Articles
on CSR

Greenwashing and CSR: How to Use Capitalism to Establish Sustainable Values

Greenwashing no longer works—but can CSR truly be profitable? The answer lies in the forgotten foundations of capitalism and the writings of Adam Smith. Just like Nike and Patagonia, discover why the authentic embodiment of moral values and the courage to take financial risks have become some of the most powerful drivers of growth today.

The History of CSR Values: Protestant Origins, Language and Politics (Part 1)

Explore the historical and moral roots of CSR: from American Protestantism to the excesses of financial capitalism, and the role of language and art in shaping corporate values.

Green Style obtains 2024/2025 highest score for the CSR certification

The key player in green spaces in the Auvergne Rhône-Alpes region had already taken the challenges of climate change to heart. The 150-employee company has been committed to the issue for many years, and wanted to go even further by enlisting the support of its stakeholders. By awarding it an average score of 4.31/5, these stakeholders have congratulated the company on its sustainable approach and are committed to the future.  

Achieving a successful CSR strategy through CSRD: the importance of authenticity

In this article on CSRD, we detail the points to bear in mind to ensure best practice in CSR strategy.

3 steps to a CSRD materiality analysis

This is the last of the 5 articles dedicated to the topic of double-materiality assessment. If you have no detailed knowledge of this topic or the European CSRD framework, we invite you to consult the articles listed at the bottom of the page.

The importance of consulting stakeholders for the CSRD double-materiality assessment

This article is the 4th in a series of 5 on double-materiality assessment according to the CSRD documents. According to the founding texts that inspired the drafters of this new regulation at EFRAG, the notion of stakeholders is crucial to increase transparency and impact.

What method should be used to measure the CSRD double-materiality ?

This is the 3rd in a series of 5 articles designed to provide an easy-to-understand CSRD materiality analysis. If you've read the first two articles, the concept should hold no secrets for you. For those who are already familiar with the principle, this should give you a bit more material.

Summary of the double materiality principles, the ESRS and their subcategories

This article is the 2nd in a series of 5 articles simplifying EFRAG documents. In this one you will find the principles translated from the IG1 implementation guide dated May 2024.

The CSRD double-materiality principle easily explained

This article is the first in a series of 5 articles designed to provide an easy understanding of double materiality. By bringing together all EFRAG's sources and documents, we have simplified and illustrated the concepts to help you achieve a materiality analysis that not only prevent risks, but also identifies opportunities.

Conferences MEDEF / International CSR Congress: How to judge the quality of a CSR certification?

With the start of a new school year, two major CSR events will take place the week of October 14-17, 2024. The #SERI2024 in Paris organized by Medef National and AFMD and Le Congrès International de la RSE in Toulouse. Rate A Company was invited to present in detail the "Guarantee principle" for CSR certifications, which helps re-engage stakeholders and stem the tide of greenwashing.

Can I copy my competitors' CSR initiatives ?

A few months ago, while taking part in a meeting between professionals committed to CSR in Lyon, I was surprised to hear the virulent feedback from a few people in the group: “but of course it's normal to steal concepts !” So I asked myself whether this principle was compatible with CSR, mobilizing my network of the world's most creative countries - Sweden, the United States and England - to get an international opinion on the matter.

“Not all CSR awards are not sincere, nor legitimate”.

In its Summer 2024 issue, the business magazine Bref Eco interviews Clementine Hazeran on the legitimacy of certain CSR labels. Interview by Florence Barnola.