Navigating the ESG IT Tool Landscape

This whitepaper discusses the importance of ESG IT tools in the context of increasing regulatory demands for sustainability reporting and transparency. It outlines a framework for classifying and organizing ESG IT tools, detailing 27 categories of tools identified through market analysis and interviews with clients and vendors. The document emphasizes the necessity of a robust ESG data platform for effective data management, compliance with regulations such as the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), and the integration of various ESG tools. Additionally, it provides practical examples of leading vendors, best practices for planning and building an ESG data platform, and advice on selecting the right tools for organizations. The authors aim to assist companies in navigating the complexities of ESG data management to achieve their sustainability goals.