{"id":31960,"date":"2025-02-27T15:14:49","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T14:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laragon.es\/brussels-proposes-to-delay-csrd-and-reduce-its-requirements-leaving-80-of-companies-out-of-mandatory-reporting\/"},"modified":"2025-02-27T16:10:28","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T15:10:28","slug":"brussels-proposes-to-delay-csrd-and-reduce-its-requirements-leaving-80-of-companies-out-of-mandatory-reporting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.laragon.es\/en\/brussels-proposes-to-delay-csrd-and-reduce-its-requirements-leaving-80-of-companies-out-of-mandatory-reporting\/","title":{"rendered":"Brussels proposes to delay CSRD and reduce its requirements, leaving 80% of companies out of mandatory reporting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
In a move that could transform the regulatory framework for corporate sustainability in the European Union, the European Commission has proposed delaying the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)<\/strong> by two years and significantly modifying its requirements. The measure, which is part of the so-called \u201cSimplification Omnibus Package\u201d,<\/em> seeks to reduce the administrative burdens imposed on companies by 25%<\/strong>, as stated in the official document<\/a>, equivalent to an estimated saving of 40 billion euros. <\/p>\n\n If the reform is approved, the number of companies required to file sustainability reports would be reduced by 80%,<\/strong> as the threshold for CSRD application will increase from 250 to more than 1,000 employees. <\/strong>In addition, the elimination of sectoral standards and the elimination of more stringent audits <\/strong>will ease the requirements for companies that are still required to report. <\/p>\n\n Delay in deadlines:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n New definition of affected companies:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Goodbye to sectoral standards:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Less audit burden:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n New voluntary standard for SMEs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n The new rules will significantly reduce the amount of sustainability information available in Europe. According to Commission estimates included in the document, around 80,000 companies would be exempted<\/strong> from the reporting obligation. <\/p>\n\n This poses a risk to the availability of data in financial markets, <\/strong>as investors and banks could lose access to environmental and social impact information. A reduction in the integration of ESG factors in investment decisions is also expected. <\/p>\n\n To mitigate these effects, the Commission has announced the creation of a 100 billion euro fund for industrial decarbonization, with the aim of supporting the green transition without compromising business competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n In addition to the CSRD, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)<\/strong> will also undergo substantial modifications:<\/p>\n\n Companies’ liability is limited to direct suppliers (Tier 1):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Climate transition plans are reduced to a \u201ccheck box exercise\u201d:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Weaker sanctions and lower legal liability:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Delayed implementation until 2028:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n Las modificaciones propuestas han desatado un intenso debate entre empresas, legisladores y grupos ambientalistas. Mientras que el sector empresarial y las c\u00e1maras de comercio celebran la reducci\u00f3n de costos y la mayor flexibilidad, argumentando que este alivio regulatorio fortalecer\u00e1 la competitividad de las empresas europeas frente a sus rivales en EE.UU. y Asia, las organizaciones ecologistas y ONGs alertan sobre los riesgos que conlleva la disminuci\u00f3n del alcance de la CSRD, advirtiendo que podr\u00eda generar un “gran vac\u00edo de datos” en la UE. <\/p>\n\n On the other hand, the CBAM reform has also generated expectations in the commercial sphere. The introduction of an annual threshold of 50 tons for importers will exempt small market players from obligations, reducing bureaucracy without significantly affecting emissions coverage. In addition, stricter mechanisms will be implemented to prevent evasion practices and ensure the long-term effectiveness of this mechanism. <\/p>\n\n At the same time, some MEPs criticize that the reform weakens the CSDDD by limiting due diligence only to direct suppliers, which in their view renders it practically inoperative. The proposal will now have to be reviewed by the European Parliament and the Council of the EU, where it could still undergo modifications before final approval. <\/p>\n\n At ALL4, we are committed to providing our clients with the tools and knowledge<\/a> necessary to comply with these standards and maximize their positive ESG and EHS impact. <\/a>Our comprehensive approach helps companies navigate this new regulatory landscape, promoting responsible practices that strengthen the sustainability of their value chains. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In a move that could transform the regulatory framework for corporate sustainability in the European Union, the European Commission has proposed delaying the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) by two years and significantly modifying its requirements. 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Keys to CSRD reform<\/h2>\n\n
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1.2 Impact on transparency and markets<\/h2>\n\n
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2. CSDDD changes: Laxer due diligence and delayed implementation<\/h2>\n\n
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3. Reactions and political debate<\/h2>\n\n