Grow Sustainability Consulting

24/10/2026

Η Grow Sustainability Consulting διοργανώνει νέο ΠΛΗΡΩΣ ΕΠΙΧΟΡΗΓΗΜΕΝΟ διήμερο σεμινάριο σε συνεργασία με την OEB - Ομοσπονδία Εργοδοτών & Βιομηχάνων και τον CSR Cyprus:

📅24 & 25 Νοεμβρίου, 2026
🏨Ξενοδοχείο Hilton Nicosia
🇬🇷Γλώσσα Διδασκαλίας: Ελληνική
👩‍🏫Εκπαιδεύτρια: Irene Loucaides

*To πρόγραμμα έχει εγκριθεί από την Αρχή Ανάπτυξης Ανθρώπινου Δυναμικού σαν πρόγραμμα ζωτικής σημασίας, επιχορηγείται εξολοκλήρου από την ΑνΑΔ, και ως εκ τούτου δεν υπάρχει οποιαδήποτε οικονομική επιβάρυνση για τις επιχειρήσεις/Οργανισμούς.

Για περισσότερες πληροφορίες και δηλώσεις συμμετοχής, κάντε κλικ τώρα στο https://ermis.anad.org.cy - Αρ. Προγράμματος #686303

18/10/2026

🌐 ESG as the New Blueprint for Growth: Moving From Compliance to Strategic Action

We are thrilled to share our Managing Director's latest feature article, "ESG as the New Blueprint for Growth," published in the October ESG Special Issue of Gold magazine.

For decades, the traditional corporate blueprint focused strictly on short-term financial returns and surface-level philanthropic initiatives. But as we navigate 2026, we are witnessing a massive paradigm shift. Driven by tightening European regulations, shifting capital allocation preferences, and changing consumer expectations, ESG has evolved from a "marketing luxury" into an absolute strategic necessity.

At GROW Sustainability Consulting, we believe that true sustainability isn't about checkbox compliance—it is a powerful mechanism for operational efficiency and bottom-line growth:

🌱 Environmental (E): Proactive carbon reduction and energy optimization aren't just green—they yield immediate long-term cost savings.
👥 Social (S): Prioritizing equity, authentic purpose, and DEI is the modern driver for talent retention and brand loyalty.
🏛️ Governance (G): Robust ethical frameworks and linking executive compensation to sustainability KPIs build deep institutional trust.

The message for business leaders is clear: Sustainable performance is now the universal proxy for excellent corporate health. Moving beyond superficial "greenwashing" and embedding ESG into your company's DNA is how you secure future capital, mitigate risks, and lead the market.

👉 Read the full issue of Gold Magazine to discover how your organization can turn regulatory demands into commercial opportunities.

Let’s connect to discuss how we can build a tailored roadmap for your business!
📩 [email protected] | 🌐 grow.com.cy

10/10/2026

⚠️Is your business ready for the EU Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) deadline?

⚡️Under Directive (EU) 2023/1791, compliance is no longer determined by your company's headcount or turnover. Instead, it is strictly triggered by your actual annual energy consumption.

If your business operates in the EU, you need to review your utility data immediately to see which bracket you fall into:

📉 The Thresholds You Need to Know:
> 85 TJ (~23.6 GWh): You must implement a certified Energy Management System (EnMS) (like ISO 50001) by 11 October 2027.
> 10 TJ (~2.78 GWh): You are required to conduct an independent energy audit and publish an actionable energy efficiency plan. The first mandatory deadline for these audits and plans is today, 11 October 2026!

🌱At Grow Sustainability Consulting, we help you aggregate your energy data (electricity, gas, fuel, and heating), assess your compliance risk, and build a clear path to meeting these strict regulatory targets.

Don't wait for enforcement penalties. Drop us a message or visit our website to schedule a threshold assessment for your business today! 💼

07/10/2026

Our Managing Director Irene Loucaides, is featured in the latest issue of Economy Today 📃

In her interview, she sheds light 💡 on the rapidly evolving European Sustainability regulatory framework and what it truly means for European businesses.

Key takeaways include:

⚖️ Striking the right balance: Simplification shouldn't trigger a serious regression in corporate accountability.

🚩 The Risk of Greenwashing: Regulatory loopholes risk creating fragmented datasets and rising greenwashing or greenhushing behaviors.

🏪 Small Business Impact: Companies exempt from reporting must still proactively manage carbon footprints to avoid being squeezed out of green supply chains.

📈 Strategic Advantage: Treating ESG as a tool for transformation—rather than a compliance exercise—will be a defining competitive differentiator for businesses moving forward.

Ready to navigate the complex sustainability landscape? Get in touch with us to help you take voluntary action early and unlock tools like the Growth platform to streamline supplier performance and build long-term corporate resilience.

27/09/2026

Today, September 27, 2026, the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition (EmpCo) Directive officially comes into force. If your business operates or sells in the EU market, the rules of marketing have just fundamentally changed. The directive aims to eliminate greenwashing by enforcing bans on misleading communication. Moving forward, companies can no longer rely on broad, vague or unsubstantiated sustainability claims; they must switch to rigorous, data-driven transparency.

What is banned starting today?

🚫 Generic Environmental Claims: Terms like "green," "eco-friendly," or "sustainable" are completely prohibited unless backed by recognized, top-tier environmental performance data.
🚫 Offset-Based Neutrality Claims: Products can no longer be marketed as "carbon neutral" or "climate positive" if that claim relies solely on external carbon offsets.
🚫 Uncertified Sustainability Labels: Private, non-certified sustainability logos are banned. All future labels must be tied to verified, third-party certification schemes.
🚫 Hidden Early Obsolescence: False or unproven assertions regarding product durability and repairability are strictly illegal.

What does this mean for businesses?

To continue making environmental claims safely, organizations must shift to specific, data-driven claims backed by rigorous methodologies like Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) to map true product impacts from raw materials to end-of-life.

At Grow, we help brands navigate this new regulatory landscape seamlessly. We turn compliance and reputation risks into consumer trust by auditing your messaging and establishing the scientific backing your sustainability claims need.

Is your marketing strategy compliant with the new EmpCo regulations? Let’s connect to ensure your business remains compliant, credible, and competitive.

🔗 Read more about the directive rules in the official European Commission Announcement:

https://commission.europa.eu/topics/consumers/consumer-rights-and-complaints/sustainable-consumption_en -the-consumer-for-the-green-transition

04/09/2026

🌱 At Grow, we believe the future of lies in the hands of the young talent we empower today.

We are proud to champion the next generation of ESG-leaders through our robust internship program, giving young talent hands-on experience in strategy, guiding them through the latest frameworks, regulations and standards, uncovering best practices as well as developing programs.

Our interns don't just shadow teams—they work directly and independently on real-world projects that drive measurable positive environmental and social impact. By investing in fresh perspectives and diverse today, we are cultivating the innovative thinkers our needs to thrive tomorrow.

Join us in celebrating the passion, drive, and impact of some of our current and former interns from all around the world! 🌍✨ 👇

Jochen Niemann, Gloria Wei, Gregor Mclellan, Laetitia Gorgues, Evanthia Ierodiakonou, Erato Koromia, Orsolya Almasi, Orestis Savvides, Nefeli Nicolaou, Emily Tzyrka, Maya Avlonites 🙌

We would love to hear from all of you about your experience here at Grow but also how you are progressing in the field! Hit us in the comments! 👊

26/08/2026

Creative in action! 🎨

We are thrilled to see our notepads being put to good use over the . This client used their free time creatively, proving that and imagination go hand in hand. We all need this time to decompress, pause, reflect, and recharge so we can return to our routines as the best versions of ourselves.

Four years ago, Grow started supporting the "no paper waste project."

The Process: We collect misprints, drafts, and scraps.
The Result: We give them a second life by turning them into functional notepads.

We don't just advise our clients on how to be environmentally conscious—we practice what we preach. By being aware of our and promoting , we aim to make a real, positive impact on our planet.

How is your organization promoting responsible resource use this season? Let's inspire each other below! 👇

09/08/2026

30/07/2026

Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons🌍💙

At Grow, we believe true cannot exist without . and are deeply hidden within global supply chains, affecting millions of vulnerable workers. Environmental sustainability and human dignity go hand in hand—you cannot protect the planet without protecting its people. Businesses have a critical to look beyond their and actively audit their supply chains for ethical that is why we have introduced a solution on our - a supplier Assessment & Certification Program.

True means ensuring transparency, fair wages, and safe working conditions for every single worker. Let’s build a future where is clean, fair, and free from exploitation. Call us now to find out how we can help you embed corporate sustainability due diligence into your supply chain operations and practices.

29/06/2026

Today, we are super excited with the publication of Columbia Group's 2025 Report 📃, which reflects its continued commitment to responsible business practices and sustainable growth 📈.

We have been collaborating with the Columbia Group on their journey since 2022 and we are extremely proud of the progress they have achieved over the years. With corporate values deeply grounded in transparency, accountability, and a deep commitment to people and the hashtag , ethical business conduct has always been a guiding principle for the Group and that makes our long-standing collaboration even more rewarding.

We would like to thank the Columbia Group but especially Andreas Hadjipetrou , Claudia Paschkewitz, Georgia Ioannou, Marina Panayiotou & Angela Bekiaris for their ongoing trust and impeccable collaboration. We greatly value the opportunity to continue working closely together for the Group's upcoming - a transformational project of vital importance.

You may find the report here 👇

https://online.fliphtml5.com/jdzzv/Columbia-Group-2025-ESG-Report/