What the EU Sustainability Directive Will Mean for Companies, Law360

In an article for Law360, Partner Lucy Blake, Senior Associate Karam Jardaneh, and Associate Elizabeth Powers examine the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) recently approved by the European Parliament.

The CSDDD applies not only to EU companies but also to large global companies with operations in the EU.  It establishes a standard for corporate due diligence concerning human rights and environmental matters, with potential penalties of up to 5% of global net turnover for non-compliance.

Outlined within the article are key takeaways for global companies, including the scope of the CSDD, what it requires, enforcement mechanisms, implementation timelines, and recommended next steps companies can take.

The authors highlight the significance of the CSDDD and how it extends beyond regulatory compliance, marking a landmark moment shaping how companies operate worldwide.

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What the EU Sustainability Directive Will Mean for Companies, Law360

In an article for Law360, Partner Lucy Blake, Senior Associate Karam Jardaneh, and Associate Elizabeth Powers examine the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) recently approved by the European Parliament.

The CSDDD applies not only to EU companies but also to large global companies with operations in the EU.  It establishes a standard for corporate due diligence concerning human rights and environmental matters, with potential penalties of up to 5% of global net turnover for non-compliance.

Outlined within the article are key takeaways for global companies, including the scope of the CSDD, what it requires, enforcement mechanisms, implementation timelines, and recommended next steps companies can take.

The authors highlight the significance of the CSDDD and how it extends beyond regulatory compliance, marking a landmark moment shaping how companies operate worldwide.

Read More

Related Capabilities

Related Locations

© 2026 Jenner & Block LLP. Attorney Advertising. Jenner & Block LLP is an Illinois Limited Liability Partnership including professional corporations. This publication, presentation, or event is not intended to provide legal advice but to provide information on legal matters and/or firm news of interest to our clients and colleagues. Readers or attendees should seek specific legal advice before taking any action with respect to matters mentioned in this publication or at this event. The attorney responsible for this communication is Brent E. Kidwell, Jenner & Block LLP, 353 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654-3456. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Jenner & Block London LLP, an affiliate of Jenner & Block LLP, is a limited liability partnership established under the laws of the State of Delaware, USA and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with SRA number 615729. Information regarding the data we collect and the rights you have over your data can be found in our Privacy Notice. For further inquiries, please contact dataprotection@jenner.com.

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