ESG reporting: from data to sustainable impact
Sustainability is high on the agenda of an increasing number of companies. Customers, employees, investors and suppliers expect organisations to take their environmental impact seriously. ESG reporting helps you turn those expectations into concrete action. But how do you collect reliable data without putting pressure on your daily operations? With the right use of ERP and reporting tools, you create transparency, measurability and continuous progress.
From measuring to improving: ESG starts with insight
Sustainable growth starts with insight. Many organisations already have access to valuable data in their ERP or accounting systems, without explicitly using it for ESG reporting.
Think of operational and financial data such as:
CO₂ emissions and energy consumption
waste streams and recycling
transport movements and logistical impact
In practice, your ERP system may already show how many kilometres your transport vehicles cover, how much energy a production line consumes, or how much residual material is being recycled.
Where does this data come from today?
This information comes directly from your day-to-day processes and provides a reliable and up-to-date view of your environmental performance, for example through:
MES systems that record machine and production data
invoices that provide insight into materials, volumes and energy consumption
logistics modules that map transport flows
By using this data intelligently, you do more than just create reports — you actively work on improvement. Dashboards highlight where optimisation is possible: more efficient use of raw materials, less waste, shorter transport routes or lower energy costs.
What if you don’t yet have an extensive ERP system?
Not every organisation has a fully integrated or extensive ERP system. However, this does not have to be an obstacle. Vandelanotte offers a practical entry-level model for companies that want to start reporting, but currently have limited data available.
We support you with:
collecting and visualising relevant ESG data
setting up a clear sustainability framework
showing year-on-year evolutions and progress
Even when data is not (yet) fully integrated into your ERP system, we ensure consistent and comparable reporting that grows along with your organisation. This allows you to evolve step by step towards more data-driven sustainability.
ESG and ERP: what are the possibilities?
Sustainability is now firmly embedded in most leading ERP systems. Both large and smaller players are investing heavily in ESG functionality. For companies, this means that sustainability is no longer a separate reporting exercise, but an integrated part of daily operations.
When selecting an ERP vendor, it is important to check whether sustainability modules are available, what the potential licensing costs are, and whether the integration fits your processes (procurement, production, return flows, logistics). Here too, we support you with the necessary analyses and advice.
Below, we list several well-known ERP solutions that already support ESG reporting today.
| Microsoft Dynamics 365 | SAP | Other systems |
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| It’s not only the largest players that are taking steps forward. Odoo, for example, now includes an ESG application, and traditional accounting software also allows relevant ESG data to be captured via invoices. By using BI tools (such as Power BI), this data can be translated into real-time reports and actionable insights. |
Frequently asked questions
What is ESG reporting and why is it important?
ESG reporting maps the environmental, social and governance impact of your organisation. It is essential for transparent communication with stakeholders, supporting sustainable decision-making and complying with increasing regulations such as CSRD.
What role does an ERP system play in ESG reporting?
An ERP system collects the operational and financial data required for ESG reporting, such as energy consumption, CO₂ emissions and waste streams. This reduces manual input and significantly increases the reliability of your reporting.
Can I start ESG reporting without a full ERP system?
Yes. Even without an extensive ERP system, you can start with sustainability reporting. With a clear framework and limited but relevant data, you can already build consistent ESG reports and expand or digitalise further at a later stage.
Which companies are required to report?
In December 2025, the European Parliament approved the final threshold values for CSRD reporting. Listed companies and large organisations are primarily within scope. However, even for companies that are not legally required to report, sustainability remains a strategic lever for growth, trust and market positioning.
How does Vandelanotte support ESG reporting?
Vandelanotte guides you from strategy to execution. We advise on ERP systems, support data collection, set up dashboards and ensure that your reporting is fully compliant.
Strengthen your ESG reporting with the right data and tools
Would you like to reinforce your ESG reporting with the right data and digital solutions? Contact us for a no-obligation conversation. We are happy to think along with you and define an approach that fits your organisation.
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