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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ESRS ready to go – security in times of regulatory uncertainty
Find out how you can use the current time sensibly to set up a sustainability report with minimum effort and prepare efficiently for the implementation of the updated ESRS in the coming years.
“Living Wage” in the context of EcoVadis, ESRS etc. – Definition & Methodology
The webinar provides a compact overview of the definition of “Living Wage” and explains the most important methods and databases for implementation in the company in a practical way. It shows how the requirements of EcoVadis, ESRS and other sustainability standards can be efficiently taken into account.
Double Materiality Analysis – starting point for sustainability reporting and strategy
Double materiality analysis – your compass for ESG & sustainability In times of growing uncertainty surrounding regulatory developments such as the omnibus initiative, double materiality remains the most important strategic tool for anchoring sustainability in the company in a well-founded and future-oriented manner.
Find out in the DFGE webinar why double materiality is more than just a reporting tool – it is a real lever for transformation and management decisions.
What you can expect:
Water Footprint according to ESRS – water as a strategic sustainability factor
Water is more than just a resource – it is one of the key levers for ecological and economic resilience. With the ESRS E3 “Water and Marine Resources”, the water consumption and impact of companies is placed in an ESG context for the first time.
In the DFGE webinar, we will show you how to determine a standard-compliant water footprint and strategically integrate it into your sustainability strategy – in accordance with the requirements of the CSRD and ESRS E3.
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Circular economy for companies: Challenges and solutions
Find out about the key challenges companies face when switching to a circular economy – from regulatory requirements and increasing documentation obligations to a shortage of skilled workers and cost risks. We show practical solutions and innovative approaches on how companies can successfully develop circular business models and benefit from the opportunities of the circular economy.
SBTi Net-Zero Standard 2.0: What companies need to know
As regulatory change progresses and corporate responsibility increases, the new Net-Zero Standard 2.0 of the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) is moving into the focus of companies. In this webinar, the DFGE – Institute for Energy, Ecology and Economy will explain the requirements of the new standard, the transition periods that apply and how you can strategically position yourself correctly today.
Climate Transition Plan (CTP) according to ESRS E1 – Mastering challenges, shaping the future
A Climate Transition Plan is not a nice-to-have – it is a mandatory component of CSRD and a key instrument for strategic climate management. However, the path to standard-compliant implementation in accordance with ESRS E1 poses complex challenges for many companies.
In this DFGE webinar, we will take a practical look at the biggest stumbling blocks and solutions for establishing an effective, ESRS-compliant Climate Transition Plan.
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CSRD reporting – ESRS revision as part of the omnibus initiative
The EU Commission’s Omnibus Initiative brings significant changes to sustainability reporting. The aim is to simplify the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and reduce the reporting obligations for companies. But what does this mean for your company in concrete terms?
What can you expect?
Understanding climate risks, seizing opportunities: Practical impulses for corporate strategy
Today, companies face the challenge of systematically identifying physical and transitory climate risks and deriving concrete opportunities for their business models. In our webinar, we will show how a well-founded climate risk and opportunity analysis contributes to a sustainable corporate strategy.
Using selected practical examples, learn how companies from a wide range of industries identify and evaluate climate risks and translate them into strategic measures.
Science-Based Targets (SBTi) for mechanical engineers – strategically setting climate targets
Climate targets have long been more than just a voluntary sustainability pledge – they are becoming a strategic success factor. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) offers companies in the mechanical and plant engineering sector in particular the opportunity to define scientifically sound reduction paths and implement them credibly.
In this webinar, you will learn how mechanical engineering companies can develop SBTi-compliant climate targets, what requirements need to be taken into account and how the target can be seamlessly integrated into a comprehensive decarbonization strategy. We will show you in a practical way how you can move from a carbon footprint to validated climate targets – and gain transparency, competitive advantages and regulatory certainty in the process.
Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) according to VDMA Guideline – How to achieve the carbon footprint of your machines
The demands on companies in the mechanical and plant engineering sector are increasing: Customers, legislators and investors are increasingly demanding transparency regarding the climate impact of products. The product carbon footprint (PCF) is becoming a key tool in this regard – and the new VDMA Guideline provides the necessary structure and orientation.
In our webinar, you will learn how to record the carbon footprint of your machines efficiently and comprehensibly – along the entire value chain. We will show you how to overcome typical challenges, select suitable emission factors and use your results strategically – whether for CSRD reporting obligations or to strengthen your market position.
DFGE CCF-Engine Demo-Session
Experience DFGE’s new corporate carbon footprint software in action! In our free webinar, we will show you live how you can use the tool to create your carbon footprint more efficiently and transparently. Get to know the user-friendly interface, the automated functions and the practical evaluation options – ideal for companies that want to record and report their carbon footprint professionally. Register now and take climate management to the next level!
DFGE PCF-Engine for SME Demo-Session
In this free webinar, DFGE presents its new product carbon footprint software especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Find out how you can record, analyze and document the carbon footprint of individual products in a simple and structured way – without any complex prior knowledge. The intuitive solution supports you in making sustainability measurable and meeting customer requirements in a targeted manner. Register now and future-proof your product sustainability!
Software-supported for the CSRD-Report 2025
Find out how you can create your CSRD Test Report 2025 efficiently and audit-proof with the combination of consulting expertise and the EQS software solution. Using practical insights, we will show you how digital tools can automate complex CSRD requirements and optimally prepare your company for the new reporting obligations.
VSME standard for voluntary sustainability reporting – insights, benefits and limitations
The EU’s Omnibus Initiative is expected to exempt companies with up to 1,000 employees from the sustainability reporting requirement. The lifting of the reporting obligation now offers companies the opportunity to create leaner sustainability reports that meet the information needs of customers, investors and the public.
The new VSME standard (Voluntary Standard for Sustainability Reporting for Micro Enterprises and SMEs), which was developed specifically for the requirements of smaller companies, is a central orientation framework for this.
In our free 60-minute webinar, you will gain in-depth insights into the content, application and limitations of the VSME standard as well as the process of an external review of the reports.
The user training is aimed at all those who are actively involved in sustainability reporting. In 16 hours of training, you will acquire comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Theoretical principles, supplemented by practical case studies, will give you an in-depth understanding of how the requirements of the ESRS can be successfully implemented in practice.
Our training courses help you to meet the existing and future requirements of the ESRS and CSRD with confidence so that you are optimally prepared – regardless of the regulatory fine-tuning and the latest findings on the EU Omnibus Initiative. For those not covered by the CSRD, it is still beneficial to establish ESG reporting and also understand the alternative guidance VSME.
Certifications & audits as a success factor in the EcoVadis rating – strategies & practical examples
In an increasingly complex and regulated sustainability landscape, external certifications are gaining in strategic importance. They not only serve as credible proof of the implementation of environmental and social standards, but can also significantly influence the EcoVadis rating – especially in the area of “Certifications”.
In our first webinar of the seven-part EcoVadis indicator series, together with TÜV SÜD and EcoVadis, we will shed light on how companies can systematically improve their sustainability performance through targeted certification strategies and at the same time strengthen their EcoVadis scoring. Learn from practical experience how audits, standards and external audits interact with the EcoVadis framework and what synergies result from this.
Get exclusive first-hand insights from DFGE, TÜV SÜD and EcoVadis experts.
EcoVadis Webinar with Q&A (English)
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:
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!
The CDP reporting window opens – final check and Q&A
On June 16, this year’s reporting window for the questionnaire will open in the CDP portal. Find out how to answer the questionnaire efficiently by the deadline in order to achieve the best possible result. You can also take the opportunity to ask our CDP experts questions about the upcoming reporting period and the questionnaire in our Q&A session.
CDP: ready for season 2025 – Lets go!
The 2025 CDP season questionnaire is open! What should companies bear in mind when answering it this year and what potential changes are there? The webinar summarizes the most important information for a successful CDP assessment in 2025.
