By Maria A. Petrova, PhD, Professor of Sustainable Development at the American University in Bulgaria and co-founder of PLΔNET. This summer showed us once again that climate change is not a future business risk anymore. It...
In late 2025, the EU clarified how ESG rules apply to defence. This article explains the legal changes, their timing, and what they mean for investors, funds, and sustainable finance.
ISO standards ESG are increasingly used as a practical foundation for accountability, risk management and management decision-making. Many companies can set targets, but the real value lies in how well those targets can be...
Carbonsafe is a Bulgarian carbon farming program that supports ESG goals through certified carbon credits, soil health improvement, and measurable climate impact.
Author: Dr. Evelina Van Mensel
In today’s economy, sustainable development is no longer just a matter of corporate responsibility – it is a key driver of competitiveness, innovation, and long-term value.IntegratESG,...
Author: Evgeniya Kyuchukova
The Omnibus package of reforms proposed by the European Commission has undoubtedly sparked debate and polarization—not only within the European Parliament but also among investors, businesses,...
ESG legal update in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia regions
January 2025
Authors: Kinstellar – Jan Lehký, Olena Kuchynska, Mariana Varbanova
The past year has seen a flurry of regulatory developments...
On January 9, 2025, the European Banking Authority (EBA) published its final report outlining its Guidelines for the Management of Environmental, Social, and Governance Risks (“Guidelines”).
The Guidelines detail...
The Social Component in ESG Reporting Presents Challenges for Businesses
Before seeking the answer to this question, it is essential to clearly define what is meant by the social impact of a business. In the context of...
ESG-Platform and the Association of Sustainability Professionals (ASP) have signed a Framework Agreement for cooperation. The agreement aims to strengthen efforts to implement ESG (environmental, social, and governance) standards...
Guest Post by Justine Toms.
ESG and communications: building responsible and transparent business practicesIn today’s business world, where public opinion and brand perception play an increasingly important role,...
We all say that “honesty is the best policy”. In a world increasingly driven by environmental consciousness and sustainable choices, it is critical for consumers and investors to make well-informed decisions....
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting is a tool that provides comprehensive information about a company’s impact on the environment, society and the way it is governed. Here we look at what ESG reporting...
Key points and forecasts
In 2023, we are seeing a greater focus than ever on ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) regulations and their importance in the financial and business world. In the following text we provide...
In the fight against climate change, green technologies are an indispensable strategy for achieving sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint. The transition to these technologies not only supports environmental sustainability,...
On 25 September 2015, the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit in New York adopted the Post-2015 Development Agenda – Transforming Our World: an Agenda for Sustainable Development 2030.
This document was...
Yettel hosted the first ESG Connect business breakfast. The series of events aims to foster dialogue between experts in different companies, share practices and experiences in sustainable business management and serve as...
In the era of globalization and industrialization, decarbonization is emerging as a key agenda item worldwide, presenting both challenges and opportunities. But what exactly is decarbonisation and why is it so essential for...
ESG Platform is a sponsor of the upcoming 2nd Regional Session of the European Youth Parliament in Sofia from 24 to 26 November 2023. The event will bring together outstanding young people from Europe sharing their passion...
ESG-Platform is proud to announce a new addition to our team of consultants – the company ZERO WAVE. With its exciting portfolio of sustainability competencies, ZERO WAVE will strengthen our ability to deliver high...
Тhe ESG & FRIENDS Forum is organized by ESGnews.bg, with whom we are connected not only by the common goal of sustainable development, but also by friendship.
Sofia, 28 February 2024 – The third edition of the...
ESG Platform joined the successful Green Talks event organised by Green Center. Leading companies in Bulgaria, such as Sofia Airport, Solvay Sodi and Holcim Bulgaria, took part in the event and presented their strategies...
uIMPACT provide an intuitive ESG assessment tool, helping companies measure and communicate their impact on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The focus on ESG and SDGs assists SMEs in identifying and managing risks,...
Smilen Milanov from ESG Platform warns about the difficulties facing small companies in implementing ESG standards.
In an interview for ‘Made in Green,’ Milanov discusses the necessity of the platform and how...
The ESG-platform team is pleased to announce the launch of a partnership with Balkans Sustainable Development Institute and welcomes Florence Wijsbroek to our advisory board. As a distinguished global expert in the field...
The ESG-Platform team is proud to announce that our partner ThingsLog has been awarded the prestigious “Good Level of Sustainability” award by ICAP CRIF Bulgaria.
This prestigious award recognizes ThingsLog’s...
ESG-Platform through Smilen Milanov joins the Green Finance and Energy Center of the Bulgarian Stock Exchange as an associate member. The Green Finance and Energy Center is a Think Tank focused on sustainable finance and...
