The rules for products in Europe are changing. Where a good story used to be enough, hard proof will soon be required. Customers, supply chain partners and lawmakers want to know exactly what is in your product, where it comes from and what happens to it after use. With the Digital Product Passport, this transparency will be recorded for each individual product. From 2027, this will apply to clothing, textiles and footwear. Other sectors will follow later.

The EUDR (the European deforestation regulation) has been pushed back once more. Both the European Parliament and the European Council have now voted to delay the deadline until the end of 2026 for large companies and mid-2027 for small businesses. This constant delay creates a lot of confusion. Business owners mainly want to know one thing: what does this mean for my company? Below, we explain it in a short, straightforward way.

November. The month when inboxes overflow, webshops go into overdrive, and discounts fight for attention. Tomorrow is Black Friday, but it has not been just a day for a long time. It has become a whole month of buying more, faster and cheaper. And more and more business owners ask themselves: Does this still fit who we are? Not because selling is wrong, but because growth can mean more than volume. That is why many SMEs now choose an alternative that matches their values.

The European Parliament wants to significantly reduce the scope of both the CSRD and the CSDDD. Under the proposal, CSRD reporting would only apply to companies with more than 1750 employees and 450 million euros in revenue. As a result, about 92% of companies currently subject to the CSRD would no longer be required to report. The CSDDD would apply only to companies with at least 5,000 employees and 1.5 billion euros in revenue.

Ten years after the Paris Climate Agreement, Europe is taking stock. There is progress: projected temperature rises are falling, renewable energy is expanding, and technology is advancing faster than ever. Yet the real breakthrough is still to come. That is why European Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra unveiled a new climate deal this month. One that brings together climate, economy and independence. Less idealism, more focus on what truly works.

On 29 September, the European Council adopted new rules to simplify and clarify the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). These changes reduce paperwork and costs for businesses while maintaining strong climate ambition. Even with the simplification, about 99% of CO₂ emissions from CBAM goods will still be included.

Voluntary sustainability reporting is no longer an exception; it’s becoming the norm. Where sustainability used to follow rules and regulations mainly, businesses are now taking the initiative themselves. Research by Visma shows that 22% of companies already report voluntarily, and another 27% are considering it. In total, 68% of entrepreneurs say sustainability reporting is important. The Exact SME Monitor by The Hague University of Applied Sciences confirms this: 26% of small and medium-sized businesses already share results externally, and another 26% are preparing to do so. More than half of SMEs are therefore already demonstrating their sustainability efforts, or planning to do so.

Good news for small and medium-sized businesses: on 30 July, the European Commission formally adopted the VSME standard as a Recommendation. This is a big step forward. For the first time, there is one clear reporting standard that is understood across all EU member states. No more confusion from different sustainability questionnaires, just one practical, consistent approach for SMEs.

The luxury industry is built on craftsmanship, exclusivity and high margins, which makes it the perfect sector for responsible business. Brands like Hermès and Rolex prove this: with control, care and attention, you can build long-term brand value and stay profitable. Sustainability doesn’t hurt your success; it strengthens it. Still, painful stories have come to light about exploitation at brands like Dior and Loro Piana. Jumpers that cost as much as the maker’s monthly wage. Billion-euro profits for the company, with hardly any questions asked. As long as it sells, no one seems to care.

Sustainability isn’t just for big companies anymore. SMEs are being asked to show what they’re doing for the environment, their people, and the wider world. A good story is no longer enough; it means transparent, reliable reporting. That’s why more businesses are choosing the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). The most widely used ESG reporting framework in the world. In July 2025, the United Nations officially recognised GRI as the global standard for sustainability reporting. Using Eevery? Then you’re on the right track. Our ESG tool is officially GRI-certified. In this blog, you’ll learn what that means, what’s changed recently, and how you can take action today.

VSME is the new European standard for sustainability reporting. Simple, voluntary, and designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises that want to become more sustainable. But without the time, budget, or appetite for thick reports or expensive consultants. At Eevery, we've developed the perfect solution: the VSME Reporting Tool. A user-friendly tool that helps you measure where you stand and instantly generates a professional report. Ideal for business owners who take sustainability seriously. Whether it's for your customers, banks, supply chain partners, or simply for yourself.

We’re proud to share that Damen Shiprepair has launched a sustainability pilot together with Eevery. In this pilot, we’re helping Damen to further improve the sustainability of their supply chain. It’s a powerful example of how a major player can actively support its suppliers in transitioning towards more sustainable business practices. In the latest episode of the PIM Noord-Holland podcast, Wouter Veldhuijzen (Damen) and Michiel Slinkert (Eevery) explain how this partnership came to life.