For the first time, companies in Central and Eastern Europe will have access to local experts who will guide them through one of the most prestigious global ESG ratings.
Why the S&P CSA Matters - And Why We’re Bringing It to CEE
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with S&P Global Sustainable1, a global leader in sustainability benchmarking and ESG ratings. This collaboration is a natural step for us at Flagship, as we already support major companies in navigating complex ESG requirements through frameworks like EcoVadis, B Corp, and others.
Our experience positions us to bring real value to businesses aiming for global ESG leadership. And now, with the S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), we’re helping companies tap into one of the most respected ESG benchmarks worldwide.
Why This Matters for the CEE Region
Despite its global recognition, CSA participation in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region remains limited. This presents a unique opportunity for companies here to stand out, attract ESG-focused investors, and strengthen their sustainability strategy.
Why We Care About CSA - And Why You Should Too
At Flagship, we guide large companies through the world of sustainability ratings. Our partnership with S&P Global is part of that mission. The CSA isn’t just another rating - it’s a strategic tool that connects sustainability with business performance.
While S&P is widely known for credit ratings, the CSA is a dedicated ESG rating that evaluates how well companies manage environmental, social, and governance topics.
Read our expert article and learn more about S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment.
What our cooperation with S&P Global will bring to companies
1) Local expert support
For the first time, the Central and Eastern European region has access to a team that understands the CSA methodology in detail. We help companies understand exactly what is being evaluated and how to prepare high-quality documentation.
2) Practical preparation for evaluation
We go through individual areas with clients, identify weaknesses, and show where scores can be most effectively improved.
3) Connecting global standards with the reality of CEE companies
We are familiar with local regulations, reporting processes, and the internal capacities of companies in the region. We are therefore able to translate the CSA methodology into everyday practice.
Joint Flagship & S&P Global Sustainable1 webinar
To help companies get started, we have prepared a joint webinar, which will take place on February 3, 2026. We will focus on:
What the CSA is and why it matters
How companies can prepare for the assessment
Why early adoption in CEE is a strategic advantage
Case study: How a CEE company strengthened its CSA score
For more information about the webinar, visit our website.
Our goal is to raise the level of ESG management in companies across the region.
The partnership with S&P Global is the next step in our strategy to bring companies cutting-edge ESG standards and help them manage sustainability in a more transparent, strategic way with measurable results at a time of growing global expectations.
CSA provides a clear structure and internationally respected methodology. Our goal is to enable companies in the region to work with the same tools used by leading global companies—and to fully leverage this potential.