Switzerland Proposes New Sustainability Reporting, Due Diligence Law - ESG Today
Switzerland proposed a new law requiring large companies to report on sustainability and conduct due diligence on human rights and environmental issues, aligning with EU standards.
Aforeworn detected this change in the ESG & Climate Disclosure space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Swiss public companies, large private companies, and EU-market exporters with Swiss operations should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Law expected to be finalized in 2024-2025; companies should start preparing now for phased implementation.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors ESG & Climate Disclosure continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
New mandatory sustainability reporting and due diligence obligations proposed, covering environmental, social, and governance issues, including climate and human rights.
Who it affects
Swiss public companies, large private companies, and EU-market exporters with Swiss operations
What you must do
Assess applicability, prepare to collect data on sustainability metrics and supply chain due diligence, and engage with stakeholders to align with proposed requirements.
Deadline
Law expected to be finalized in 2024-2025; companies should start preparing now for phased implementation.
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