ESG Consulting for Global Trade Compliance
Empowering Exporters for a Sustainable Future. At Global Trade Alliance (GTA), our ESG Consulting practice helps Indian manufacturers, exporters, and trade associations navigate the evolving landscape of global sustainability regulations. As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards become central to international trade, compliance is no longer optional — it’s a strategic imperative.
1. Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) – European Union
CBAM imposes carbon pricing on imports of high-emission goods such as steel, cement, aluminum, and fertilizers. Exporters to the EU must:
• Report embedded emissions in products
• Align with EU carbon accounting standards
• Prepare for phased financial obligations starting 2026
2. EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
EUDR restricts imports of commodities linked to deforestation, including coffee, cocoa, palm oil, and timber. Exporters must:
• Prove deforestation-free sourcing
• Submit geolocation data for supply chains
• Comply with due diligence protocols by 2025
3. Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) & Due Diligence (CSDDD)
These EU directives require large companies to disclose ESG risks and impacts across their value chains. Indian exporters supplying to EU buyers may be asked to:
• Share ESG data and audit reports
• Demonstrate human rights and environmental safeguards
• Participate in supplier assessments
4. U.S. ESG & Trade Compliance
While the U.S. lacks a unified ESG framework, key regulations include:
• Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA)
• SEC Climate Disclosure Rules
• Customs & Border Protection (CBP) ESG-linked restrictions
Exporters must ensure:
• Transparent labor practices
• Traceable supply chains
• Readiness for ESG audits by U.S. buyers
Our ESG Services
ESG Risk Assessment & Readiness Audits
Identify compliance gaps, map supply chain risks, and prepare exporters for ESG-driven trade requirements.
CBAM & EUDR Compliance Roadmaps
Develop step-by-step compliance strategies tailored to EU sustainability standards and carbon reporting frameworks.
ESG Data Reporting & Supplier Training
Train suppliers on ESG documentation, audit preparedness, and sustainability disclosures.
Sustainable Sourcing Strategy
Design sourcing frameworks that align with buyer sustainability requirements and traceable supply chains.
Buyer-Seller ESG Alignment Workshops
Facilitate capacity-building programs that bring buyers and exporters together to strengthen ESG cooperation.
ESG audit for Export Oriented Units (EOUs)
Environmental clearances, consent to operate (air/water), Hazardous and E‑waste rules, Factories Act, Occupational Safety and Health, labor codes, energy efficiency mandates, extended producer responsibility.
Who We Serve
• MSMEs and large exporters across textiles, food, furniture, engineering, and chemicals
• Export associations seeking ESG capacity-building
• Buyers and trade bodies requiring ESG-compliant sourcing
Why GTA?
With deep expertise in global trade and sustainability, GTA bridges the gap between policy and practice. Our ESG consulting is tailored to help Indian businesses stay competitive, credible, and compliant in global markets.