SME Sustainability Rules: A Short Introduction
A short briefing on the must-know regulations and market pressures affecting SME clients over the next 12-18 months. We cover what matters, what is just noise, and how to spot which clients need help first.
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What you will learn:
- The ESG Pressure Map: A clear mental model of how requirements trickle down from big business to SMEs through supply chains.
- The 4 Key Drivers: A plain-English breakdown of SECR, UK SRS, Government Procurement, and Greenwashing laws.
- Scope Reality: Why "indirect" pressure from banks and buyers is hitting SMEs faster and harder than direct regulation.
- Advisory Confidence: Exactly what to say when clients ask "Am I in trouble?" so you can respond proportionately.
Agenda
- The Pattern: How commercial pressure moves through the market
- The Drivers: SECR, UK SRS, Procurement, and Greenwashing
- Direct vs. Indirect: Distinguishing mandates from questions
- The Accountant's Role: Interpretation vs. Calculation
- Practical Actions: Mapping your client base next week
Alex Alvey
Sustainability Reporting Lead
Alex specialises in helping accountants navigate the complex landscape of sustainability standards, focusing on practical risk advice rather than technical compliance.
Registration Resources
After the webinar, all registrants will receive:
- On-Demand Recording: Immediate access to the video replay to review the session at your convenience.
- The ESG Pressure Map: A 1-page guide and client conversation scripts to use in your firm.
The 4 Drivers of SME Pressure
We will break down the four distinct forces that are combining to squeeze SMEs for data, even when they are technically "out of scope."
SECR & Reporting
The Legacy Force: How existing rules for large entities have normalised energy and carbon reporting requests down the supply chain.
UK SRS
The Future Standard: Even if voluntary for SMEs, this framework defines what "good" looks like to banks and investors.
Procurement
The Revenue Risk: Why public sector tenders and large buyers now mandate Carbon Reduction Plans just to bid for work.
Greenwashing
The Legal Risk: New CMA powers mean "aspirational" marketing claims now carry real financial penalties for SMEs.
Turn regulatory noise into advisory confidence
Your clients are seeing the headlines, but they don't know which ones apply to them. This session gives you the filter you need to separate "noise" from "risk" and advise them calmly.
Why register today?
- Understand the "Pressure Map": See exactly how rules for big business trickle down to your SME clients.
- Practical Resources: Receive our 1-page guide and client conversation scripts immediately after the session.
- Can't attend live? Register now to ensure the recording and resources land in your inbox automatically.
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