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Building CSRD capabilities from scratch is challenging - especially when internal resources are limited. Axell Group, a European logistics and finance provider, needed a solution to navigate CSRD compliance efficiently while building internal expertise at the same time. With Coolset, Axell Group is now able to: → Structure CSRD onboarding with step-by-step guidance and templates. → Empower internal teams to take ownership of the reporting process. → Reduce costs and dependency by avoiding external consultancy models. Under the leadership of Agnieszka Góra, Axell Group is building a strong, lasting foundation for sustainability reporting, and we're proud to support them on this journey. Read the customer story via the link in the comments.

What was Coolset’s reaction to the CSRD rollback? How did it reshape the product strategy? And what would our founders do differently if they were running ESG at a 500-person company right now? We asked our co-founders David and Konstantinos all this - and more - in an honest interview that covers investor vs. regulator expectations, overlooked technical challenges in ESG, and why some reporting practices need to be left behind. → Link in comments

Meld je aan voor onze gezamenlijke webinar over VSME – de vrijwillige ESG-rapportagestandaard voor MKB’s. Steeds meer MKB-bedrijven kiezen ervoor om vrijwillig ESG te blijven rapporteren – zelfs nu ze niet meer CSRD-plichtig zijn. Waarom? Omdat de behoefte aan transparantie blijft – bij klanten, financiers en ketenpartners. En omdat het VSME-framework een werkbaar alternatief biedt om ESG-beleid concreet, gestructureerd en toekomstgericht vast te leggen. Deze donderdag organiseren we samen met Good Growth Collective een compacte webinar (30 minuten) over VSME: de vrijwillige ESG-rapportagestandaard voor MKB’s. Je krijgt inzicht over: → Hoe VSME helpt om ESG-strategieën helder te formuleren zonder onnodige complexiteit → Wat de praktische roadmap is richting rapportage: DMA-light, risicoanalyse en datapunten → Hoe je ESG-inspanningen vertaalt naar tastbare waarde voor je organisatie In deze sessie nemen Stef van Kleef (Good Growth Collective) en Jasper Akkermans (Coolset) je mee in hoe je VSME praktisch toepast – met inzichten uit zowel theorie als de dagelijkse praktijk. Datum en tijd: Woensdag 24 april - 11:00 – 11:30 CEST Registreer via de link in de comments – ook als je liever later de opname bekijkt.

Introducing our latest product: Coolset for Consultants! ⚡️ A new way for sustainability advisors to shift the dynamic from one-off projects to lasting client relationships. Starting today, consultants can supercharge their work with the leading ESG platform for mid-market enterprises. Over the years, we’ve had hundreds of requests for a product built specifically for advisory firms. Something that combines our foundational ESG software with the ability to expand your role across the value chain and unlock predictable, recurring revenue. And it hadn’t truly clicked for us, until now. I believe there’s a natural inflection point where the impact of technology reaches its limits, and human expertise becomes the force multiplier. And I’m excited we get to play at that intersection going forward. Let's go!

CSRD reporting is delayed until 2028 - what should companies do in the meantime? The recent Omnibus announcement and “stop-the-clock” vote pushed CSRD reporting for companies with over 1,000 employees back by more than two years. For many organisations that were already underway with ESG reporting, the delay introduced more questions than clarity. So where do you go from here? Click through our carousel to find out.

Last week, Pascal Canfin — Omnibus negotiator for the European Parliament's Renew Group — confirmed that four key political groups have agreed to prioritize Omnibus negotiations: Renew Europe, the European People's Party (EPP), the Socialists and Democrats Group in the European Parliament (S&D), and the European Greens. Holding 454 of 720 seats, the four-party bloc is well-positioned to drive negotiations. The partnership marks an important moment. It shows that the European Parliament is aligning around a centrist coalition capable of moving forward ESG regulation, excluding the more radical anti-ESG factions, including Patriots for Europe and the European Conservatives, from the core negotiations. Why this four-party coalition matters: The Omnibus aims to streamline overlapping ESG frameworks like CSRD, EU Taxonomy, and CSDDD. With these four groups forming a potential coalition, the process is likely to deliver more coherence — without scaling back ambition: → EPP brings focus on competitiveness and simplification → S&D defends strong social and labor protections → Renew emphasizes alignment and legal clarity → Greens ensure environmental ambition stays intact With this coalition driving negotiations, the Omnibus is unlikely to become a bigger driver of deregulation. Instead, expect: → Clearer links between sustainability directives → Simpler requirements, especially for SMEs → Protection of key climate and human rights provisions → Amendments to the Omnibus Proposal from February 26th This political alignment points to a possible return to steady policymaking. For now, it offers a signal that the Omnibus might prioritize streamlining over rollback — but nothing is set in stone.

With the Omnibus amendments reshaping CSRD implementation, ESG reporting is entering a new phase — one that demands clarity, pragmatism, and forward-thinking strategy. So where do companies go from here? Join us on April 16th at 11:00 CEST for a webinar exploring the next steps companies can take in this post-Omnibus reality. We've broken it down into three leading scenario's for 1,000+ employee mid-market enterprises. We'll take you through them and share industry insights from customers and partners. In this session, we’ll also cover: → What the Omnibus changes mean for ESG timelines, scope, and substance. → How mid-market companies can use different reporting standards as a simplified yet structured approach. → Practical strategies for maintaining ESG momentum while navigating regulatory uncertainty. The webinar will be hosted by Coolset CEO Konstantinos Kouzelis and sustainability researcher Jasper Akkermans, combining regulatory perspective with implementation insights to help you move forward with confidence. Register via the link in the comments. Can’t attend live? Sign up anyway to get the recording and key takeaways after the event.

Simplifying sustainability: In response to the recent wave of ESG simplification policies coming out of Brussels, we’re excited to launch our boldest product yet: the Coolset Deregulation Framework™. With this all-in-one tool, you can now: ✅ Generate bold sustainability promises ✅ Ignore every ESG requirement ✅ Auto-delete your emissions data ✅ Generate tree planting pictures ✅ Become compliant in minutes ✅ And best of all—never report anything again Our motto: “Out of sight, out of mind.” Special offer applies only on April 1st.

Where do businesses stand on ESG reporting after the EU Omnibus? Three weeks into the post-Omnibus era, clear patterns are emerging in how companies, investors, and banks are responding to the shifting ESG landscape. To capture market sentiment and future direction, we analyzed insights from over 250 companies through surveys, interviews, and industry research. Download the free 2025 Market Pulse Report to explore: → How businesses are deciding whether to continue or scale back ESG reporting → The signals investors and customers are sending about ESG transparency → Which reporting frameworks are gaining traction in the new regulatory landscape Get the full insights here → https://lnkd.in/esKgDz4w

Coolset launches its VSME reporting module With the EU Omnibus Proposal reshaping sustainability reporting, thousands of mid-market companies across Europe are reassessing their ESG strategies. While regulatory changes are still unfolding, VSME has emerged as a practical transitory framework, allowing companies to maintain ESG transparency for banks, investors, and corporate clients without unnecessary complexity. We’re excited to announce that both the VSME Basic and Comprehensive modules are now live and ready to use in the Coolset platform. No waiting lists or mockups: this is production-ready software. With our VSME module, companies can: → Seamlessly collect ESG data – Gather key sustainability metrics across departments, suppliers, and operations with accuracy and efficiency. → Effortlessly generate ESG reports – Use pre-built templates and guided workflows to streamline reporting with your team. → Share insights with key stakeholders – Maintain transparency with banks, investors, and corporate partners to build lasting relationships. ▶ Explore the new VSME module in our interactive product tour, or message anyone on our team for a live demo. https://lnkd.in/daDZD26Q