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VSME Standard

VSME: A simplified framework for small businesses

Designed for very small and medium enterprises, VSME helps you understand, track, and improve your sustainability performance without complex tools or heavy reporting requirements.

The VSME framework runs on the same powerful ESG-X platform that lets you view, assign, and track tasks with ease so you stay organized across all your sustainability goals.

Tasks overview

3 tasksShow All
B1 - B11 Workforce - General characteristics
Basic
Apr 16, 2025
Climate Change
E1
Apr 30, 2025
Own workforce
S1
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Your VSME journey

Choose where to begin your VSME journey from essentials to comprehensive reporting

Basic module

Perfect for SMEs starting their ESG journey with essential reporting capabilities and moderate resource requirements.

✨ Basic Module Features

Indicators: 11 core
Target: SMEs
Scope: Basic ESG
Effort: Moderate

Choose Basic if you are starting your ESG reporting journey.

Why VSME for SMEs?

The VSME standard was specifically developed for the needs of small and medium enterprises and offers the perfect entry into the ESG world.

Easy entry

Structured but simplified approach for the first sustainability report without overwhelming complex requirements.

SME-appropriate

Specifically tailored to the resources and needs of small and medium enterprises.

Business-proof

Banks and business partners will accept VSME reporting, ensuring your sustainability efforts are recognized and valued.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about VSME

Start your ESG reporting journey with VSME

Discover how the VSME standard enables your SME to make the perfect entry into sustainability reporting.