Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards
The GRI Standards are the world's most widely used sustainability reporting standards, enabling organizations to report on their economic, environmental, and social impacts in a comparable and credible way. First published in 2000 and substantially revised in 2021, the GRI Standards are used by over 10,000 organizations across more than 100 countries. Unlike investor-focused frameworks, GRI takes a multi-stakeholder approach — meaning reports address the needs of employees, communities, regulators, and civil society, not just shareholders.
Key Features
Comprehensive sustainability reporting framework used by 73% of the world's largest 250 companies
Modular structure with Universal, Sector, and Topic Standards — report only what's material to your business
Enables transparency and accountability through standardized disclosures
Required or referenced by regulators in the EU (CSRD), South Africa, India, and many other jurisdictions
Metrics We Track
Key disclosures addressed in our reports
Energy
Energy consumption within and outside the organization, energy intensity ratios, and reduction initiatives. Distinguishes between renewable and non-renewable sources.
Water and Effluents
Total water withdrawal by source, water recycled and reused, and discharge to receiving water bodies. Critical for water-stressed regions.
Emissions
GHG emissions across Scope 1 (direct), Scope 2 (energy indirect), and Scope 3 (value chain). Includes emissions intensity and reduction targets.
Waste
Waste generated by type and disposal method, including hazardous waste. Tracks progress toward circular economy goals.
Employment
New employee hires and turnover rates by age, gender, and region. Benefits provided to full-time vs. part-time employees.
Training and Education
Average hours of training per employee per year, broken down by gender and employee category. Programs for skills management.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity
Composition of governance bodies and employees by gender, age group, minority group membership, and other indicators of diversity.
Who Needs GRI Standards?
GRI is ideal for companies that want a comprehensive view of their sustainability impact — not just climate, but also human rights, labor practices, anti-corruption, and community impact. It's particularly relevant if you operate in the EU (where CSRD references GRI), have a diverse stakeholder base, or want to demonstrate leadership beyond financial materiality.
Regulatory & Compliance Context
In 2023, the European Commission formally adopted the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) under the CSRD, which were developed in close alignment with GRI. This means companies reporting under CSRD will find significant overlap with GRI disclosures. Additionally, many stock exchanges in Asia, Africa, and Latin America require or recommend GRI-aligned reporting for listed companies.
How Our Reports Help
Our reports map your environmental, social, and governance data directly to GRI disclosure requirements. We show which GRI Topic Standards your data addresses, calculate disclosure-ready metrics (like GRI 305-1 Scope 1 emissions and GRI 405-1 diversity ratios), and identify gaps where additional data collection would strengthen your report.
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