CSDDD & CSRD – Step-by-Step Guide to Align Compliance Efforts for the EU’s Directives

EU Member States and Parliament approved recently the ‘Stop-the-clock' directive, which delays reporting requirements under CSRD and CSDDD as part of the proposed Omnibus simplification package. Despite this announcement many companies still need to continue working towards CSRD and CSDDD compliance. 

The reporting requirements introduced whereby far the most advanced and challenging to date. Whatever the result for the Omnibus, this is your time to align with best in class sustainability reporting and due diligence measures. 

Intertek’s sustainability experts have drafted this comprehensive whitepaper which provides a step-by-step approach to aligning your sustainability due diligence and reporting efforts, ensuring full compliance with both directives. 

By completing this form, you submit your information to Intertek, who will use it to communicate with you regarding the CSR Directive and related services.

Update: The below Whitepaper was based on information following the first transposition of the CSRD from the European Union. As of the 26 February 2025, the EU Commission launched a proposal Omnibus review of a number of associated EU Sustainability focused legislations, after lobbying from a number of EU countries. The main changes announced under this Omnibus proposal may differ from the original enforced legislations stated in this Whitepaper. To know about the latest changes, please reach out Intertek’s Sustainability experts at ba.csrd@intertek.com.