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Sustainability strategy

Develop sustainable strategies.
Achieve long-term success.

A well-thought-out sustainability strategy is essential in today’s world to remain competitive. It helps identify untapped potential and drive innovation. As your reliable partner, we support you with expert advice and practical solutions.

Implementing effective measures,
bringing about long-term change.

In the focus area of sustainability strategy, the long-term planning of measures and the development of a holistic approach to sustainability are front and center.

Based on a sound analysis, we work with you to determine the current state of sustainability in your company and develop a practical roadmap. With the help of this strategic plan, sustainability can be successfully and sustainably embedded within your organization over the long term.

Our
service packages

With our service packages focused on sustainability strategy, we guide you step by step in developing a strategy that fits your company — from where you are now to impactful, future-oriented action. The goal is an effective sustainability strategy.

Sustainability strategy

Sustainability strategy for SMEs

Our customized sustainability strategy for small and medium-sized enterprises takes into account limited human and financial resources, without compromising on clear sustainability goals, actions, and a roadmap.

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Sustainability strategy

CSRD check

Your company has already prepared a double materiality analysis – but is it really ESRS-compliant and audit-proof? Our CSRD Check shows you where you stand, uncovers critical gaps and makes your analysis robust for auditing and strategy.

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Sustainability strategy

Double materiality analysis

With the double materiality analysis, we identify and evaluate the key issues, risks and opportunities – taking into account regulatory requirements and stakeholder perspectives.
Create the basis for legally compliant reporting and a future-oriented corporate strategy today.

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Sustainability strategy
Climate strategy & accounting

Climate risk analysis

Climate change and extreme weather events are among the greatest and often most immediate risks to future economic growth. Through our climate risk analysis, we help you identify and mitigate climate-related risks and develop sustainable adaptation strategies.

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Sustainability strategy

PPWR consulting

The PPWR introduces new requirements—but what does that mean for your business in practical terms? Our modular consulting approach provides clarity: from an accessible introduction to a structured assessment of how the regulations apply to your specific situation, all the way to an actionable roadmap. This way, you’ll know which obligations will apply and when, and how to efficiently integrate them into your existing processes.

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Sustainability strategy

EUDR consulting

Do you trade in cocoa, coffee, cattle, palm oil, rubber, soy or wood – or products made from them? Then the EU regulation against deforestation from the end of 2026 could also be relevant for you. Find out whether your company is affected and how you can make your supply chain sustainable and legally compliant.

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Sustainability strategy

Sustainability strategy according to ESRS

A clear sustainability strategy helps you to meet ESRS requirements and make your company resilient, competitive and responsible in the long term. Together, we develop realistic goals and measures and strategically integrate them into your business processes with a roadmap of measures.

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Support for stakeholder participation

Involving your stakeholders is crucial for your sustainability strategy and is mandatory under ESRS 2. We help you identify and survey relevant stakeholders and evaluate findings – for a well-founded double materiality analysis and sustainability strategy.

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Sustainability strategy
Sustainability reporting

CBAM reporting obligation

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) introduces reporting requirements for imported raw materials. We assist you with data collection, emissions calculation, and submission of your CBAM report, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements.

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Sustainability strategy
Sustainability reporting

Selection of data management tools for reporting

An efficient data management tool can make double materiality analysis and CSRD reporting much easier. But which tool suits your requirements? We support you in the selection process and help you find a suitable solution.

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Do you have an individual request?

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Making Your Climate Strategy Visible: Creating Transparency and Building Trust

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Decarbonization: Building a Robust Business Case

Which decarbonization measures make economic sense and which should be prioritized? This article shows how companies can compare investments on a sound basis, factor in CO₂ costs and regulatory developments, and build a robust business case.
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Climate strategy & accounting
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Monetary or activity-based carbon footprint?

Monetary data provides a quick entry point into carbon accounting. But for major emission sources, it quickly reaches its limits. Our article explains when activity data becomes essential – and why the calculation method determines what you can later derive from your carbon footprint.
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Climate strategy & accounting
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Not Every CO₂e Question Requires the Same Level of Data Detail

While estimates or average values are often sufficient for initial insights, more detailed data is needed for specific decisions and emission reduction measures. Our article uses typical questions to show which level of data detail makes sense in which situations – and where the additional effort required for data collection really pays off.
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Climate strategy & accounting
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CO₂ footprint completed: How companies can derive targets and actions

The CO₂ footprint is complete – but what comes next? The key is not only to document emissions data, but to use it to set clear priorities, define suitable climate targets and derive concrete measures. In this article, we show which steps can help companies turn transparency into a sound basis for decision-making.
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Communication & brand
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Communicating Climate Contributions Credibly and in Line with EmpCo

The EmpCo Directive significantly changes the requirements for climate-related claims. This article explains how climate contributions can be communicated transparently, the role of Contribution Claims, and what companies should consider to ensure credible climate communication going forward
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10 Years of “Fokus Zukunft”: 5 Questions for Janina Lang & Lena Scharr

To mark the 10th anniversary of Fokus Zukunft, our directors, Janina Lang and Lena Scharr, discuss how sustainability has evolved, the milestones that have shaped the company, and what will be important in the future.
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Communication & brand
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EmpCo Old Stock: Is There an Official Sell-Through Period?

What happens from 27 September 2026 to goods, packaging and labels that have already been produced and contain sustainability claims? The CPC Common Understanding provides guidance on how authorities should deal with genuine transitional situations and which measures companies should consider now.
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Innovation & transformation
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Digital Product Passport: Creating the Right Conditions for Implementation Now

The Digital Product Passport is becoming a concrete reality – and for companies, preparation starts long before the passport itself. What matters is whether product data, responsibilities and processes are already set up effectively. Find out what is becoming important now and how companies can get started.
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Communication & brand
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What EmpCo and the Swiss Unfair Competition Act (UWG) Mean for Companies

Many companies are no longer directly subject to CSRD reporting requirements due to the Omnibus package. But does that really mean sustainability reporting is losing relevance? This article shows why voluntary reporting creates orientation right now — for customer requests, banks, tenders and better internal decision-making.
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“Growing together, creating sustainable impact. At Fokus Zukunft, we work with trust and authenticity to shape the future — for businesses, people, and nature.”

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Shares success
for a sustainable future.

Let’s work together
to develop a sustainability strategy.

Whether you already have an internal ESG team or are just beginning your sustainability journey — with the experts from Fokus Zukunft, you can unlock your full potential. It takes both: your internal commitment and our strategic guidance to shape meaningful and forward-looking change.

    Frequently asked questions,
    that we answer

    A sustainability strategy defines the goals and measures a company will take to operate in an ecologically, socially, and economically responsible way. It helps use resources more efficiently, reduce environmental impact, and meet the expectations of customers, investors, and regulators. At the same time, it strengthens competitiveness and enhances the company’s public image.

    A well-implemented sustainability strategy not only improves environmental performance but can also reduce costs, for example through energy-efficient measures. It strengthens customer loyalty, increases attractiveness to investors, and ensures compliance with legal requirements. In the long term, it contributes to risk minimization and the lasting success of the company.

    The success of a sustainability strategy is measured through clear key performance indicators (KPIs), such as the reduction of CO₂ emissions, energy savings, or the proportion of sustainable materials used. Regular monitoring and reporting — for example, as part of a sustainability report — help document progress and make adjustments to the strategy when needed.

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