Sustainability is no longer a voluntary initiative. Under Saudi Vision 2030, it has become a strategic and regulatory priority shaping how organisations operate, report and create long-term value.

BDO Saudi Arabia provides comprehensive Sustainability and ESG advisory services to help organisations integrate environmental, social and governance considerations into strategy, operations and reporting frameworks in alignment with national and international standards.

What is ESG?

At BDO, we approach sustainability through the globally recognised Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) framework. ESG enables organisations to identify material risks, strengthen governance and enhance long-term value creation.

Rather than being limited to reporting obligations, ESG cuts across business functions, influencing strategic planning, investment decisions, risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Our Sustainability and ESG Advisory Services

BDO Saudi Arabia supports organisations in navigating this evolving regulatory and strategic landscape through structured, practical and forward-looking advisory services.

• ESG strategy development and sustainability roadmap design
• Materiality assessments and stakeholder mapping
• Alignment with CMA and Tadawul ESG disclosure guidelines
• Implementation support for IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 sustainability disclosures
• Integration of sustainability considerations into corporate strategy and risk frameworks
• Climate risk assessment and governance advisory
• Preparation of sustainability and ESG reports
• Internal governance and control framework enhancement for ESG compliance

Why BDO Saudi Arabia

With more than 45 years of presence in the Kingdom and over 500 professionals across industries, BDO Saudi Arabia combines deep local regulatory insight with international technical standards.

Our experience supporting medium and large enterprises, as well as government and semi-government entities, provides us with a comprehensive understanding of the sustainability priorities shaping the Saudi market.

When Should You Engage ESG Advisory Support?

• Preparing for ESG disclosure requirements under CMA or Tadawul guidance
• Aligning sustainability initiatives with Vision 2030 priorities
• Implementing IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 reporting standards
• Enhancing transparency for investors and capital markets
• Integrating climate risk into governance and risk management frameworks

Our Approach

Our approach combines regulatory awareness, structured methodology and practical implementation support. We work alongside boards and executive management to embed sustainability into governance frameworks, operational processes and long-term strategy.

By integrating ESG into strategic decision-making, organisations can strengthen stakeholder confidence, improve resilience and contribute meaningfully to the Kingdom’s sustainability transformation.

Contact Our Sustainability Advisory Team

To discuss your sustainability strategy, ESG reporting requirements or Vision 2030 alignment initiatives, please contact our advisory team to submit a request for proposal.