Our new ESRS Data Points Mapping Tool simplifies the complex task of aligning your company’s material sustainability topics with over 1,100 data points required by the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). These data points are specific metrics, qualitative disclosures, or other information that organizations must report under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). They cover environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors and are designed to help organizations provide transparent information about their impacts, risks, and opportunities related to sustainability. This guide will walk you through each step of our new tool, highlighting its functionality and key benefits.
Key benefits of the tool
- Time-efficient: Complete complex mappings in seconds rather than days.
- Cost-saving: Reduces dependency on external consultants.
- Accurate and reliable: Adheres to the latest ESRS requirements, eliminating manual errors.
- User-friendly: Designed for companies of all sizes, with an intuitive interface and multilingual support.
Who can benefit?
The tool is scalable and suitable for organizations across industries, from small businesses to large corporations. Whether you are new to sustainability reporting or have an experienced team, the ESRS Data Points Mapping Tool helps streamline the process.
Why choose the ESRS Data Points Mapping Tool?
This tool is more than a compliance aid; it’s a strategic partner in simplifying sustainability reporting. By using this tool, your organization can:
- Save time to focus on strategic sustainability efforts,
- Ensure compliance with evolving regulations, and
- Improve transparency in your sustainability communication.
To learn more or test the tool, visit the official page: Materiality Master – ESRS Data Points Mapping Tool
Step 1: Input your material topics
Start by uploading the results of your double materiality analysis, which identifies the most relevant sustainability issues for your organization. You can either:
- Manually input these topics, or
- Upload a pre-prepared list for the tool to process.
This step ensures the mapping is tailored to your company’s unique sustainability priorities.
Step 2: Complete the mapping setup
Next, provide essential company information, such as:
- Industry sector and company size,
- The language for your output report (English or German).
This setup allows the tool to customize the mapping according to your organizational context, making it more precise and actionable.
Step 3: Automated mapping
Once setup is complete, the tool instantly matches your material topics with relevant ESRS data points. This automation saves significant time—what would take a sustainability expert days to complete manually, the tool accomplishes in mere seconds. This ensures:
- Accuracy
- Compliance with the latest ESRS and CSRD guidelines
- A reduction in the risk of human error
Step 4: Review the results
Preview a summary of the mapped data points. This gives you an initial look at:
- The total number of data points linked to each ESRS standard
- How well your sustainability topics align with reporting requirements
You can verify the results before committing to purchase.
Step 5: Make a payment
Choose a payment option that suits your needs:
- One-time mapping for immediate access to your data points or
- Annual subscription to Materiality Master for unlimited mappings and access to advanced materiality analysis features through the platform. For this, you first have to sign up for Materiality Master and then do the mapping.
Once payment is complete, you gain access to the full report in form of a comprehensive excel file.
Step 6: Download your results
Download the Excel file containing a detailed list of all relevant data points for your CSRD report, as well as explanations, tips and helpful links. The document shows you all your material Data Points and whether they are mandatory, conditional or voluntary. It also shows you what kind of data you need to report and links you directly to the original EFRAG document for further information on every data point.
Determine your approach to sustainability reporting by deciding whether your organization aims for minimal compliance or aspires to become a “green leader” and filter the collums accordingly.
You can enter all the important data and informations directly into the document, as well as assign responsibility and more, keeping everything nicely organized in one place. This document serves as a practical guide for your reporting process and ensures that your company meets compliance standards.
