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Sustainability Reporting Assurance

Sustainability reporting assurance provides independent confirmation of the accuracy, completeness and reliability of sustainability and ESG information disclosed by organizations. It enhances confidence among stakeholders, supports regulatory compliance and strengthens the credibility of sustainability reports.
Kiwa delivers independent and impartial assurance services to help organizations demonstrate that their sustainability reporting is robust, transparent and aligned with recognized standards and reporting frameworks.

Benefits of Sustainability Reporting Assurance

  • Increased credibility and stakeholder confidence in sustainability disclosures
  • Enhanced reliability of ESG information reported in line with applicable frameworks and standards
  • Improved data quality, consistency and internal controls
  • Strengthened transparency, accountability and governance
  • Identification of gaps, risks and opportunities for continuous improvement

Reporting Standards and Frameworks Covered

Kiwa provides sustainability reporting assurance against a wide range of international reporting standards and frameworks, including but not limited to:

  • GRI Standards (Global Reporting Initiative): The leading global framework for transparent, impact-based sustainability reporting that helps organizations communicate their economic, environmental and social performance.
  • ISSB Standards: Global, investor-focused sustainability disclosure standards that explain how ESG risks and opportunities affect enterprise value and financial performance.
  • Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standards for SMEs (VSME): A practical and proportionate ESG reporting framework designed to help non-listed SMEs meet growing sustainability information requests with reduced complexity.

Our Services

Assurance Standards Applied

Kiwa delivers sustainability reporting assurance in accordance with internationally recognized assurance standards, including but not limited to, the following, ensuring credibility, consistency and stakeholder confidence.

  • ISAE 3000
    A globally recognized standard providing a robust framework for independent assurance of non-financial and sustainability information.
  • AA1000 Assurance Standard (AA1000AS)
    Focuses on the quality of sustainability performance and reporting by assessing inclusivity, materiality and responsiveness to stakeholder expectations.
  • ISSA 5000
    The international sustainability assurance standard developed by the IAASB, designed to enhance trust, comparability and consistency in sustainability assurance engagements worldwide.
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Why Kiwa?

Kiwa is a trusted, independent assurance provider with extensive experience in sustainability, ESG assurance and management systems. Our services combine technical expertise, sector knowledge and a consistent assurance methodology aligned with internationally recognized standards and best practices.

With a global presence and an impartial approach, Kiwa supports organizations in strengthening the credibility and reliability of their sustainability information to meet stakeholder and market expectations.

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