ESG AUDIT SPECIALS
NEED A SPECIFIC ESG AUDIT?
Some issues fall outside the scope of standard assurance or report verification. That's why FIRA offers ESG Audit Specials: customized assessments for organizations and suppliers, focused on a single topic, a single risk, or a single set of KPIs.
Our audits provide factual certainty, clear areas for improvement, and reliable substantiation for clients, financiers, or certifying parties.
WHEN DO YOU CHOOSE A SPECIAL AUDIT?
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You have a specific ESG requirement from a client, regulator, financier or chain partner.
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You want objective substantiation of performance on one theme or limited set of indicators.
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You are looking for a factual assessment from a supplier, contractor or external party.
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You want certainty without the scope of a full ESG report.
WHY ESG AUDIT SPECIALS WITH FIRA?
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Flexible, customer-focused approach, tailored to your specific needs.
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Expertise with a proven track record, high-quality verification, personal attention, and clear substantiation of your ESG information.
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Recognized assurance methodology (AA1000AS).
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Clear reports with risks, findings and concrete improvement points
EXAMPLES OF AUDIT SPECIALS
Below are some examples of audit special. Each audit is conducted according to our recognized assurance methodology and tailored to your specific needs.
1. VERIFICATION OF KPI SET FOR SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
More and more financing options (SLLs, Sustainability-Linked Loans) are linking interest rate discounts to sustainability indicators. In these cases, performance must be objectively determined.
WHAT WE DO
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Verification of agreed KPIs such as CO₂ reduction, energy efficiency, waste reduction, circularity, or social KPIs such as gender ratio, supplier code of conduct, etc.
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Testing of definitions, data quality, calculations, sources and monitoring processes.
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Annual verification so that the financier can confidently apply the interest reduction.
RESULT
An independent statement in which performance is demonstrably and reliably confirmed.
2. CDP ASSURANCE (CO₂ FOOTPRINT & CLAIM VERIFICATION)
CDP submissions require valid data and strong justification — especially for scores that rely on evidence.
WHAT WE DO
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Verification of the CO₂ footprint: scope 1, 2 and optionally scope 3.
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Testing of methodologies, emission factors, allocations and assumptions.
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Review and verification of claims in the CDP questionnaire (e.g. net zero, climate neutrality, climate risk analysis).
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Check for completeness, accuracy and transparency of all information provided.
RESULT
Substantiated, verifiable CDP information that strengthens scores and reduces audit risk.
3. SOCIAL AUDITS (FOR CONTRACTORS & CHAIN PARTNERS)
Want to ensure that work in your supply chain is carried out in a socially responsible manner? With a social audit, we assess your contractors, subcontractors, or temporary employment agencies for compliance with basic labor and human rights standards.
WHAT WE TEST (EXAMPLES)
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Policy & governance: code of conduct, human rights policy, compliance processes
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Employment conditions: collective labor agreement application, wage payment, social security contributions, NEN4400
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Working conditions: safety, work permits, training requirements
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Human rights risks: modern slavery, disguised self-employment, child labor
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Chain responsibility: assurance with subcontractors and external parties
RESULT
A clear audit report with compliance status, risks and practical improvement recommendations.
4. VERIFICATION OF ESG TOOLS & CALCULATION MODELS
Organizations are increasingly using tools to calculate ESG performance, such as carbon calculators, footprint modules, and impact dashboards.
WHAT WE DO
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Testing of data logic, calculations, assumptions, emission factors and systematics.
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Assessment of datasets, sources and modelling used.
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Validation of output and substantiation of whether the results are correct and reproducible.
RESULT
An independent statement demonstrating that the tool is substantively correct and can be used reliably.