VSME: Simple sustainability reporting for SMEs
20/02/2025
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Many SMEs are finding that sustainability is becoming an increasingly important theme, both for customers and for banks and investors. But how do you report on this without being tied to complex obligations like large companies? This is where VSME comes in: a simple, standardized way to share sustainability information, with direct benefits for financing and market position.
What is VSME?
“VSME, or Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standards, are voluntary guidelines within the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). They help SMEs to report sustainability information in a simple and structured way, without being tied to the heavy obligations of large companies.” Belgian banks are preparing a database that will adopt this structure (Kube ESG from Isabel) to facilitate the exchange of data in a standardized way and to use them for financing applications.
How can VSME help your SME?
VSME helps you to report sustainability information in a structured and simple way. VSME helps you with:
- Access to financing – Banks use VSME data via Kube ESG. A structured report increases your chances of getting credit.
- More transparency – Customers and suppliers gain insight into your sustainable efforts.
- Stronger competitive position – By strategically addressing sustainability, you make your company future-proof.
By voluntarily reporting according to VSME, you can better measure your impact and be accountable without being tied to the complex obligations of large companies.
PKF BOFIDI is an experienced and reliable partner for SMEs. “Our experts guide you step by step: from drafting your first sustainability report to integrating VSME into your business strategy. We ensure that you are ready for the future without unnecessary complexity.”
Our services include:
- Advice and support for sustainability reporting
- Integration of VSME within existing business processes
- Strategic advice for future-proof business
Every SME is unique and we offer tailor-made solutions. Our specialists think proactively and ensure that you are always prepared for the future. With PKF BOFIDI as a partner, you not only get support but also a strategy for sustainable growth.
Our PKF BOFIDI experts are happy to help you
For SMEs, it is important to have the right support for sustainability reporting. VSME offers a simple and effective way to do this, and PKF BOFIDI is the ideal partner to guide you through this process. Banks will also ask for this data for your financing via Kube ESG. With the right expertise and a personal approach, we ensure that you can grow sustainably in an ever-changing world.
Want to know how VSME can help your business? Contact us today for a free consultation.
This article was written by Jean-Louis de Hasque, ESG expert.