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      We are excited to introduce you to ESG District, an initiative from De Tijd/L’Echo, KPMG and BNP Paribas Fortis. This expert platform brings together expertise, exciting cases, sustainability reports and an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) assistant to provide companies with inspiration and valuable insights on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).

      Sustainability has transitioned from a peripheral concern within corporate social responsibility (CSR) to becoming a fundamental cornerstone for ensuring long-term survival. This is why we should all, especially businesses, invest in sustainability. It is time to act today, and we are here to guide you, our clients, in the right direction.

      Through ESG District, we will feature expert articles, combined with relevant client testimonials, in which our experts will discuss ESG topics such as Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), Double Materiality Assessment (DMA), Data and Technology for ESG reporting, etc. Through this initiative, we want to keep the importance of ESG issues top of mind, signal a sense of urgency, and motivate you to take action today.


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      Research shows Belgian firms struggle to turn cyber awareness into budgets, ownership, and results.

      How independent verification builds credibility and creates value.

      Today’s world is just 7% circular.

      With AI and automation, UCB turns ESG goals into performance and strategic impact.

      Turning sustainability into measurable progress and shared opportunities.

      Voluntary ESG reporting shows how sustainability can drive trust, transparency, and long-term value across an entire organization.

      The Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs helps start sustainability reporting, even if not legally required.

      With KPMG’s support, BESIX turns climate goals into daily action across global sites.

      The implementation of the CSRD brings a range of legal challenges to the forefront of sustainability reporting.

      Despite regulatory changes, businesses must stay on track with comprehensive sustainability reporting.

      From now on, large companies in Europe must map their impact on people and the environment.

      Companies should view sustainability regulations as an opportunity to innovate and grow, not as a mandatory task.

      Greenwashing harms consumers and investors who consciously choose sustainable products and companies.

      When it comes to corporate sustainability, few aspects have as much impact as the way we get to and from work.

      The Need for Robust Internal Controls in Sustainability Reporting.

      Integrating ESG strategy with overall business strategy effectively bridges the perceived gap between theory and practice.

      There are limited obligations in terms of sustainability, making investments largely dependent on the company's ambitions.

      Increased expectations from employees and consumers are compelling companies to look beyond the mere financial gains.

      The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) includes more than 300 data points that are relevant to companies.

      A double materiality assessment helps companies better understand their impact on the climate and vice versa.

      European Directive imposes requirements on how companies will need to report on their sustainability activities.

      The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) brings changes that many companies are not prepared for.

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      Invest in sustainability today. It's time to act, and we are here to guide you, our clients, in the right direction. Read on to explore how we can help our contact our experts to know more.

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      Companies should be held accountable for the impact their business has on society as a whole. As such, sustainability goes beyond simply detecting, preventing and reducing the potential negative impact of business operations. It’s about stimulating positive impact and contributing meaningfully to solving global challenges. It’s about looking past short-term financial results and adopting a more long-term performance outlook that also takes into consideration the interests of a wider community of stakeholders.

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