A discussion between a large company and their challenges on supply chain climate action and sustainability and an SME company

SMEs are facing strong expectations to make their business models more sustainable. EU and national legislation, such as on sustainability reporting and due diligence, will impact SMEs both directly and indirectly through ‘trickle-down’ demands from larger businesses, banks and the public sector. In parallel, consumers, investors and new generations expect businesses of all sizes to align with society’s sustainability ambitions. In this discussion we’ll explore:

• Starting your sustainability journey
• Developing a sustainability strategy
• Financing sustainable business transformation
• Climate and the environment, waste and the circular economy, social sustainability including the important role of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) for SMEs
• Communication and reporting