It is indeed noted that many organisations tend to produce sleek reports that obscure actual numbers and outcomes, thereby making it difficult for stakeholders. Regrettably, these reports are primarily used as marketing tools and may inadvertently involve greenwashing practices. On the other hand, Excel spreadsheets, although effective for presenting data, tend to lack visual appeal, potentially reducing their effectiveness as disclosure tools.

Ultimately, it’s not about how the report looks like (whether in a Word document or an Excel sheet), but rather what goes into the report.

Our suggestion is to incorporate an index page at the end of the report, clearly indicating the included information, its location, and any omitted details (be transparent)!

When it comes to presenting quantitative metrics like greenhouse gas emissions, we recommend using a clear table format complemented by graphs for clarity.