Establishing Comprehensive ESG Management

Sister group Jebsen & Jessen Hamburg has launched its fifth sustainability report, in German and English, the last in its current format before it adapts to new local ESG regulations.

At Jebsen & Jessen Hamburg, ESG management is viewed not merely as compliance but as a key to sustainable growth and long-term success. Since the start of the year, significant progress has been made in integrating ESG principles, including forming a working group and establishing a structured approach to embed these into its corporate strategy.

This commitment is strengthened by the active participation of a core ESG team and representatives from all divisions and business services, reflecting a unified, company-wide effort to advance ESG initiatives and meet (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) CSRD reporting requirements.

Collaboration is a priority: the ESG working group fosters knowledge sharing and synergy across the organisation. A recent CSRD workshop kickstarted the capacity building process, laying the foundation for upcoming reporting obligations.

Evolving regulations, including the EU Green Deal and the Paris Climate Agreement, require a disclosure of material ESG data for the 2024 financial year, beginning in 2025. This involves conducting a double materiality analysis, collecting and analysing data, and setting clear objectives—a significant step beyond previous voluntary reporting practices.