• ESG is now a boardroom priority: 71.6% of companies conduct regular ESG strategy reviews at the board level.
• CSRD reporting is more than compliance: 80.6% of companies plan to use CSRD data for reporting, while 56.7% integrate it into strategic planning and risk management.
• Governance structures are evolving: 62.6% of firms have dedicated ESG committees, and 32.87% tie ESG performance to executive evaluations.

A Strategic Shift in ESG Leadership

The 2025 CSRD Pulse Check Survey by Datamaran reveals a transformative shift in corporate sustainability governance. With ESG oversight moving into the boardroom, companies are embedding sustainability into decision-making structures like never before.

“ESG is moving from an isolated function to a boardroom priority. Our survey shows that 71.6% of companies now conduct regular ESG strategy reviews at the board level, 62.6% have dedicated ESG committees, and 32.87% have ESG-linked executive performance metrics. This is a clear sign that companies are embedding sustainability into leadership and governance — an essential step for long-term success in an era of increasing regulatory and investor scrutiny.” — Marjella Lecourt-Alma, CEO & Co-Founder, Datamaran

How Businesses Are Using CSRD Reporting Data

Companies are leveraging CSRD reporting beyond compliance, using it to strengthen governance and long-term financial resilience. The survey highlights that organizations plan to use CSRD data in multiple ways:

• 80.6% of companies use CSRD reporting to refine their sustainability disclosures.
• 56.7% incorporate CSRD insights into risk management and strategic planning.
• 44.7% utilize CSRD data for competitive benchmarking.
• Only 23.8% focus on supplier and partner evaluation, signaling a gap in value chain integration.

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ESG Oversight and Governance on the Rise

Companies are embedding ESG oversight into leadership structures, ensuring that sustainability is not an afterthought but a core business priority.

• 71.6% of firms conduct ESG strategy reviews at the board level.
• 62.6% have established dedicated ESG committees.
• 32.87% of executives now have ESG-linked performance metrics.

While ESG training remains an underdeveloped area—only 32.8% of firms provide in-house training for board members—there is an increasing push for sustainability to be ingrained at the highest leadership levels.

What Companies Consider the Most Valuable CSRD Insights

When asked which CSRD data is most valuable for decision-making, respondents prioritized key Impacts, Risks, and Opportunities (IROs):

• 55% ranked material impacts, risks, and opportunities as the most valuable insights.
• 37.8% prioritized the strategic alignment of ESG with business objectives.
• 30.7% saw value chain data analysis as crucial for decision-making.

This underscores a fundamental shift: sustainability data is no longer just about compliance—it’s an integral part of business strategy.

The Future of CSRD: Beyond Compliance to Competitive Advantage

“Our survey results make it clear: forward-thinking companies are embracing CSRD not just as a compliance exercise but as a strategic enabler. With over 56% of companies using CSRD to strengthen governance, risk management, and financial resilience, we’re seeing a shift toward ESG as a driver of business value. Leaders who integrate ESG insights into core decision-making will be best positioned to navigate regulatory demands and achieve long-term business success.” — Marjella Lecourt-Alma, CEO & Co-Founder, Datamaran

With CSRD now a cornerstone of corporate governance, companies that proactively integrate double materiality assessments, ESG-linked performance metrics, and value chain transparency will gain a competitive edge.

As the sustainability landscape evolves, businesses must move beyond checking regulatory boxes to leveraging ESG insights for long-term value creation.

About the Survey

The Datamaran 2025 CSRD Pulse Check Survey gathered insights from 65 companies across multiple industries, engaging directors (32%), managers (29%), analysts (11%), and executives (8.9%). The findings serve as a benchmark for organizations navigating CSRD compliance and strategic sustainability integration.

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