Day 1: Global and Local Reporting Practices. Strategic Overview of Reporting Preparation

The first day provides a strategic introduction to ESG reporting by examining global trends and local practices, with a focus on the Middle East region.

Participants will explore the key drivers of non-financial reporting growth, including regulatory requirements, investor expectations, and societal demands.

Key Topics Covered:

• Global Trends and Regional Context – Understanding how global ESG trends impact reporting frameworks and business strategies.
• Case Studies from the Middle East – Regulatory expectations and practical approaches adopted by local companies.
• Company Presentation – Insights into how reporting has influenced business outcomes, boosted transparency, and attracted investment.
• Reporting as a Business Process: A Step-by-Step Guide –
  • Initiating the process and defining objectives (Scope).
  • Building teams, setting timelines, and creating a roadmap.
  • Conducting materiality assessments and identifying priority issues.
  • Collecting and consolidating data from various sources.
  • Drafting, designing, and reviewing the report for assurance.
  • Publishing the report and establishing communication strategies.
  • Collecting feedback and continuously improving the reporting cycle.

Day 2: Key Concepts and Reporting Standards (GRI, TCFD / ISSB, CSRD / ESRS)

The second day focuses on building technical knowledge about key reporting frameworks and standards, emphasizing compliance, consistency, and comparability.

Participants will examine major methodologies and disclosure requirements, preparing them to select and integrate frameworks effectively.

Key Topics Covered:

• Core Concepts in ESG Reporting –
• Materiality vs. Double Materiality and their importance in decision-making.
• Risk, impact, and opportunity assessments (ROI) in reporting.
• Stakeholder engagement strategies and supply chain due diligence.
• Assurance and verification processes for enhancing report credibility.
• Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) –
• Structure, universal and topic-specific standards.
• Practical steps for GRI-based reporting, including boundaries, data collection, and disclosure.
• Common mistakes and examples of successful implementation.
• European Sustainability Reporting Standards (CSRD / ESRS) –
• Key components of CSRD and the double materiality concept.
• Overview of ESRS requirements covering environmental, social, and governance aspects.
• Climate-Focused Reporting (TCFD / ISSB) –
• Core elements of TCFD: governance, strategy, risk management, metrics, and targets.
• Integration of ISSB’s IFRS S1 and S2 standards and their alignment with TCFD.

Day 3: Climate Risk Assessment, ESG Ratings, Framework Selection, and Report Publication

The third day is practice-oriented, focusing on climate risk assessments, working with ESG ratings, and designing an effective publication strategy.

The sessions highlight tools for scenario modeling and data validation, ensuring alignment with global sustainability requirements.

Key Topics Covered:

• Climate Risk Assessment and Scenario Modeling –
• Identifying climate-related risks and integrating them into risk management.
• Applying scenario modeling techniques to test resilience and assess impacts.
• Overcoming data gaps and analytical challenges.
• Company Presentation – A practical case on how a local company conducted climate or ESG risk assessments, including lessons learned and results achieved.
• Working with ESG Ratings and Disclosure Systems –
• Overview of key ESG scoring agencies: CSA S&P Global, MSCI, Fitch ESG, Moody’s ESG, and Sustainalytics.
• Evaluation criteria and approaches used by agencies.
• Designing a disclosure system to support ESG ratings and improve visibility.
• Practical recommendations for effective interactions with rating agencies.
• Framework Selection Strategy –
• Linking ESG goals to business strategies and key performance indicators.
• Evaluating and integrating multiple frameworks (GRI, TCFD, ISSB, ESRS).
• Leveraging “multi-framework” approaches for comprehensive reporting.
• Continuous Improvement –
• Collecting stakeholder feedback to enhance future reporting cycles.
• Lessons learned and refining processes for data collection, audits, and disclosures.
• Report Publication and Communication Strategies –
• Choosing effective publication formats (PDF, web-based reports, interactive content).
• Promoting reports among internal and external stakeholders (media, partners, investors).
• Ensuring transparency and readability to enhance engagement and credibility.

Key Takeaways

This seminar provides a comprehensive roadmap for preparing ESG reports, enabling participants to:

• Understand the reporting landscape – Global trends, local practices, and evolving regulatory requirements.
• Master reporting frameworks and standards – From GRI and TCFD to ISSB and CSRD/ESRS.
• Develop practical skills – Conducting materiality assessments, evaluating climate risks, and working with ESG ratings.
• Build strategic reporting systems – Integrating frameworks, aligning ESG goals with business strategy, and improving disclosure quality.
• Prepare for real-world implementation – Tools for data collection, design, verification, and stakeholder communication.

The combination of interactive sessions, case studies, and company presentations ensures participants leave with actionable insights

and a clear understanding of how to enhance reporting practices within their organizations.

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