Sustainability reporting · 1996 to 2030

The Convergence

Three decades of sustainability standards, initiatives and regulation. A shared global baseline is emerging, but reporting requirements and deadlines still differ by jurisdiction.

Milestones cover establishment, publication and adoption. Ongoing does not mean mandatory. 45 entries. Last updated: 25 September 2026.

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How the field converged

Between 2022 and 2024, five earlier frameworks were consolidated into the ISSB or built into its standards. Nine jurisdictions now have rules or roadmaps built on those standards, and four of them are in force. The rest are separate rules and frameworks.

Other rules and frameworks

What applies when, 2024 to 2030

Every milestone from 2024 to 2030, for each standard and jurisdiction. Select a row or a square for the details and official sources. Earlier milestones are in each entry’s details.

2026 so far

What happened in 2026, as recorded on 25 September 2026. Select one to see it in the timeline.