearly explain the position of VSME, the concept of ESG, and the reason for the existence of E