Sustainability reporting

A series of knowledge exchange events organized by the World Bank’s Centre for Financial Reporting Reform (CFRR) across the region, is helping to boost Western Balkan countries’ knowledge and capacity of these new Sustainability Reporting and Corporate Governance requirements and how these new changes will impact them. Empowered with this knowledge and knowing how to use it is critical to help bring them one step closer to greater EU alignment.

This publication sets out four key areas where accountants need to update their knowledge to meet the growing demand for high-quality sustainability-related information. It speaks to the vital role accountants play in producing reliable sustainability-related data, reporting and assurance, as well as the importance of education and training in ensuring professional accountants are able to meet society’s needs.