Günter Verheugen: "CSR is an undeniable must to cope with bad times" 

"CSR is good in good times, but an undeniable must to cope with bad times", says Günter Verheugen, Vice-President of the European Commission, on the findings of the latest annual European Competitiveness report published by the Commission. CSR Europe interviewed Mr Verheugen on the links between CSR and competitiveness in Europe. Read the interview

CSR Europe's Toolbox for responsible business

CSR Europe has launched a Toolbox for a Competitive and Responsible Europe - a set of practical tools designed to help companies and their stakeholders address socio-economic and environmental challenges and integrate corporate social responsibility (CSR) into mainstream business practice. The Toolbox was launched on 4 December in Brussels at CSR Europe's 'Equipped for CSR' event. Keynote speeches were held by European Commissioners Günter Verheugen and Vladimir Spidla. Explore the Toolbox

Focus on a Member: CSR at Coca-Cola

Dominique Reiniche, President, Europe, The Coca-Cola Company discusses the latest Sustainability Review and the company's efforts to address obesity and water scarcity. Read more

Focus on a Partner: Fondazione Sodalitas

Ruggero Bodo, volunteer executive advisor for Fondazione Sodalitas, discusses the organisation's work with civil society organisations and presents an insight into the CSR Laboratories. Read more

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