Europe’s ESG framework is entering a new era, propelled by regulatory momentum, investor scrutiny, and stakeholder demands for greater transparency. The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) are redefining corporate responsibilities, embedding sustainability into governance and operations. Beyond compliance, businesses face public accountability and social imperatives that call for proactive integration of climate and human-rights considerations. This session will explore what Europe’s ESG framework means for businesses operating in or with the EU.