Corporate Sustainability CSR
CSR encompasses the impact of business activities on society and the environment. It is regarded as a contribution to sustainable development. In Switzerland, there are requirements regarding reporting and due diligence. Foreign regulations may also be relevant to companies. International standards assist companies in implementing CSR.
Related topics
Corporate sustainability in Switzerland
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) refers to the impacts of business activity on society and the environment. The Confederation views CSR as a means to contribute to sustainable development.
International regulatory developments and CSR standards
Swiss companies may be affected by other countries’ sustainability regulations. International corporate responsibility standards help strengthen companies' international competitiveness.
Key areas of corporate sustainability
CSR encompasses a wide range of issues that must be taken into account in business management.
Sector-specific CSR
Some sectors face particular challenges regarding corporate sustainability, which is why sector-specific instruments provide targeted support for responsible business conduct.
CSR Anwendungsinstrumente für Unternehmen
CSR hilft Unternehmen, die Risiken in Bezug auf die Nachhaltigkeit in ihrer Wertschöpfungskette zu erkennen. Das SECO unterstützt Instrumente, die auch KMU bei der Umsetzung von verantwortungsvollem Handeln helfen.
Contact
Foreign Economic Affairs Directorate
Special Foreign Economic Service / International Investment and Corporate Sustainability
Holzikofenweg 36
CH - 3003 Bern