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ECGT Is Coming for Your Sustainability Claims

What Irish businesses need to know, and do, before September 2026. From 27 September 2026, a new EU law, the Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (EU) 2024/825, will begin applying in practice across Member States, including Ireland. It introduces clearer rules on how environmental and sustainability claims are made, substantiated, and communicated to consumers.

Industry News & Trends

From Net-Zero Promises to Net-Zero Proof: What the Collapse of NZBA Means for the Future of Sustainability

With the collapse of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, the era of vague climate pledges is over. In its place rises a new standard: proof over promises. In this article, EcoVerify explores why the breakdown of NZBA signals a shift toward verified, credible climate action, and how independent assurance is now the cornerstone of trust in sustainability. Discover how EcoVerify is helping businesses move beyond ambition to action through accredited validation and verification.

Healing the Planet: The Environmental Footprint of Modern Healthcare

Surrounded by climate consciousness as we are, few sectors remain untouched by the sustainability conversation. One critical area is healthcare, while its purpose is to heal people, modern healthcare systems inadvertently contribute to environmental degradation through extensive resource use, energy consumption, waste generation, and carbon emissions. Yet, the paradox of saving lives while harming the planet can be addressed. The solution lies not just in technology or policy, but in education. Educating healthcare professionals about sustainability can be a transformative force in reducing the sector's environmental footprint.

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Achieving B Corp Certification: The Role of Independent GHG Verification

As the global demand for corporate transparency intensifies, the B Corp certification process is evolving to meet the moment. Under its new framework, B Lab now requires companies to meet clearly defined sustainability requirements, including the independent verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) statements and the validation of science-based Net Zero targets.

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From Greenwashing to Green-Proofing: Ensuring Authentic Sustainability Claims

With sustainability climbing the corporate agenda, so too does the risk of “greenwashing”—where companies overstate, misrepresent, or outright fabricate their environmental credentials. The stakes are high: regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and loss of stakeholder trust. But forward-thinking businesses have an opportunity. By shifting from greenwashing to green proofing, they can substantiate their environmental claims with integrity and data, gaining a competitive edge in a crowded ESG landscape.

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Independent Assurance under VSME: Empowering SMEs in the Sustainability Era

As the European Union debates the controversial “Omnibus” legislative package, a concerning shift is taking shape. The proposed amendments to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) could weaken corporate environmental and social obligations, scale back reporting requirements, and delay critical transparency milestones for thousands of companies across the EU.

Industry News & Trends

EU’s Green Retreat? Why Verified Sustainability Is More Important Than Ever

As the European Union debates the controversial “Omnibus” legislative package, a concerning shift is taking shape. The proposed amendments to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) could weaken corporate environmental and social obligations, scale back reporting requirements, and delay critical transparency milestones for thousands of companies across the EU.

Company News & Updates

EcoVerify Makes Global History: First Worldwide Accredited Verifier for Carbon Neutrality Under ISO 14068-1 and Net Zero Pathways.

As businesses across Ireland and Europe step up their sustainability commitments, the demand for credible, transparent, and verifiable greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting has never been greater. Companies are under increasing regulatory and stakeholder pressure to back up their carbon reduction claims with accurate data. The role of independent verification bodies, like EcoVerify—Ireland’s first and only RvA-accredited verification body—has become essential in ensuring trust and integrity in GHG reporting.

Guides & Tutorials

Building Trust and Transparency in GHG Reporting: The Role of Verification Bodies

As businesses across Ireland and Europe step up their sustainability commitments, the demand for credible, transparent, and verifiable greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting has never been greater. Companies are under increasing regulatory and stakeholder pressure to back up their carbon reduction claims with accurate data. The role of independent verification bodies, like EcoVerify—Ireland’s first and only RvA-accredited verification body—has become essential in ensuring trust and integrity in GHG reporting.

Guides & Tutorials

Ensure Your Sustainability Controls Are Fit for Purpose: Strengthen Collaboration with External Assurance

Sustainability assurance has never been more critical for businesses navigating the evolving landscape of ESG reporting. Under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), companies face a more rigorous framework for disclosing their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts. To ensure transparency and avoid greenwashing, businesses must establish robust sustainability controls through effective collaboration with external assurance providers.

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