Global Electronics Association Releases Toolkit for EU Sustainability Compliance

The Global Electronics Association has introduced a Double Materiality Assessment Toolkit aimed at helping electronics companies comply with the European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive.

Released on November 21, 2025, the toolkit addresses challenges posed by the CSRD, an EU regulation with far-reaching implications for companies operating in or connected to European markets. The directive requires organizations to assess sustainability impacts both on the environment and on their financial performance.

The electronics sector faces particular complexity due to its interconnected global supply chains and specialized sustainability considerations. Many companies in the industry have struggled with limited resources and tight timelines to meet compliance requirements, raising concerns about potential penalties, reputational damage, and diminished investor confidence.

Developed in partnership with Anthesis Group and informed by industry stakeholders, the toolkit aligns with methodologies established by the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group and CSRD standards.

The comprehensive package includes several key components: a six-month project roadmap with stakeholder engagement templates, an industry context report analyzing the sustainability landscape, customized sub-industry reports for various electronics sector players, and a scoring support document with sample frameworks and materiality guidance.

The toolkit covers issues spanning the entire electronics supply chain, from raw material extraction to waste management, and addresses topics including labor practices, human rights, governance, and data security.

"Electronics companies sit at the center of some of the most complex and globally dispersed supply chains," said Kelly Scanlon, Sustainability Strategist at the Association. "The CSRD raises the bar for transparency, but the amount of data and analysis required can be overwhelming."

Mari Desangles, strategic account manager at Anthesis, noted the resource is designed to help companies transform compliance obligations into strategic opportunities.

The toolkit is accompanied by a newly launched Materiality Resource Hub, which provides sector-specific guidance for decision-making across the electronics supply chain.

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, represents a $6 trillion market and serves members through offices in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Americas. The organization works to build supply chain resilience and promote sustainable growth in the electronics industry.

The toolkit is available for purchase through the Association's website.