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Early Access VersionCSRD/VSME-compliant Reporting
Access the early access version of the new Sustainability Code Database, where you can create your CSRD- or VSME-compliant report (currently only available in German).
Create CSRD/VSME-compliant reportSustainability Code Reporting
You can access the previous Sustainability Code Database here. It will be available to you until November 2025 for the creation of reports.
Create a Sustainability Code report
Create a Report
Early Access Version
CSRD/VSME-compliant Reporting
Access the early access version of the new Sustainability Code Database, where you can create your CSRD- or VSME-compliant report (currently only available in German).
Create CSRD/VSME-compliant reportSustainability Code Reporting
You can access the previous Sustainability Code Database here. It will be available to you until November 2025 for the creation of reports.
Create a Sustainability Code reportReport
You have the option of creating your sustainability reports in the new DNK platform or the old database.
Learn moreCSRD Report
Instead of the previous reporting standard, the Sustainability Code will offer a wide range of support for CSRD reporting starting at the beginning of 2025.
Learn moreDNK Platform
With our user-friendly DNK platform, you can create your CSRD report digitally and free of charge while benefiting from various application aids.
Learn moreDNK Checklist
We have summarized the complex ESRS reporting requirements for you in a clear and easy-to-understand checklist.
Learn moreDNK Sustainability Campus
Our helpdesk team will accompany you on your way to your finished sustainability report. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and practical range of information and training in accordance with CSRD.
Learn moreDNK Report
In order to comply with the Sustainability Code, companies prepare a DNK declaration covering the twenty DNK criteria and a selected set of quantifiable performance indicators.
Learn moreReport Contents
A Code declaration of conformity must always include the 20 German Sustainability Code criteria as well as your chosen set of performance indicators.
Learn moreReporting Options
In order to help structure the CSR reporting, we have integrated policy frameworks that directly relate to sustainability into the German Sustainability Code.
Learn moreView Reports
The database is at the heart of the Sustainability Code and is where you can find every declaration published to date from more than 1,000 user companies.
To the databaseCompare
Use this function to read what users report on individual criteria and performance indicators.
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The Code Office is happy to answer all questions regarding the creation of a declaration of conformity.
Learn moreCode Office
The Code Office will provide feedback and support in navigating the database.
Learn moreDocuments
If you need further information on the Code or how to use it, you will find all the relevant documents here.
Learn moreGlossary
Here you will find explanations of terms relating to the German Sustainability Code.
Learn moreReporting Obligations
In this section, we provide an overview of the regulatory requirements for sustainability reporting and how companies can fulfill them with the DNK.
Learn moreOmnibus
What does the 2025 CSRD deadline extension mean? All about the 2025 CSRD Omnibus Regulation: changes, thresholds, relief for SMEs, new ESRS & trilogue process simply explained.
Learn moreVoluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME)
What is the VSME Standard? The voluntary EU standard for micro-undertakings and SMEs offers simple modules for CSRD-compliant sustainability reporting. Guides & tools here.
Learn moreCorporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
The CSRD requires more than 15,000 companies in Germany to report their sustainability performance transparently in accordance with a uniform EU reporting standard.
Learn moreCorporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
The CSDDD aims to ensure that companies are held accountable for their respect of human rights and the environment in global value chains.
Learn moreEU Taxonomy
What is the EU Taxonomy? What criteria apply from 2025? Who is affected by the EU Taxonomy reporting obligation? All about the EU Taxonomy Regulation.
Learn moreAbout the Code
With the Sustainability Code, the German Council for Sustainable Development (RNE) aims to promote sustainable business practice.
Learn moreBenefits of the Sustainability Code
The Sustainability Code provides a framework for organisations and companies of any size or legal structure to report on their non-financial performance.
Learn moreOrigin and Mission
A project of the German Council for Sustainable Development (RNE), the Sustainability Code is designed to promote sustainable business practice.
Learn moreOngoing Development of the Code
The Sustainability Code became part of the political debate and continued to evolve with input from relevant stakeholders.
Learn moreInternationalisation of the Sustainability Code
The German Council for Sustainable Development (RNE) is contributing to the international debate with its experience of introducing the Code.
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