Sustainability reporting: how to address the challenges of 2026

Webinar | Thursday, February 5, 2026 | 12:00–12:40 CET | live on Zoom

In 2026, sustainability reporting is entering a period of realignment. Ongoing discussions around the Omnibus package and the simplification of the European regulatory framework have raised a recurring question: does sustainability reporting still matter, especially when there is no direct legal obligation?

Starting from this question, Amapola is hosting the webinar “Sustainability reporting: how to address the challenges of 2026”—a short, practical session in dialogue format, designed to clarify what will actually change in 2026 and how to set up voluntary sustainability reporting that supports relationships across value chains and with the financial sector.

For many companies, the answer does not lie in regulation alone. It lies in the market. Even when legal requirements are reduced or postponed, ESG information requests continue to flow through value chains and financial relationships. Lead customers, procurement teams, banks and providers of public or blended finance increasingly ask for reliable data, clear governance, commitments and measurable outcomes. In this context, the most relevant question is no longer “Do I have to report?”, but a more concrete one: what information do I need to be credible and reliable in the eyes of the market?

The webinar will take the form of a conversation between Giulia Devani, Head of Reporting at Amapola, and Micol Burighel, Head of Communication. In 40 minutes, the aim is to provide a pragmatic compass: an up-to-date overview of the evolving landscape and an essential pathway to building lean yet robust sustainability reporting, without overburdening internal processes.

Agenda

The first part will offer a concise update on the 2026 landscape, helping participants distinguish between changes that may genuinely affect business decisions and more superficial readings of the regulatory debate.

The second part will focus on market expectations, value chains and the role of the financial sector. Particular attention will be given to the growing relevance of ESG information in bank–company dialogue.

The third part will be practical and dedicated to the fundamentals of voluntary sustainability reporting, with a focus on the VSME standard as a practical reference for building proportionate, credible reporting aligned with market expectations. The discussion will highlight both best practices and common pitfalls, with the aim of developing a report that remains useful over time and truly embedded in business strategy.