EU Approves Landmark Corporate Sustainability Directive

New law mandates due diligence on human rights and environmental impacts for large companies operating in the EU.

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requires companies to address human rights and environmental risks within their operations and supply chains.
The directive applies to EU-based companies with over 1,000 employees and non-EU companies with significant business in the EU.
Member states have two years to incorporate the directive into national law, with phased implementation starting in 2027.
The legislation aims to provide greater access to judicial redress for victims of corporate abuses.
Despite opposition, the directive is seen as a significant victory for human rights advocates and environmental groups.