Sustainability reporting: statement on the draft legislation (only in german)

Targeted consultation on the implementation of the Sustainable Finance Disclosures Regulation (SFDR)

GDV has responded to the EU Commission's consultation.

CSDDD: Statement on the trialogue

While corporate sustainability due diligence requirements will contribute to human and environmental rights, there is a need of proportionality, feasibility, and legal certainty. Therefore, the Directive should consider the role of insurance companies and not impose unreasonable due diligence requirements nor expose obliged undertakings to...
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The consequences of insurers’ due diligence obligations for the real economy

The insurance industry supports the goals of a sustainable economy. However, the insurance industry is concerned that the CSDDD could introduce obligations that would significantly complicate the provision of insurance coverage to companies.
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Position paper ESRS Set 1

While the GDV welcome the first set of ESRS, some important issues remain and should be addresses by the EC.

Statement on the EU Commission's taxonomy consultation

GDV has issued a statement on the EU Commission's taxonomy consultation. In it, the association advocates postponing the start of reporting under Article 8 of the Taxonomy Regulation by one year. In addition, simplifications and clarifications of the reporting templates are suggested.
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