The CSDDD Explained for Irish Businesses
What the CSDDD requires after the 2026 Omnibus, who is in scope, and why Irish SMEs are meeting it through their largest customers' supply chains.
Insights & Guides
Practical guidance on CBAM, carbon accounting, ISO certification, and EU sustainability regulation — written for Irish businesses.
EcoVadis Ratings Explained for Irish Suppliers
What an EcoVadis rating involves, how the medals work as of 2026, and why first attempts disappoint — a plain guide for Irish suppliers under pressure.
What Is CBAM? Irish Importers' 2026 Guide
CBAM is the EU's carbon tariff on steel, aluminium, cement and more. Since January 2026 Irish importers must buy certificates — here's what applies to you.
Greenwashing in Ireland: Avoiding the New Legal Risk
Greenwashing is now a legal risk for Irish businesses. What's banned from September 2026, how to make claims that hold up, and how to avoid penalties.
ISO 50001 Ireland: 10-20% Energy Cost Savings
ISO 50001 typically cuts energy costs 10-20% in three years. How certification works for Irish businesses, plus SEAI supports and the EU audit exemption.
Green Claims Directive: Evidence Rules for Ireland
The EU Green Claims Directive will require businesses to substantiate environmental claims with evidence. Here's what Irish companies need to know.
Scope 3 Emissions Explained for Irish Businesses
Scope 3 emissions for Irish businesses — the 15 categories, why they typically represent 70-90% of your footprint, and why measurement is so difficult.
Double Materiality Assessment for Irish Firms
How double materiality works under CSRD, the five mistakes that fail assurance, and the 2027 Omnibus thresholds: 1,000+ staff, EUR 450m turnover.
CBAM Reporting: Quarterly & Annual Declarations
CBAM reporting requirements for EU importers — quarterly reports, annual declarations, and why your first definitive-period declaration matters.
Carbon Neutral vs Net Zero: One Is a Legal Risk
From September 2026, offset-only carbon neutral claims can breach EU rules. See how net zero differs and which claim Irish businesses should make.
EU Green Deal Deadlines for Irish Businesses
Which EU Green Deal rules apply to your Irish business? CBAM, CSRD, ETS2 and CSDDD explained — with the deadlines and costs already in force in 2026.
Green Public Procurement in Ireland: What's Required
Green Public Procurement in Ireland — who must comply, what the EU criteria require, and why GPP readiness is harder than most businesses expect.
CBAM Certificates: How Much They Cost in 2026
The first official CBAM certificate price is €75.36/tCO2e for Q1 2026. How pricing tracks EU ETS auctions, and when you must buy and surrender.
Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) Explained
What EPDs are, why Irish manufacturers and construction firms need them, and why obtaining one involves more than ticking boxes.
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A Practical Guide
What life cycle assessment is, how LCA works under ISO 14040, and how Irish businesses use it for product development, EPDs, and better decisions.
ISO 14064 vs GHG Protocol: Which Should You Use?
A clear comparison of ISO 14064 and the GHG Protocol for Irish businesses — when to use each, how they differ, and when you need both.
CBAM Registration in Ireland for Authorised Declarants
What's involved in CBAM registration in Ireland — EPA requirements, documentation, common pitfalls, and why the process is harder than it looks.
ISO 9001 Quality Management for Irish Businesses
A practical guide to ISO 9001 for Irish businesses — what the standard requires, how certification works, and where quality meets sustainability.
Carbon Accounting: What Irish Businesses Need to Know
What carbon accounting is, why Irish businesses need it, and why getting it right requires more than a spreadsheet. Scope 1, 2, and 3 explained.
CBAM Definitive Period: Your Obligations Now
Reporting is over — payment has started. Authorised declarant registration, certificates at the EU ETS price, and the 30 September 2027 first declaration.
CBAM Enforcement in Ireland: Penalties & Deadlines
How CBAM is enforced in Ireland — the EPA's role, Revenue's customs enforcement, penalty structures, and what happens if you don't comply.
Science-Based Targets (SBTi): Is Validation Worth It?
What the Science Based Targets initiative is, why validation is more complex than it appears, and what Irish businesses should consider before committing.
CBAM for Steel Importers: Chapters 72 & 73, the 50-Tonne Threshold and the 2026 Rules
Which steel and iron products fall under CBAM, why the 50-tonne threshold catches almost every Irish fabricator, and how the definitive rules price steel's direct emissions.
CBAM for Aluminium Importers: Why Costs Vary 8x
CBAM bills aluminium on direct emissions only — not the electricity behind its 8x footprint spread. What Irish importers pay, and why origin still matters.
EU Taxonomy Explained: A Guide for Irish Companies
What the EU Taxonomy is, how it classifies sustainable economic activities, and what Irish companies need to know about Taxonomy alignment and reporting.
CBAM for Cement Importers: Clinker, Indirect Emissions and the CN 2523 Rules
Cement is one of only two CBAM sectors where indirect emissions count from 2026. What clinker chemistry, CN 2523 scope and Irish construction demand mean for importers.
CDP Reporting: Why It Matters for Irish Companies
What CDP reporting is, how the D- to A scoring system works, and why Irish companies should take disclosure seriously as CSRD alignment approaches.
CBAM vs EU ETS: What's the Difference, Who Pays?
CBAM extends the EU ETS carbon price to imports. See who pays what, how certificate prices track ETS auctions, and why costs rise every year to 2034.
ISO 14001 in Ireland: What Certification Takes
ISO 14001 is now a tender prerequisite in Irish public procurement. What certification covers, why projects stall, and the 6-12 months it really takes.
ESG Reporting Frameworks: GRI, CDP & ESRS Compared
A practical comparison of ESG reporting frameworks for Irish businesses — GRI, CDP, ESRS, ISSB, and TCFD. Which ones apply to you and how they connect.
What Is a Carbon Footprint? An Irish Business Guide
What a carbon footprint is, why it matters for Irish businesses, and why accurate measurement requires more expertise than most companies expect.
CSRD Reporting: What Irish Companies Need to Know
CSRD reporting for Irish businesses — who's in scope, what ESRS requires, the Omnibus changes, assurance obligations, and why this isn't a DIY exercise.