And yes, ERM is one of the leading addresses in a booming industry. Consulting companies specializing in sustainability issues can hardly save themselves from commissions; demand has “exploded”, says one consultant. The reason: Investors, customers and regulators demand detailed sustainability reports from companies. The companies have to prove figures and achieve goals, give evidence of the climate compatibility of their business, their supply chains and their social standards. Consultants are happy to help. And Brussels is now fueling business further: with changed sustainability rules.
