Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way companies manage sustainability. It makes ESG data usable more quickly and can significantly increase transparency along the entire value chain.
A recent KPMG study shows that 80 per cent of companies are planning to invest in generative AI. At the same time, many companies do not yet have the necessary data quality, governance structures and systems in place to fully exploit the potential of AI.
KPMG supports companies in making ESG transformation measurable and controllable – from strategic consulting and auditing to the development of individual AI solutions and certification.
Our AI expertise encompasses technology-related consulting (i.e. consulting with a focus on the use of modern technologies and their integration into existing processes), the development of tailor-made solutions for ESG challenges, and the use of ready-made applications for key issues such as data management, carbon accounting, supply chain compliance and regulatory requirements.
All solutions are implemented on a powerful AI platform that has already proven itself in leading organisations, is flexibly adaptable, and is operated on a secure technology platform that meets the highest data protection and security requirements. We also support companies in implementing ESG solutions on their own platforms. In this way, we create a foundation for scalable, secure, and integrated ESG workflows.
ESG regulations in the EU are highly complex and evolving rapidly: over 190 regulations and directives, including the EU Green Deal, the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), pose significant challenges for companies. In addition, there are country-specific adjustments and sector-specific requirements that necessitate continuous monitoring and adaptation.
KPMG offers solutions that continuously monitor and interpret regulatory changes and integrate them into business processes. AI-supported analyses identify new requirements at an early stage and provide support in adapting compliance and reporting structures.
Your added value at a glance
Structured and continuous monitoring of relevant legal and regulatory changes for early assessment of potential effects on the company
Proactive identification and prioritisation of necessary adjustment measures to ensure regulatory compliance
Coordinated, timely and cost-effective implementation of new regulatory requirements in processes, structures and systems
Long-term anchoring of regulatory requirements through clear responsibilities, effective controls and regular reviews of compliance structures
ESG reports must meet increasingly complex regulatory and content requirements. Different data sources, manual processes and increasing time pressure often lead to quality and consistency issues.
KPMG assists companies with the automation and quality assurance of their ESG reporting. With the help of AI-supported data analysis combined with our in-depth expertise, reports are created consistently, compliantly and efficiently, in line with standards such as the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) guidelines, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for Micro and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (VSME).
Your added value at a glance
Creation and use of a consistent, centralised and audit-proof ESG database as a reliable basis for internal management and external reporting
Increased efficiency through automation and standardisation of data collection, preparation and reporting processes
Ensuring complete and timely fulfilment of all relevant ESG-related regulatory requirements
Improving the comparability of content, traceability and transparency of ESG reporting across all reporting formats and time periods
ESG data often comes from different systems, formats and sources. A lack of interfaces, manual processing and inconsistent definitions therefore frequently lead to incomplete or contradictory data sets.
KPMG assists companies with the collection, consolidation and quality assurance of ESG data. Using AI-supported data extraction and automated verification mechanisms, data from different systems is consolidated, validated and prepared for reporting and analysis.
Your added value at a glance
Centralised provision of a uniform and consistent ESG database across the company as a reliable basis for management, analysis and reporting
Automated collection, processing and plausibility checks of ESG data, including structured procedures for dealing with incomplete or missing information
Increased data quality through standardised processes, transparent calculation logic and complete documentation of data provenance
Creation of a resilient and efficient basis for internal and external ESG reporting as well as for meaningful performance analyses and management decisions
The recording and assessment of emissions poses challenges for many companies. Data availability, calculation methods and traceability are often inadequate, which means that climate balances lose their significance.
KPMG uses AI-supported solutions to help you record, calculate and validate your emissions. Our methods check data for plausibility, supplement missing values and enable precise calculation of corporate and product carbon footprints. This creates a robust basis for climate strategies and reporting.
Your added value at a glance
Provision of reliable, consistent and transparently derived emissions data as a reliable basis for decision-making for management and stakeholders
Increased efficiency through standardised and automated processes for collecting, processing and checking the plausibility of emissions data, even when data is incomplete
Creation of an analytically robust basis for the development, prioritisation and management of effective decarbonisation measures
Increasing the transparency, comparability and traceability of emissions reporting to strengthen credibility with investors, regulators and other stakeholders
Companies need comparability and transparency regarding their ESG position in the competitive environment in order to identify trends and make strategic decisions.
KPMG uses AI-based analyses to systematically evaluate sustainability reports, public data and industry information. The solutions enable peer benchmarking, trend analyses and market comparisons in real time. This makes ESG performance objectively measurable and optimises strategic management based on data.
Your added value at a glance
Ensuring a consistent and market-standard ESG presentation for better comparability of own performance with relevant competitors and peers
Systematic analysis of ESG data for early identification of key trends, risks and opportunities with strategic relevance for the company
Provision of resilient, data-driven foundations to support strategic decisions and consistent, fact-based external and internal communication
Strengthening the transparency and traceability of ESG performance to build trust among investors, customers, employees and other stakeholders
Many companies find it difficult to effectively measure and manage their ESG goals. Inadequate data quality, inconsistent metrics and fragmented systems make consistent monitoring difficult.
KPMG supports organisations with AI-based approaches to ESG performance management. Our solutions link strategic goals with operational performance indicators, integrate data from various sources and enable end-to-end monitoring across all ESG dimensions.
Automated analyses make progress transparent, identify deviations at an early stage and support data-based control measures.
Your added value at a glance
Holistic and consistent measurement of ESG performance across all corporate divisions on the basis of standardised key figures and methods
Timely detection of deviations from defined ESG targets for targeted management and initiation of suitable countermeasures
Increased transparency and informative value through automated evaluations, analyses and visualisations of ESG key figures
Provision of a resilient basis for management-relevant decisions as well as for consistent, comprehensible internal and external reporting
The demands on sustainable supply chains are increasing – both from regulators and stakeholders. However, many companies have limited transparency regarding ESG risks in their supply chain because a lack of high-quality data and complex dependencies can make a holistic assessment significantly more difficult.
KPMG offers data-based solutions for analysing and monitoring ESG risks along the supply chain. AI-supported evaluation of supplier data and external information sources enables risks to be identified and assessed at an early stage. This provides a sound basis for decision-making to align procurement and compliance with sustainability goals.
Your added value at a glance
Holistic and structured transparency on material ESG risks along the entire supply chain as a basis for effective Risk management
Proactive identification of potential environmental and social risks for the timely initiation of preventive and risk-mitigating measures
Ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements in the area of supply chain and ESG compliance through systematic data collection and evaluation
Derivation and management of sustainable procurement strategies based on reliable, comparable and decision-relevant ESG data
In many companies, ESG knowledge is decentralised across a wide variety of reports, guidelines and individual initiatives. This can lead to information gaps, which in turn can result in inefficient decision-making processes.
KPMG develops AI-based knowledge solutions that consolidate and structure ESG content from various sources and make it accessible via intuitive query options. This enables employees to quickly access relevant knowledge and make informed decisions.
Your added value at a glance
Centralised bundling and structured provision of ESG-relevant knowledge, policies and guidelines for company-wide use
Accelerating the availability of information and promoting efficient, cross-departmental collaboration through transparent and easily accessible content
Minimisation of redundant activities through automated preparation, updating and provision of ESG-relevant information
Supporting well-founded decision-making processes through the targeted use of structured, up-to-date and reliable ESG information
Partner, Audit, Global & EMA ESG Reporting Advisory Lead, Head of ESG Germany, Head of Sustainability Reporting & Governance Germany
KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft
Partner, Audit, Regulatory Advisory, Sustainability Reporting & Governance, ESG Reporting
KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft
