ESG as a factor of legal and business risk: Is your company ready for the new requirements?
Sustainability requirements are increasingly becoming part of the regulatory environment, financing conditions, investment decisions, due diligence, and contractual relationships. For Ukrainian businesses, ESG matters not only because of EU legislation, but also because of the requirements set by banks, international financial institutions, investors, partners, and global supply chains.
ESG as a Tool for Sustainable Business Development
ESG — Environmental, Social and Governance — is a system of qualitative and quantitative indicators used to assess a company’s sustainability performance. It is not only about corporate responsibility. It is also about long-term resilience, effective risk management and sustainable competitive advantage.
Environmental Impact
- Emissions and climate change
- Waste management
- Energy efficiency
- Biodiversity
Social Responsibility
- Working conditions
- Equality and inclusion
- Employees’ rights
- Impact on local communities
Corporate Governance
- Anti-corruption policies
- Reporting transparency
- Shareholder engagement
- Internal controls
A Comprehensive Approach to the Sustainable Development of Your Business
We help companies integrate all three ESG pillars — from corporate strategy to operational processes and compliance systems.
Who Needs ESG Support?
- Ukrainian companies operating in or planning to enter EU markets
- Companies that are part of international supply chains
- Companies attracting bank, investment, or international financing
- Businesses undergoing ESG/E&S due diligence
- Companies that are or may potentially become subject to the requirements of CSRD/ESRS and other EU sustainability legislation
- Companies with elevated environmental and social risks
- Legal, compliance, risk, sustainability, and finance functions within companies
- Entering EU markets and working with international counterparties
- Attracting bank, investment, and international financing
- Preparing for ESG/E&S due diligence
- Requirements from investors, banks, clients, and business partners
- Participation in international supply chains
- The need to comply with applicable CSRD/ESRS requirements and other regulatory requirements
- Implementation of projects with significant environmental and social impact
- Integrating ESG into corporate governance and the compliance system
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Our ESG Services
Comprehensive support covering every stage — from an initial assessment to strategy implementation, sustainability reporting and team training.
Assessment of the Current Level of ESG Implementation
- Screening of the company’s current ESG position
- Analysis of industry best practices
- Identification of ESG risks
- Development of recommendations for achieving ESG objectives
Development of a Sustainability Strategy
- Establishment of a sustainability team
- Identification of priorities and development of an ESG materiality matrix
- Definition of key sustainability objectives
Development of a Sustainability Programme
- Identification of practical measures for achieving the objectives
- Definition of key performance indicators
- Development of an implementation roadmap
Preparation of Sustainability Reports
- Reporting under the ESRS
- Reporting under the GRI Standards
- Legal support for sustainability and non-financial reporting
Support with the Implementation of ESG Practices
- Legal advice and legal audits
- Permitting procedures and documentation
- Legal support for financing, investment and grant projects
Training and ESG Awareness
- Training sessions and seminars on ESG transformation
- Workshops assessing the current level of ESG implementation
- Strategy and brainstorming sessions for corporate teams
Audit of Internal Policies and Documentation
- Development of internal ESG policies
- Implementation of internal ESG procedures and documents
- Review and development of the contractual framework
- Mitigation of ESG-related contractual risks
The ESG Transformation Process with EVERLEGAL
From initial screening to final reporting, we follow a structured, step-by-step approach.
- 1Initial Screening
Assessment of the company’s current ESG position
- 2Risk Analysis
Identification of ESG risks and gaps
- 3Strategy
Development of an ESG matrix and action plan
- 4Implementation
Legal support and team training
- 5Reporting
Preparation of reports under the ESRS and GRI Standards
Access to International Financing
We help companies meet the requirements of leading international financial institutions and obtain sustainable and green financing.
- EBRDEuropean Bank for Reconstruction and Development
- IFCInternational Finance Corporation
- DFCU.S. International Development Finance Corp
- WBWorld Bank
- USAIDUnited States Agency for International Development
- GIZGerman Agency for International Cooperation
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Recent Projects and Experience
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Key Contacts
- Start Your ESG Transformation Today
- Book a free initial consultation. We will assess your company’s current position and propose a practical action plan.
- Free initial ESG screening
- Workshop for your team
- Individual consultation with a partner
- CSRD compliance assessment
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