While the CSRD and CSDDD have been adopted into EU law, an Omnibus package introduced in February 2025 is making substantive changes to both directives.
For a foundational overview of the CSRD and CSDDD, including changes introduced by the Omnibus Stop-the-clock Directive and the European Commission’s (EC’s) proposed Content Directive, read our Hot Topics linked below.
For an overview of the latest developments on all the moving parts of EU sustainability reporting, including Omnibus updates, continue scrolling – and regularly check the timelines below for key updates.
EFRAG, the EU’s corporate reporting advisory board, has proposed simplified European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) and submitted them to the EC. The EC is now proceeding with its own due process to see if more changes are needed. Our guide will help you understand the changes EFRAG has proposed and what they would mean in practice.
The EU has reached a provisional agreement on its proposed Content Directive between the European Parliament (EP) and the Council of the EU (Council). The agreement will result in major changes to the CSRD and CSDDD, including significant changes to scoping thresholds. The Council has already endorsed this agreement on December 10, and the EP is expected to vote on this agreement by the end of the year. The table below shows a comparison of the key elements of the CSRD and CSDDD.
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The CSRD amends the Accounting Directive (2013/34/EU), which applies to non-EU companies that meet certain employee, turnover (revenue) and/or asset thresholds; and to non-EU groups with substantial activity and a presence in the EU. In-scope companies are required to prepare sustainability reporting in accordance with the ESRS.
Directive 2013/34/EU
The CSDDD (2024/1760) applies to non-EU companies that meet certain revenue and/or royalty thresholds. In-scope companies are required to comply with certain due diligence obligations (including reporting and transition plan adoption) related to actual and potential adverse human rights and environmental impacts.
Directive 2024/1760
A package of directives and proposals intended to simplify sustainability reporting and due diligence requirements – including the CSRD and CSDDD – while still achieving the overall ambition of the European Green Deal. With this package, the EC aims to significantly reduce administrative burdens, increase legal clarity, and support businesses in their transition toward sustainable and competitive operations within the EU market.
Omnibus package, proposed by the ECOur Hot Topics, tailored to US companies, provide information on the relevant scoping and reporting requirements, as adopted by the EU.
Global implications of EU sustainability reporting
Omnibus proposals could significantly reduce the scope of the CSRD and its applicability beyond the EU
Global implications of due diligence acts
Omnibus proposals aim to significantly streamline due diligence obligations and ease burden on companies
The EC’s efforts to simplify and streamline certain EU legislation (including the CSRD and CSDDD) are being executed via a series of Omnibus packages and other simplification measures. These measures are being introduced in waves, with different parts progressing at varying speeds.
To help you stay informed, we’ve created five separate timelines – each tracking a specific piece of the Omnibus package. This approach will give you a clearer view of the distinct regulatory pieces and their unique paths forward.
Click each of the boxes below to view a timeline of what’s happened so far and what’s expected next. As legislative discussions evolve, future dates may shift, so check back regularly for the latest updates.
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The CSRD entered into force in January 2023. Despite the deadline of July 6, 2024 to transpose it into national law, a handful of Member States have not yet transposed.
For Wave 1 companies, these delayed transpositions continue to cause legal uncertainties relating to, for example, continued application of the sustainability reporting regime under the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD).
The CSRD entered into force in January 2023. Despite the deadline of July 6, 2024 to transpose it into national law, a handful of Member States have not yet transposed.
For Wave 1 companies, these delayed transpositions continue to cause legal uncertainties relating to, for example, continued application of the sustainability reporting regime under the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD).
Non-EU groups in scope of the CSRD are required to report in accordance with the forthcoming non-EU group standards (NESRS). The EC’s adoption deadline for the NESRS is June 30, 2026. However, a de-prioritization process proposed by the EC would further delay this timeline until at least October 2027. Certain non-EU groups would still be required to comply with the CSRD, and this delay would leave little time for them to prepare for reporting in FY2029 (based on FY2028 data).
Non-EU groups in scope of the CSRD are required to report in accordance with the forthcoming non-EU group standards (NESRS). The EC’s adoption deadline for the NESRS is June 30, 2026. However, a de-prioritization process proposed by the EC would further delay this timeline until at least October 2027. Certain non-EU groups would still be required to comply with the CSRD, and this delay would leave little time for them to prepare for reporting in FY2029 (based on FY2028 data).
EFRAG has launched an ESRS Knowledge Hub, a new digital gateway designed to help companies and stakeholders navigate the ESRS, support consistent implementation and enhance the transparency and usability of ESRS. The platform includes key ESRS-related materials, including standards, implementation guidance and supporting documents.
EFRAG has launched an ESRS Knowledge Hub, a new digital gateway designed to help companies and stakeholders navigate the ESRS, support consistent implementation and enhance the transparency and usability of ESRS. The platform includes key ESRS-related materials, including standards, implementation guidance and supporting documents.
The EC has adopted a recommendation on voluntary sustainability reporting for SMEs that includes a voluntary standard for SMEs (VSME). The EC is encouraging companies in scope of the CSRD to leverage this standard when making requests to SMEs, to the extent possible.
The EC still plans to adopt a delegated act on a voluntary standard. The timing of this adoption will depend on the progress and outcomes of the ongoing Omnibus proposal negotiations. Read our web article, VSME: A voluntary sustainability reporting option
The EC has adopted a recommendation on voluntary sustainability reporting for SMEs that includes a voluntary standard for SMEs (VSME). The EC is encouraging companies in scope of the CSRD to leverage this standard when making requests to SMEs, to the extent possible.
The EC still plans to adopt a delegated act on a voluntary standard. The timing of this adoption will depend on the progress and outcomes of the ongoing Omnibus proposal negotiations. Read our web article, VSME: A voluntary sustainability reporting option
The CSRD requires the EC to adopt limited assurance standards by October 1 2026. The provisional agreement reached by the co-legislators would postpone this adoption deadline until July 1 2027.
The CSRD requires the EC to adopt limited assurance standards by October 1 2026. The provisional agreement reached by the co-legislators would postpone this adoption deadline until July 1 2027.
The CSDDD entered into force in July 2024. The Stop-the-clock Directive extends the transposition deadline to July 26, 2027 and the provisional agreement reached by the co-legislators would further extend the transposition deadline until July 26, 2028.
To avoid a fragmented regulatory landscape, a harmonization principle allows Member States to introduce into their national law more stringent and/or specific provisions but prohibits divergence from certain due diligence obligations. The provisional agreement would expand the harmonization principle to further aspects of the due diligence process.
The CSDDD entered into force in July 2024. The Stop-the-clock Directive extends the transposition deadline to July 26, 2027 and the provisional agreement reached by the co-legislators would further extend the transposition deadline until July 26, 2028.
To avoid a fragmented regulatory landscape, a harmonization principle allows Member States to introduce into their national law more stringent and/or specific provisions but prohibits divergence from certain due diligence obligations. The provisional agreement would expand the harmonization principle to further aspects of the due diligence process.
By March 31, 2027, the EC will establish the CSDDD report content and criteria, which are expected to align with similar reporting criteria in the CSRD. The provisional agreement would extend this deadline to March 31, 2029.
The EC will issue guidelines to support companies in fulfilling due diligence obligations by January 26, 2027. The provisional agreement would extend this deadline to July 26, 2027.
By March 31, 2027, the EC will establish the CSDDD report content and criteria, which are expected to align with similar reporting criteria in the CSRD. The provisional agreement would extend this deadline to March 31, 2029.
The EC will issue guidelines to support companies in fulfilling due diligence obligations by January 26, 2027. The provisional agreement would extend this deadline to July 26, 2027.
By July 26, 2026, the EC will assess the need for additional due diligence requirements for regulated financial undertakings related to the provision of financial services and investment activities. The provisional agreement would eliminate this assessment.
By July 26, 2030, the EC will assess the effectiveness of certain implementation matters, including whether a scoping approach specific to high-risk sectors should be introduced and whether the value chain definition should be revised. The provisional agreement would extend this deadline to July 26, 2031.
By July 26, 2026, the EC will assess the need for additional due diligence requirements for regulated financial undertakings related to the provision of financial services and investment activities. The provisional agreement would eliminate this assessment.
By July 26, 2030, the EC will assess the effectiveness of certain implementation matters, including whether a scoping approach specific to high-risk sectors should be introduced and whether the value chain definition should be revised. The provisional agreement would extend this deadline to July 26, 2031.
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