Sustainability Training is a comprehensive program that builds professional reporting, data management and ESG compliance capabilities within the GRI Standards 2021, CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) and ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards) frameworks. As global regulations expand rapidly, companies are now moving beyond voluntary reporting toward mandatory, auditable and standardized sustainability reporting.
This training is designed for professionals who prepare sustainability reports, ESG managers, audit and assurance teams, as well as corporate communications and investor relations teams. Participants learn both the GRI reporting infrastructure and the CSRD/ESRS-compliant data architecture together.
Training Scope
GRI Standards 2021 Structure
| Standard Group | Content |
|---|---|
| Universal Standards | GRI 1: Foundation, GRI 2: General Disclosures, GRI 3: Material Topics |
| Sector Standards | Sector-specific reporting frameworks such as oil & gas, mining and agriculture |
| Topic Standards | 200 (Economic), 300 (Environmental) and 400 (Social) series indicators |
CSRD and ESRS Standard Structure
| Category | Standards |
|---|---|
| Cross-cutting Standards | ESRS 1: General Requirements, ESRS 2: General Disclosures |
| Environmental | E1 Climate, E2 Pollution, E3 Water, E4 Biodiversity, E5 Circular Economy |
| Social | S1 Workforce, S2 Value Chain, S3 Communities, S4 Consumers |
| Governance | G1 Business Ethics and Transparency |
Training Program (8 Days / Modular Structure)
GRI Module (4 Days)
- GRI 1-2-3 core reporting principles and organizational disclosures
- Materiality analysis and stakeholder engagement process
- Topic Standards (Environmental, Social and Economic indicators)
- Report writing, GRI Content Index and assurance process
- Reporting logic aligned with CSRD/ESRS
CSRD & ESRS Module (4 Days)
- CSRD scope, transition process and EU regulatory framework
- Double materiality analysis
- ESRS environmental, social and governance standards
- Climate risk scenario analysis (TCFD / IFRS S2 alignment)
- Digital reporting (ESEF / XBRL)
- Independent assurance and case studies
Double Materiality
Double materiality, the core approach of the CSRD, requires the joint assessment of both environmental/social impacts and financial risks.
- Impact materiality: The company's impacts on the environment and society
- Financial materiality: The effect of sustainability topics on financial performance
- Matrix design: Identifying priority topics
- Stakeholder engagement: Data collection and analysis processes
Training Outcomes
- Command of the GRI, CSRD and ESRS frameworks
- Ability to perform double materiality analysis
- Building ESG data collection and reporting infrastructure
- Applying climate risk and scenario analysis
- Producing GRI Content Index and ESRS-compliant reports
- Knowledge of digital reporting (XBRL/ESEF)
- Preparation for independent assurance processes
Who Should Attend?
- Sustainability and ESG managers
- Reporting and compliance teams
- Investor relations specialists
- Corporate communications professionals
- Audit and independent assurance teams
- Sustainability consultants
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are GRI and CSRD the same thing?
No. GRI is a voluntary reporting framework, whereas CSRD is an EU directive that carries legal obligations.
- Is this training suitable for beginners?
Yes. It progresses from fundamental concepts through to advanced applications.
- Does CSRD apply in Türkiye?
Not directly, but Turkish companies that are EU subsidiaries fall within its scope indirectly.
Sustainability is no longer just reporting; it is an auditable management system at the heart of corporate strategy.