RESPONSE is an international Erasmus+ project that aims to strengthen the sustainability capacities of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through training and support tools focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria. SMEs face increasing pressure from customers and investors to communicate ESG information, but many lack the financial resources, technical expertise, robust data collection processes, and sufficient incentives to undertake this voluntary task.
•The project was created to address these shortcomings by providing accessible materials that will enable SMEs to understand and apply sustainability standards, conduct materiality analyses, and generate ESG reports in a simplified manner. These tools will be available free of charge, facilitating their independent adoption.
•The international consortium responsible for the project comprises expert organisations from Italy, Ireland, Spain, and Bulgaria, ensuring a diverse and representative approach. RESPONSE is specifically aimed at managers and technical staff of SMEs who wish to meet sustainability challenges and respond effectively to the requirements of the European business environment.
Thanks to all our members who completed the survey. This has really impacted our project as we move into WP2 and the consortium conference in Valencia on March 23rd.