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The Evolution of Sustainability: From 1972 to Today
Sustainability and sustainable development have been on people’s minds for decades now. The conversation officially began back in 1972 at the UN Conference on the Human Environment in Stockholm. That’s when it was first recognized that human progress and environmental protection shouldn’t be separate issues—they actually work better together. Later, the Brundtland Commission’s 1987 report, Our Common Future, gave the idea even more traction by emphasizing sustainability as a key solution to the world’s growing ecological problems.
Fast forward to 2025, and we’re still talking about the same challenges: how to balance human development with protecting the planet. Sustainability has become a hot topic, but tangible action? That’s still lagging behind. It’s time to rethink how we approach sustainability—not as a chore to put off but as an opportunity to create a better, more prosperous future for people, businesses, and the planet.
From Profit to Compliance: The Struggle for Sustainability in Business
Let’s be honest: at the end of the day, companies are focused on profit. USPs (Unique Selling Propositions) are increasingly difficult to maintain within a global marketplace. Achieving a competitive advantage in sustainability that is sustainable over the long run… Now that is a prospect worth getting excited about.
Profit maximization is the ultimate goal that shapes business strategies and decisions. Historically, businesses made big bucks by exploiting natural and human resources without worrying too much about long-term consequences. But with growing awareness of sustainability, things are shifting. Profit is no longer the only driver—governments and public opinion are stepping in to push businesses toward sustainable practices.
Navigating ESG Reporting: Global Standards and EU Requirements
For companies, this shift isn’t easy. Many struggle to see how sustainability can boost their bottom line, and they’re often reluctant to embrace changes they don’t fully understand. Enter ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)—a framework originally created by financial institutions to evaluate companies’ efforts toward sustainable goals. Today, ESG is widely used to measure and compare businesses’ progress.
But here’s the catch: not every region has the same standards. While places like the UK, Singapore, Australia, India, Malaysia, and the EU have introduced reporting obligations, the EU is leading the pack with its strict requirements. Companies operating in the EU must follow the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainability Reporting Standard (ESRD)—over 250 pages of rules covering everything from operations to natural and human resources. And it’s only getting more detailed. Within two years, additional sector-specific requirements will roll out, adding even more complexity.
Right now, EU companies have to report on roughly 1,200 data points, including values, tables, and narratives. It’s a massive undertaking that involves collecting, analyzing, and organizing data, identifying risks, setting goals, and building reports. No wonder businesses find this overwhelming!
Effortless ESG Reporting and Business Monitoring with SKOOR Dashboards
That’s where we come in. Our solution, SKOOR ESG Dashboards, simplifies the entire process. It helps businesses at every stage of ESG reporting, from collecting and centralizing data to visualizing it and generating reports. Our platform turns raw data into user-friendly graphs, trends, and insights—making sustainability efforts easier to understand and act on. You don’t even need to pre-format your data; the software handles it for you, saving time and effort.
With SKOOR ESG Dashboards, preparing ESG reports becomes faster, easier, and far less stressful. You’ll also gain structured insights that can turn sustainability efforts into actionable business strategies. But that’s not all—our dashboards aren’t just for ESG reporting. They’re also a powerful tool for monitoring business performance, making decisions, supporting audits, sparking innovation, and identifying opportunities.
Need something customized? No problem. You can add elements, choose how data is displayed (hourly, daily, monthly, or however you like), and use built-in filters to get a clearer picture of your business. It’s all about making data work for you—and automating the stuff that used to be a hassle.
Curious?
Try a demo or send us your data, and we’ll show you what’s possible. With SKOOR ESG Dashboards, the possibilities are endless—and sustainability can finally become a win-win for your business and the planet.
Olga Meichtry, PhD
Head of Business & Product Development @ Kestrel ConsultingMaterials scientist, worked for several years in the cement industry focusing on sustainable products, sustainable energy and developing sustainable operations and spent several years in Big4 companies, leading business and digital transformations at global companies. She continues this profession today at Kestrel Consulting.
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