CSO Network Meeting 

Context

At CSR Europe, fostering collaboration among practitioners is key to drive high sustainability impact. Through the European CSO Network, we have pioneered an incubator for learning and knowledge-sharing, while empowering sustainability leaders to enhance their strategic influence and engage directly with EU policymakers, with the ultimate goal of co-building a sustainable and competitive Europe.

Following on the outcomes of the December 5 meeting with the European Commission and the Public Affairs and CSO Meeting on March 4, the European CSO Network has established itself as a key channel for fostering dialogue with policymakers. By providing actionable recommendations, the network aims to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the regulation, ensuring it is aligned with real business needs while placing sustainability as a driver of competitive advantage.

Since its establishment in 2024 at the last European Sustainable Industry Summit, the CSO Network has reached a major milestone—the special release of its first Reflection Paper. This publication consolidates the progress made so far and outlines pathways for creating a regulatory environment where companies can thrive.

Who should attend

• CSO or equivalent only

objective of roundtable

This meeting represents the pinnacle of the CSO Network's Workstream 1, focusing on Better Regulation & Implementation, with the publication of the Reflection Paper. It will focus on strengthening regulatory frameworks and their practical implementation within the EU to unlock the business value of sustainability. This session will also serve as an opportunity to collectively reflect on the achievements made over the past year of activity and gather additional insights to build upon the work done so far.

This session will also mark the first opportunity for the CSO Peer Group from Workstream 2 on Linking Sustainability and Competitiveness to share insights on EU policies and incentives that can help companies create value and seize new market opportunities. The focus will be on developing a Menu of Solutions for the European Commission to advance the EU's competitiveness and sustainability agenda.