GRI Sustainability Taxonomy

Powering digital sustainability reporting

Discover how the GRI Taxonomy enables structured, machine-readable reporting using the GRI Standards, and explore what it means for the future of accessible, high-quality sustainability data.

Join the launch webinar

To explore the GRI Sustainability Taxonomy in more detail, GRI will host a live webinar on Monday, 23 June 2025, from 15:00 to 16:00 CEST. The session is open for all and will include an overview of the taxonomy, as well as a panel discussion featuring experts in standard setting, technology, advisory services, and sustainability reporting.

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The GRI Sustainability Taxonomy is a new platform for digital sustainability reporting using the GRI Standards. 

By structuring disclosures in XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language), the taxonomy supports more efficient, reliable, and accessible sustainability data. It allows organizations to digitize their reporting while enabling stakeholders - such as regulators, investors, and analysts - to work with sustainability information at a deeper, more analytical level. 

A smarter way to report 

As demands for standardized, high-quality sustainability data grow, the GRI Taxonomy provides a foundation for

  • Seamless digital reporting, both via automated software and a manual webform;
  • More consistent and comparable data for decision-making;
  • Alignment with global standards, including ESRS and ISSB. 

Whether used by large multinational reporters or smaller organizations, the taxonomy simplifies the path to digital disclosure and fosters transparency across industries. 

Key features 

  • Digital representation of the full GRI Standards suite:Universal, Topic, and Sector;
  • Dual submission options: automated (XBRL) or manual (webform);
  •  Real-time validation to improve data quality and completeness;
  • Output in multiple formats: XBRL, iXBRL, Excel, and PDF. 

 

The taxonomy was refined through targeted public consultations in 2024 with sustainability specialists and XBRL experts, ensuring it meets both technical expectations and practical reporting needs.