Exploring the Opportunities & Challenges of CSDDD: A Multi-Stakeholder Perspective

Workshop in Brussels

29 January 2025 (14:00-18:15 CET)

Please note that the event will be followed by a
Networking Cocktail Reception from 18:15-20:00 CET

Please note that the exact location will be shared with registered participants.

 

Register here

 

As the number of seats is limited, the selection of attendees will be made on a first come, first served basis.

 

On behalf of IOGP Europe, we are pleased to invite you to our multi-stakeholder workshop on ‘‘Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges of CSDDD’’ and its cocktail reception on 29 January 2025. 

Together, we discuss the implications, challenges, and opportunities of the CSDDD with a broad selection of EU and global leaders, including policymakers, business leaders and civil society. Please note that the Chatham House Rule applies. 

About CSDDD 

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) represents a cornerstone of the EU’s efforts to promote responsible business practices across global supply chains. Its objective is to embed sustainability considerations into corporate governance, ensuring companies identify, prevent, and mitigate adverse impacts on human rights and the environment.

The CSDDD has significant implications across industries, raising both challenges and opportunities. Companies, EU policymakers, EU Member States, civil society, and other stakeholders must collaborate to navigate this new directive effectively. This workshop aims to foster a robust dialogue among diverse stakeholders to address key concerns, share perspectives, and identify practical approaches to implementing the directive. 

Workshop objectives 

• Understand the implications of the CSDDD from both EU and non-EU perspectives.
• Discuss the challenges of compliance costs, overlapping legislation (e.g., CSRD), and extraterritorial obligations.
• Explore the potential revision of the CSDDD under the omnibus proposals.
• Provide actionable insights for businesses navigating this complex regulatory environment
• Post-Workshop Deliverable: A report summarizing discussions, recommendations, and key takeaways.

  

Agenda 

14:00 - 14:30 CET | Registrations & welcome coffee

14:30-15:00 CET | Setting the scene: Overview of the directive’s objectives, its vision for sustainability

15:00 - 16:15 CET | Panel 1: The EU Perspective - Competitiveness, compliance, and opportunities

This diverse panel will explore how the CSDDD impacts EU companies' ability to balance compliance with sustainability obligations and global competitiveness. The panel will discuss challenges like overlapping regulations (e.g., CSRD), costs of compliance, and the potential opportunities for EU businesses to lead in setting global sustainability standards.

16:15 – 16:40 | Coffee Break

16:40 – 18:00 CET | Panel 2: The Global Perspective - Navigating Extraterritoriality and Compliance

This panel will examine how the CSDDD's extraterritorial reach affects non-EU businesses and global supply chains. The panel will address challenges like compliance costs, legal risks, and the directive’s impact on international trade and competitiveness in markets with varying regulatory standards.

 18:00 – 18:15 CET | Concluding remarks

18:15 – 20:00 | Networking cocktail reception

Please note that a cocktail reception will be served to allow the attendees to continue discussions in an informal atmosphere.

Register here

As the number of seats is limited, the selection of attendees will be made on a first come, first served basis.
For your information, the exact location will be shared with the confirmed participants.