Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)
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Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) serves as a vital framework for companies to communicate their performance regarding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. Required by regulatory bodies, BRSR aligns sustainability efforts with international standards, fostering transparency, accountability, and trust among stakeholders.
In India, the regulatory environment highlights the need for transparent and trustworthy sustainability reporting. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) requires the top 1,000 listed companies by market capitalization to adhere to BRSR. IRClass Systems & Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (ISSPL), a leader in assurance services with significant experience in sustainability verification, provides comprehensive Reasonable Assurance Audits for the Core Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Limited Assurance Audits for Other Non – Financial KPI’s outlined in the BRSR framework
Scope of Work
IRClass – IRQS provides a thorough Assurance process for the following sustainability metrics:
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Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions
Scope 1, Scope 2, and relevant Scope 3 categories.
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Energy Usage
Renewable and non-renewable energy consumption.
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Water Management
Usage and discharge.
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Waste Management
Generation, treatment, and disposal practices.
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Employee Health & Safety
Metrics such as lost-time injury frequency rate (LTIFR).
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Social Responsibility Initiatives
Impact assessment of CSR efforts.
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Supply Chain & Human Rights
Ethical and sustainable supply chain practices.
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Governance Practices
Risk management, ethics, and compliance structures.
Our Approach

Benefits of BRSR Assurance
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Enhanced Credibility
Demonstrate commitment to accurate and transparent reporting, boosting stakeholder confidence.
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Regulatory Readiness
Achieve seamless compliance with SEBI’s BRSR requirements.
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Strategic Insights
Obtain actionable recommendations to enhance future sustainability initiatives.
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Competitive Edge
Position your organization as a leader in sustainable and responsible business practices.
Why Choose IRClass?
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Unmatched Expertise
Over three decades of excellence in sustainability assurance and data validation.
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Regulatory Compliance
Ensure full adherence to SEBI guidelines while enhancing stakeholder trust.
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Tailored Solutions
Customized audits and actionable insights to meet your specific reporting needs.
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Global Standards Alignment
Assurance aligned with GRI Standards, SEBI guidelines, and leading national and international frameworks.
With IRClass – IRQS as your assurance partner, you gain confidence in presenting credible and transparent BRSR disclosures, including Core KPIs. Our limited and reasonable assurance services ensure your reporting meets regulatory and stakeholder expectations, demonstrating your organization’s commitment to sustainability.