EU: Danish Institute for Human Rights publishes updated briefs on the CSDDD and its implications for key stakeholder groups
The briefs were originally published on November 15th 2024, and updated on March 3rd 2026.
"The EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive for non-EU stakeholders," 15 November 2024
On 26 February 2026, the updated Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union (EU). The CSDDD will start applying from 26 July 2029.
The CSDDD creates an obligation for large companies to undertake risk-based due diligence to identify, assess, address and remedy potential and actual adverse impacts on human rights and the environment in connection with a company’s activities and broader business operations. While the CSDDD is an EU instrument, it will apply to some non-EU companies and have far-reaching implications through global value chains, including in countries outside the EU.
These briefs, which are tailored to four specific stakeholder groups: businesses; national human rights institutions; policymakers; civil society and trade unions.
The briefs:
- Explain the key aspects and obligations contained in the CSDDD.
- Break down implications and existing and future support measures for each stakeholder group.
The briefs are available in English.
CSDDD for non-EU stakeholders - Businesses
CSDDD for non-EU stakeholders - CSOs and TUs