Together we create
future proof wine production
Shaping the future
of winemaking
Our passion for wine meets dedication to a sustainable future. Our team combines decades of experience in the wine industry and corporate governance resulting in comprehensive consultancy services.
By partnering with us, you embrace the opportunity to start with a sustainable transformation of your business and future-proof your business against regulatory changes.
Our services for
wine companies
- Greenhouse Gas Emission Inventory: identify and calculate your Greenhouse Gas Emissions paving the way for effective and measurable reduction strategies. We use the guidelines from International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA).
- Strategy: creating a tailor-made strategy and roadmap for more sustainable business operations. We align a strategy with your company’s vision as we understand the trade-offs you make between economic decisions, mandatory regulations, and your company’s sustainability goals.
- Guide you through the Standards of Engagement of your client in which reporting Greenhouse Gas Emission is a subject.
- Preparation for Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD): as the regulatory environment tightens, we ensure your business is fully prepared to meet the requirements of the new European Legislation of CSRD.
- It is crucial to start preparing now for the CSRD and a sustainability strategy that you might want to implement only a few years from now. This means understanding what information needs to be collected and reported. Early planning can prevent a lot of stress and will give you an advantage over your competitors.
A sustainable
wine future
Drought, unpredictable weather conditions, increasingly earlier harvest times…
Sustainability initiatives are no longer a choice, but a prerequisite for being future-proof.
Our mission is to guide wine companies through the evolving landscape of environmental responsibility, ensuring a frontrunner position in sustainable practices and compliance with emerging regulations.
Meet the team
Birthe van Meegeren
DipWSET, Weinakademiker
Birthe van Meegeren has been a well-known figure in the Dutch wine industry for over 20 years, bringing her expertise to esteemed organizations such as AholdDelhaize, KLM and the Dutch Wine Academy. Her passion for sustainable wine production was evident early on, culminating in a pioneering thesis on sustainable winegrowing initiatives for the Weinakademie Österreich. Since then, Birthe has continued to track advancements in sustainable viticulture closely. Currently, she is furthering her commitment to corporate social responsibility through a specialized study at Erasmus University in Rotterdam.
Mathieu Huyveneers
Certified Public Accountant
Mathieu Huyveneers is a seasoned professional with a profound passion for corporate governance, reporting and accounting. His journey in the field has been marked by significant roles as an independent consultant for various companies, where he has leveraged his expertise to drive progress and integrity in financial reporting. Mathieu is a Certified Public Accountant under Dutch Law, bringing a rigorous approach to financial oversight. He also serves as the CFO for a renewable energy company, aligning his professional endeavors with his commitment to sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions:
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) aims to bolster transparency in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters, offering stakeholders deeper insights into the non-financial impact of companies. This directive marks a significant step toward more sustainable business practices across the EU. It brings extensive new reporting obligations for EU companies.
The timeline for the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) implementation is structured to phase in the requirements over several years, allowing entities time to adapt.
However, it is important to understand that it continually revolves around a life cycle analysis. This means that your company may not yet be eligible to report on your sustainable efforts and goals for CSRD, but if your client is a listed company, it is already subject to these regulations. Because of the life cycle analysis, they will require suppliers to report on emissions in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
1. 2024 Companies previously covered by the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD)
-> Requirement: start reporting according to CSRD for the fiscal year starting on or after January 1, 2024, with reports published in 2025.
2. 2025 Large Companies Expansion
Large entities not previously covered by the NFRD, including those with more than 250 employees and/or an annual turnover exceeding €50 million and/or a balance sheet total over €25 million.
-> Requirement: begin reporting for the fiscal year 2025, with reports coming out in 2026.
3. 2026 Listed Small and Medium Companies (excluding micro-enterprises).
-> Requirement: comply with CSRD for the fiscal year 2026, with reports coming out in 2027.
A carbon footprint assessment takes several days to complete. We will need various pieces of information from you. It will take you a few hours to a whole day to gather this data.
The time required to develop a strategy depends on the complexity and size within your organization. It will take your employees several hours to understand your processes and values. Based on this, we can make proposals to you.
More Questions?
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