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Exploring the CSDDD

SustainabilityNovember 26, 2024
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Learn about the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and the importance of compliance

The CSDDD, also known as CS Triple D or CS3D, requires in-scope EU and non-EU organizations to conduct human rights and environmental due diligence across their operations, subsidiaries and value chains. To comply, organizations must identify, prevent, mitigate and account for negative human rights and environmental impacts.

In our latest white paper, "Exploring the CSDDD", we delve into the sustainability due diligence directive, covering its importance, challenges, who it applies to, compliance, the benefits and more.

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What you'll find in our white paper

  • What and why the CSDDD?

    We briefly outline the directive, its history, purpose and key requirements.

  • Who the CSDDD applies to?

    The companies affected by the directive, their compliance deadline and first disclosure date.

  • Achieving compliance

    The key ways to comply and, crucially, avoid penalties like hefty fines.

  • The benefits of compliance

    The list of advantages and why compliance is necessary.

See about the CSDDD and prepare to comply
Download our white paper today to understand the complex directive and your next steps. Whether you are starting your CSDDD compliance journey or a bit further down the road, our global network of experts is ready to support your exact mission.

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