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03 EXPLAIN THAT REGULATION IS NOT GOING AWAY
“Regulation hasn’ t gone away, it’ s just getting smarter. And companies that wait will pay twice – once in fines, and again in catch-up costs”
THE MAIN TAKEAWAY:
JULIEN DENORMANDIE, FORMER FRENCH MINISTER AND CHIEF IMPACT OFFICER, SWEEP
Regulation is tightening. The companies that prepare now will stay compliant – they’ ll move faster, build trust and lead the market.
Sustainability regulations aren’ t going away – if anything, they’ re evolving and expanding. While some frameworks like the CSRD have faced implementation delays, this shouldn’ t be mistaken for a slowdown in expectations. If anything, the pressure on businesses is intensifying – from investors demanding transparency, to partners and clients requiring ESG data, to regulators preparing for broader rollouts. Proactive compliance now offers a competitive edge: it allows companies to build the internal knowledge, systems and strategies they’ ll need to stay ahead. Rather than scrambling to meet shifting rules, businesses that invest early can respond with confidence, reduce risk and unlock strategic value. In a fragmented, fast-moving regulatory landscape, readiness is resilience – and data is your most powerful asset.
The future of CSRD The European Union’ s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive( CSRD) is here to stay, albeit with some delays and adjustments from the original version.
102 July 2025