ESG Directions in 2025 According to a VeloBank Expert
In 2025, sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) directions will be key topics for companies in the European Union. Dawid Leszczyński, Director of the ESG Office at VeloBank, emphasizes that growing environmental awareness among consumers and entrepreneurs will force companies to strive for climate neutrality and actively engage in local communities.
Expanded ESG Reporting Requirements
From January 2025, the expanded ESG reporting obligation resulting from the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) comes into force. These regulations will apply to companies employing more than 250 employees, with a balance sheet exceeding €25 million or net revenues exceeding €50 million. ESG reports will have to include information on the company's activities in environmental protection, social responsibility, and corporate governance. The purpose of these regulations is to increase the transparency of corporate activities and their impact on the environment
Direction: Climate Neutrality
According to the assumptions of the Green Deal, the European Union plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990, and to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. Companies will have to accelerate their efforts in this area, which will be the subject of intense public debate.
Sustainable Development in the Value Chain
Sustainable development is to cover the entire value chain — from raw material suppliers to end consumers. Cooperation with entities adhering to high social and environmental standards will become a key direction of ESG activities. Companies should implement ecological production processes, minimize waste, and ensure the optimization of transport routes, which will contribute to reducing CO2 emissions.
Education and Communication
Despite growing environmental awareness, many sustainability-related initiatives face social resistance. Companies will need to communicate the benefits of ESG activities more effectively and educate their stakeholders about their importance. Engaging employees and regularly informing customers and local communities about progress in achieving sustainability goals will also be crucial.
Corporate Social Responsibility
In the coming years, companies will have to further consider the impact of their activities on local communities, which includes the protection of human rights and diversity. Active engagement in the life of local communities will become an integral part of business strategies. VeloBank focuses on sustainable development as a key element of its identity and operating strategy, as confirmed by various pro-environmental and social initiatives
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Company Information
VeloBank is a company specializing in the area of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance). It focuses on striving for climate neutrality and actively engaging in local communities. As part of its activities, it promotes sustainable development and supports pro-environmental and social initiatives.
Website: VeloBank
