EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)

Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)

Uncover the essentials of the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) with our position paper. The purpose of this paper is to guide companies in how to efficiently address the challenges posed by CSDDD through the use of GS1 standards and services. CSDDD is a directive aimed at fostering sustainable and responsible corporate behaviour and to anchor human rights and environmental considerations in companies’ operations and corporate governance. Download your copy and get insights and tips on strategic preparations to ensure compliance.
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At a glance

A proposed directive that will increase requirements and expectations for a company’s control over conditions in its value chain, even beyond direct suppliers​. Companies will be required to carry out controls focused on human rights, corporate responsibility and environmental aspects in order to mitigate risk and address negative impacts in their value chain, inside and outside Europe​. High-impact sectors, including textiles, agriculture and mining have been identified​. Annual inspection statements to be published (via website)​. The proposal is aligned with human rights and labour standards, including the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.

You can read more about the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive on EUR-Lex

Focus
Societal and environmental factors along the value chain
Affected organizations
Large companies across sectors, medium-sized companies in high-impact sectors
Target group
A variety of stakeholders
Geographical scope
All 27 EU countries

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    Staffan Olsson, Head of Public Affairs, GS1 Sweden

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