The German Mittelstand and U.S. companies are being urged to take action on sustainability and carbon reporting laws. In both countries, the laws require companies to disclose their carbon footprint, energy consumption and other environmental impacts. Failure to comply could result in fines and reputational damage.
Watch this video to learn more about what actions companies can take now to avoid potential legal and financial consequences. We’ll also discuss ways to embrace sustainability as a key driver of innovation and competitiveness.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the sustainability and carbon reporting laws in Germany and the U.S., as well as their implications for your business.
- Learn how to measure and report carbon emissions, energy consumption and other environmental impacts.
- Identify potential risks of non-compliance, including legal and financial consequences and reputational damage.
- Explore the benefits of sustainability reporting, including improved efficiency, reduced costs and enhanced reputation.
- Develop strategies for integrating sustainability into business operations, and learn how sustainability efforts can drive innovation and competitiveness.
Speakers
Joe Haehner, CPA, MBA | Partner, Risk & Accounting Advisory Services, Cherry Bekaert
Christian Riede, MEng/MBA | Vice President Technology Advisory & Sustainability OMMAX/ESGvolution
