VSME – Your Gateway to Transparent, Scalable, and Voluntary ESG Reporting.
The VSME Standard is a voluntary, simplified framework for non‑listed SMEs to report sustainability data. It focuses on what is relevant to each business, using a modular approach to ensure manageable and proportional disclosures.
Micro, small or medium‑sized – your sustainability journey starts here!
Make your sustainability ambitions visible and credible through VSME (voluntary sustainability reporting for SMEs).
| Micro‑sized | Small | Medium‑sized | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balance Sheet Total | < €450K | < €5M | < €25M |
| Net Sales | < €900K | < €10M | < €50M |
| Employees | < 10 | < 50 | < 250 |
Key Benefits of Reporting Under VSME
Readiness to Engage Value‑Chain Stakeholders:
Ensures companies are prepared to communicate sustainability efforts effectively across their entire value chain.
Targeted, Applicable Reporting:
Focuses on providing relevant and specific ESG data tailored to stakeholders’ needs.
Improved Access to Capital:
Enhances the company’s ability to secure funding by demonstrating strong ESG performance to investors and financiers.
VSME Standard Structure
Basic VSME Module:
- The Basic Module covers 11 key ESG disclosures.
- It simplifies ESG reporting and enables easy data sharing with investors, lenders, and partners.
Comprehensive VSME Module:
- Adds 9 additional disclosures for enhanced sustainability reporting.
- Ideal for companies seeking green financing, partnerships, or alignment with investor expectations.
Features of VSME Standard
Focus on
Material Topics
Prioritises the most relevant and impactful ESG issues specific to the company’s operations.
Material Topics
Prioritises the most relevant and impactful ESG issues specific to the company’s operations.
Modular
Structure
Add or remove components based on your sustainability‑reporting needs.
Structure
Add or remove components based on your sustainability‑reporting needs.
Customisable
Templates
Tailor our templates to align with your specific reporting requirements.
Templates
Tailor our templates to align with your specific reporting requirements.
Simplified
Language
Clear, concise wording streamlines the entire process.
Language
Clear, concise wording streamlines the entire process.
Transforming Your Sustainability Efforts with Varuna Sentinels BV
- Customised ESG Reporting – tailored frameworks ensure compliance and transparency.
- Data Management & Integration – seamless collection, analysis and reporting of metrics.
- Training & Awareness – equip your team with the skills needed for sustainable operations.