IFRS Foundation
Comparison of IFRS S2 and TCFD Recommendations
Pages
12
Time to read
15 mins
Publication
Language
English
Pages
12
Time to read
15 mins
Publication
Language
English
This technical report provides a detailed comparison between IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures and the recommendations set forth by the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). The document outlines how IFRS S2 integrates and aligns with the TCFD's core recommendations and supporting disclosures while highlighting specific areas of divergence. It details the requirements for governance, strategy, and risk management disclosures, emphasizing the necessity for companies to provide comprehensive information regarding climate-related risks and opportunities. The report also discusses the educational material's updates reflecting changes in TCFD guidance and amendments to greenhouse gas emissions disclosures. Furthermore, it explains the implications of IFRS S1 General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information on the disclosures required by IFRS S2. The document serves as a resource for stakeholders to understand the nuances of these frameworks and their application in financial reporting.