DFGE Webinars & Trainings

Improve your sustainability management

In times of digital training and due to The New Way of Work, we, the DFGE – Institute for Energy, Ecology and Economy, are expanding our online webinar offering. In addition to webinars on various reporting standards such as CDP or EcoVadis, we also offer online training for our new complete climate strategy solution or completely individual training for you.

Register for one or more of our free webinars and benefit from over two decades of experience in life cycle assessments, sustainability calculations and corporate social responsibility (CSR). Below you will find the current webinar overview.

DFGE looks forward to your participation!

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DFGE Essential Series

Audit Services – Management systems as an advantage in ESG disclosure

25Years_v1.1

20. May 2026

Certified management systems are more than just compliance—they are a strategic lever for credible ESG disclosure. In this webinar, we show how ISO management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 27001) can be used specifically for ESG reporting and how training, pre-audits, and structured preparations guide companies safely through certification and disclosure requirements.

  • When: 20. May 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 60min
  • Topic: Audit Services
  • Language: German
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DFGE Essential Series

Software-Based Approach to the CCF – DFGE CCF Engine in Action

25Years_v1.1

26. May 2026

Experience DFGE’s new Corporate Carbon Footprint Software in action! In our free webinar, we’ll show you live how you can use the tool to calculate your carbon footprint more efficiently and transparently. Discover the user-friendly interface, automated features, and practical reporting options—ideal for companies that want to professionally track and report their carbon footprint. Register now and take climate management to the next level!

  • When: 26. May 2026, 10:00 – 10:30 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 30min
  • Topic: CCF Software
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DFGE Essential Series

Circular Economy in the Supply Chain – Scope 3, Traceability, and Data Quality

25Years_v1.1

16. Jun 2026

The Circular Economy is becoming a decisive success factor for climate-friendly supply chains and reliable ESG reporting. Scope 3 emissions, lack of traceability, and insufficient data quality pose particular challenges for many companies. In this webinar, we will show how companies can implement circular approaches in their supply chains, structure Scope 3 data, and sustainably improve data quality for CSRD and ESG requirements.

  • When: 16. June 2026, 10:00 – 10:45 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 45min
  • Topic: Circular Economy in the Supply Chain
  • Language: German
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DFGE Essential Series

VSME – Relevance and advantages of voluntary reporting

25Years_v1.1

14. Jul 2026

This webinar highlights the growing relevance of voluntary sustainability reporting standards such as Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standards (VSME), especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Learn about the specific competitive advantages of early reporting, how to apply the standards in practice, and how to best prepare for future compliance requirements.

  • When: 14. July 2026, 10:00 – 10:45 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 45min
  • Topci: VSME
  • Language: German
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DFGE Essential Series

From PCF to complete LCA methodology, data requirements, and system boundaries

25Years_v1.1

04. Aug 2026

This webinar shows how companies can gradually transition from product carbon footprint (PCF) to full life cycle assessment (LCA) – with a focus on methodology, data requirements, and system boundaries. Using practical examples and recommendations for action, product, sustainability, and development managers learn how a comprehensive LCA can identify hotspots, provide sound support for decision-making, and offer added value in terms of communication.

  • When: 04. August 2026, 10:00 – 10:45 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 45min
  • Topic: PCF / LCA
  • Language: German
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DFGE Consultation Session

CSRD & ESRS Consultation Session

25Years_v1.1

Several Dates

CSRD/ESRS Consultation Hour – Your compact update and practical appointment for sustainability reporting

The requirements of the CSRD and ESRS are evolving dynamically – many companies are faced with the challenge of correctly understanding and efficiently implementing regulatory requirements. In our regular CSRD/ESRS Consultation Hour, we provide you with a compact overview and answer your individual questions.

In the first 15 minutes, you will receive an update on current developments relating to CSRD, ESRS, and relevant regulations. We will then present a DFGE case study and show how our DFGE project approach provides practical support to companies in their implementation – from materiality analysis to reporting.

The second 15 minutes are expressly designed as an open consultation hour: Ask your questions about the interpretation, implementation, and challenges of CSRD/ESRS in your company. Our experts at DFGE GmbH will address your specific use cases directly.

Target audience: Managers from sustainability, reporting, finance, legal & compliance, and executive management who want to prepare for CSRD/ESRS reporting requirements in a structured manner or refine existing approaches.

Take advantage of this opportunity to stay up to date, gain concrete practical insights, and clarify open questions directly with our CSRD/ESRS experts.

  • When: Several Dates, see registration link
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 30 min
  • Topic: CSRD / ESRS
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DFGE x Pagestreet

Decarbonization – Monitoring, Key Performance Indicators, and Energy Management

Pagestreet Partner Logo

12. May 2026

Climate targets have been defined—what matters now is their effective implementation within the company. In the first part of the webinar, the DFGE – Institute for Energy, Ecology and Economy demonstrates how science-based climate targets can be derived, structured, and managed using appropriate metrics in accordance with the Science Based Targets initiative.

In the second part, pagestreet provides insights into operational implementation through energy consulting and energy audits. Using concrete examples, it demonstrates how transparency regarding energy consumption can be established, savings potential identified, and measures systematically derived.

  • When: 12. May 2026, 10:00 -10:45 CET
  • Costs: none
  • Duration: 45 min
  • Topic: Decarbonization
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DFGE x EFRAG

“Implementing ESRS Effectively” – Ensuring Efficient Implementation by Providing Guidance and Setting Priorities + EFRAG Speaker

Friends of EFRAG

10. Jun 2026

Together with our colleague Bernhard Frey from EFRAG, DFGE demonstrates how companies can properly implement ESRS: with clear guidance rather than unnecessary complexity, focusing on the truly relevant priorities, and with a practical perspective from the auditor’s point of view.

In this webinar, you will learn why ESRS 2 is the central anchor, how a robust implementation structure can be derived from the materiality analysis, and what auditors pay particular attention to when reporting.

The goal is to provide certainty, avoid typical mistakes, and outline a clear path to an efficient, auditable ESRS implementation.

  • When: 10. June 2026,  10:00 -11:00 CET
  • Costs: none
  • Duration: 60 min
  • Topic: ESRS Implementation
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DFGE | EcoVadis

EcoVadis Webinar with Q&A (English)

EcoVadis Partnerlogo 2023

Several Dates

Getting Started with the EcoVadis Rating – Your Guide to Sustainable Business

Sustainability is no longer just a trend; it has become a crucial factor for business success. But how can companies assess and improve their sustainability performance? The EcoVadis rating provides a proven method for analyzing and optimizing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.

In this webinar by DFGE – Institute for Energy, Ecology and Economy, we will show you how to successfully start the EcoVadis assessment process as a beginner. You will learn about the key requirements, how to prepare effectively, and how to benefit from a good rating.

What to expect:

  • Introduction to EcoVadis: What is assessed and why?
  • The first steps: How to start the evaluation process
  • Common challenges and how to overcome them
  • Practical tips for an efficient submission
  • Your questions – our answers

Whether you are a supplier for a large corporation or looking to improve your sustainability management, this webinar provides you with the essential foundations to get started with EcoVadis successfully.

Sign up now and lay the foundation for a sustainable future!

  • Who:  EcoVadis users and advanced users
  • When: Several dates – see registration link
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 30min
  • Topic: EcoVadis Assessment
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DFGE | EcoVadis

Synergies between EcoVadis scoring and ESRS requirements

EcoVadis Partnerlogo 2023

23. Jun 2026

Sustainability reporting requirements are rapidly increasing: With the CSRD and ESRS, the focus is shifting to transparent, reliable ESG data – for companies of all sizes and industries. At the same time, the EcoVadis rating is becoming increasingly important as a globally recognized sustainability standard in supply chains, sales, and among investors.

In this webinar, DFGE + support from an EcoVadis speaker will show how companies can specifically leverage the synergies between EcoVadis and the CSRD/ESRS requirements. You will learn how EcoVadis results can be incorporated into ESRS reporting, which data and processes can be efficiently linked, and how to avoid duplication of effort.

Together, we will examine:

  • Overlaps and differences between EcoVadis and CSRD/ESRS
  • How to use EcoVadis results to prepare for CSRD reporting
  • Practical examples of an integrated ESG database
  • Recommendations for the strategic development of your sustainability management

The webinar is aimed at sustainability managers, compliance and reporting teams, and anyone who wants to link EcoVadis ratings and CSRD requirements in a future-proof way.

  • When: 23. June 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 CEST
  • Costs: NOONE
  • Duration: 60min
  • Topic: EcoVadis & ESRS
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DFGE | CDP

Aligning CDP and CCF: Interdependencies, Requirements, and Solutions

CDP 2026 Small ENG

29. Apr 2026

Discover how the CDP sustainability rating and your Carbon Footprint (CCF) work together effectively. We’ll highlight key interdependencies, outline clear requirements for sustainable integration, and present proven solutions that reduce your company’s carbon footprint while ensuring a successful rating outcome – including a live Q&A session!

  • When: 29. April 2026, 10:00 – 10:45 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 45 min
  • Topic: CDP & CCF
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DFGE | CDP

Mastering CDP in 2026: Scoring, Methodology and Changes

CDP 2026 Small ENG

07. May 2026

Discover the latest CDP 2026 scoring methodology, this year’s Essential Criteria, as well as practical tips to improve your reporting and enhance your score.

  • When: 07. May 2026, 10:00 – 10:30 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 30min
  • Topic: CDP Saison 2026
  • Language: ENG
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DFGE | CDP

The CDP reporting window opens – final check & Q&A

CDP 2026 Small ENG

09. Jun 2026

This year’s reporting window for the questionnaire will open on June 15 on the CDP portal. Learn how to efficiently complete the questionnaire by the deadline to achieve the best possible result. Take advantage of the opportunity to ask our CDP experts questions about the upcoming reporting period and the questionnaire in our Q&A session.

  • When: 09. June 2026, 10:00 – 10:30 CEST
  • Costs: NONE
  • Duration: 30min
  • Topic: CDP Saison 2026
  • Language: German
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