Morning Session: The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Value Creation

Presenter: Lauren Hyatt, Senior Sustainability Consultant, Bureau Veritas

The CSRD introduces new layers of complexity to the sustainability reporting landscape, prompting businesses to adopt practical strategies that turn compliance into an opportunity for growth and innovation.

In this session, Bureau Veritas will lead a workshop designed to help organisations not only meet CSRD requirements but also leverage them for value creation.

Aimed at professionals in sustainability, finance, and corporate governance, the session will move beyond theory, offering actionable insights. Key topics will include:

✓ Double materiality assessments
✓ Value chain mapping
✓ Stakeholder engagement
✓ The 12 European Sustainability Reporting Standards
(ESRS) and disclosure requirements
✓ Integrating ESRS into reporting processes

Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, participants will leave with practical strategies to enhance reporting processes, ensure compliance, and generate long-term value for their organisations.

Afternoon Session: Overcoming the Challenges of Scope 3 Emissions Reporting

Presenter: George Anderson, Senior Carbon Specialist, Bureau Veritas

Scope 3 emissions, which occur throughout a company’s value chain, typically account for the majority of a business’s emissions. Accurately measuring and reporting Scope 3 emissions is crucial for identifying emission hotspots, managing risks, building trust with stakeholders, and supporting decarbonisation efforts.

However, there are several challenges to accurately measuring Scope 3 emissions, including the scale of emissions in large value chains, lack of accurate data, varying methodologies, and the resource-intensive nature of calculations.

In this session, George Anderson will examine these challenges, explore their implications, and discuss potential ways to overcome them. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Scope 3 emissions reporting and strategies to improve their organisation’s approach.

This session will be hosted by Bureau Veritas and is available online or at the CBA offices in Crewe (Chemical Business Association, Group House, Crewe Business Pk, Southmere Court, Electra Way, Crewe CW1 6GU). For pricing information please see the booking form on this page.

To attend, send completed booking forms to events@chemical.org.uk