How long does it take to generate a CSRD-compliant report with ESG Lift?
With ESG Lift, creating a comprehensive corporate sustainability report typically takes just 1–3 hours in the first year. In comparison, SMEs working with a consultant often require several weeks across multiple meetings, incurring costs between €5,000 and €25,000. In subsequent years, the effort required for ESG reporting is significantly reduced as prior-year data can be easily imported.
Why is the ESG reporting process with ESG Lift so fast?
ESG Lift optimises the entire ESG reporting process through three key mechanisms:
• VS Assist AI: Prompts users with targeted questions instead of presenting empty data fields
• Pre-populated Data Library: Provides carbon emission factors and industry-standard baseline values
• Automated Export: Automatically generates compliant PDFs in the EFRAG format
What is the timeline for completing the report?
Data Entry (60–120 minutes): Inputs all core ESG data points using VS Assist
Carbon Footprint Calculation (30–60 minutes): Captures emissions in the hybrid greenhouse gas calculator
Export and Review (15–30 minutes): Generates and reviews the final PDF report
How long does the sustainability reporting process take in subsequent years?
From the second year onwards, historical ESG data can be imported instantly. Only updated metrics need to be refreshed, reducing the time required to approximately 30–60 minutes per year. The KPI dashboard automatically visualises multi-year sustainability trends.
What do I need to get started immediately?
To begin your ESG reporting, you only need utility bills (electricity and gas) for the past financial year, employee data, and basic corporate details. VS Assist guides you through the process, explaining all required data points directly.
Management Report turnaround with ESG Lift: Why generation takes only 1–3 hours, how the timeline is structured, and how the process is even faster in subsequent years for ESG reporting.