verdnt

/ˈvəːdnt/ adjective:

verdant (of countryside) green with grass or other rich vegetation.

Free VSME sustainability reporting for SMEs

The only tool small and medium businesses need to complete their VSME sustainability report—a guided, fast, and collaborative solution that's completely free for companies with up to 1,000 employees.

Your inbox is sacred, and your data is private. Zero marketing. Zero third-party sharing.

Release Date July 15, 2026

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Premium sustainability reporting. Zero price.

Built on The VSME Standards

VSME Compliant11 Languages100% FreeiXBRL ReadyEFRAG-Aligned

How It Works

Four simple steps to your VSME sustainability report.

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Tailored Steps

We customize the reporting path to match exactly what you need to disclose.

02

Guided Disclosures

Work through each disclosure with clear guidance, examples, auto-calculations, and automatic validation to ensure completeness.

03

Collaborate & Publish

Invite colleagues to review and contribute with real-time collaboration functionality, then publish your final sustainability report with confidence!

04

Produce iXBRL

When the report is finished, automatically generate a fully tagged iXBRL report that meets regulatory requirements—one click, no coding!

The Standard

The VSME Standard, Simplified.

Everything you need to know about the Voluntary SME sustainability reporting standard — and why it matters for your business.

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Proportionate Reporting

The VSME standard is designed specifically for SMEs — proportionate, relevant, and free from the complexity of full ESRS requirements.

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Covers All ESG Topics

From carbon emissions and energy use to workforce diversity and governance policies — one framework for environment, social, and governance reporting.

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Voluntary Today, Essential Tomorrow

Large companies are already requesting sustainability data from their supply chains. Getting ahead now positions your business as a preferred partner.

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EFRAG-Endorsed Standard

Developed by the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group, the VSME standard has institutional backing and is aligned with EU sustainability goals.

Everything You Need

A comprehensive, all-in-one tool.

Secure Login

Enterprise-grade security with SSO and encrypted data storage. Sign in with your Microsoft or Google account.

Reporting Guidance

Step-by-step VSME reporting guidance tailored to your company's size and needs. Never miss a required disclosure.

Playbooks

Ready-to-use playbooks for training, management systems, and audit preparation. Build your sustainability practice.

Real-time Validation

Automatic checks as you work — catch missing data, inconsistencies, and compliance gaps before you publish your report.

Real-time Collaboration

Invite your team to work together in real time. Assign sections, review progress, and publish when ready.

iXBRL Generation

Automatically generate machine-readable, iXBRL-tagged sustainability reports ready for regulatory submission and customers.

Optional tools for voluntary reporting:

GHG Calculator

For companies that also want to calculate Scope 1–3 emissions, with consolidation across departments and subsidiaries. A free standalone tool is also available for reporting GHG data with verdnt.app.

Biodiversity-Sensitive Areas

Identify biodiversity-sensitive areas. (Additional free tools are available by country to help identify and report voluntary biodiversity-sensitive areas.)

High-Water-Stress Areas

Identify high-water-stress areas to report. (Free, but only available in some countries where data is available. In many countries, data currently exists for only a few regions.)

All included. No extras!

Available in 11 Languages

Verdnt speaks your language. Report in the language you and your team are most comfortable with.

EnglishEspañolPolskiLietuviųPortuguêsDanskFrançaisDeutschItalianoNederlandsSvenska

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  • No upsells, ever — every feature is included from day one
  • No third-party data sharing — your data stays yours
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About Verdnt

Built by Mentcon

Verdnt is Web-application developed by Mentcon through the Enterprise Betterment Initiative. We are a company dedicated to building tools that make sustainable business practices accessible to organizations of every size. We believe sustainability reporting should not be a burden and reserved for enterprises with deep pockets.

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Enterprise Betterment Initiative

Verdnt is part of the Enterprise Betterment Initiative (EBI), an upcoming programme focused on creating free, high-quality digital tools, knowledge and resources that help organizations across Europe meet emerging regulatory requirements without financial strain. AND most importantly, to evolve business success. The initiative is funded to ensure these resources are free and accessible to organizations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Verdnt?
Verdnt is a free web application that helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with up to 1,000 employees complete VSME sustainability reporting. It includes guided disclosures, smart data collection, iXBRL generation, and real-time collaboration—all in one place.
Is Verdnt really free?
Yes. Verdnt is completely free—no premium tiers, no hidden upsells, and no premium features locked behind a paywall. Every feature is available at no cost for companies with fewer than 1,000 employees.
Who is Verdnt for?
Verdnt is designed for SMEs with up to 1,000 employees that need to complete VSME sustainability reporting. Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or streamlining an existing process, Verdnt makes reporting simple and efficient.
What is VSME reporting?
VSME (Voluntary SME) is a simplified sustainability reporting standard developed by EFRAG for small and medium-sized enterprises. It is designed to be proportionate and relevant for SMEs, covering key environmental, social, and governance topics.
When will Verdnt be available?
Verdnt launches on July 15, 2026 for organizations that join the waitlist. Join the waitlist to be among the first to access the app from day one.
How does data collection work?
Verdnt guides you through what to report based on your organization’s needs. It uses smart sections aligned with the VSME standard’s Basic or Comprehensive modules. For each data point, you get clear explanations, examples, built-in calculations, and validation—so you collect exactly what’s required without guesswork. You can also add voluntary data (such as Scope 1–3 GHG emissions), and free tools are available to help calculate it.
What is iXBRL, and why does it matter?
iXBRL (inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language) is a digital reporting format that makes sustainability data machine-readable. Verdnt automatically generates iXBRL-tagged reports, helping you meet regulatory requirements and share structured data with customers requiring it and with other stakeholders.
Who is behind Verdnt?
Verdnt is developed by Mentcon as part of the upcoming Enterprise Betterment Initiative (EBI). Our mission is to make sustainability reporting accessible and free—for every SME.
Which languages are available at launch?
At launch, Verdnt will be available in English, Spanish, Polish, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Danish, French, German, Italian, Dutch (Netherlands), and Swedish. More EU and Schengen languages will be added over time.
How does Microsoft/Google login work?
You can sign in using your company’s existing Microsoft or Google account. That means no new passwords to remember, and your IT team stays in control through your existing identity provider. It’s secure, seamless, and enterprise-ready.
How do you handle data privacy?
Your data is yours. We use enterprise-grade encryption, never share your information with third parties, and never use it for marketing purposes. Your inbox is sacred, and your data is private.

Contact Us

Have questions or want to get in touch? We'd love to hear from you.

contact@mentcon.com +46 10 204 00 36

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