VSME Medals – ESG Recognition Based on the European VSME Standard

Obtain a VSME Medal and validate your ESG maturity through an audited, structured and credible European framework.

Turn your ESG commitment into a clear and credible market signal.

The VSME Medals recognize your ESG maturity level based on the European VSME (Voluntary reporting standard for SME’s) developed by the EFRAG upon the European Commission’s request.

Whether your ESG approach is just getting off the ground or already well structured, VSME medals enable you to position and certify your level of commitment, based on the European voluntary reporting standard for companies not subject to CSRD.

They provide structured, progressive and audited recognition aligned with market expectations.

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What are the VSME Medals?

The VSME Medals are an European recognition system that formalises your ESG maturity level based on the European Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs.

They are:

Structured
Audited by an independent body
Progressive from Bronze to Platinum

A medal is awarded based on a document review of the data.

The Platinum Medal is awarded based on a ranking determined by percentile distribution.

The medals is an initiative created by SMT Lab and supported by the SMT collective, gathering independent sustainability experts.

Discover the full initiative.

Is your company concerned?

Your company may be concerned if:

You are an SME wishing to audit and structure your ESG data
You want credible ESG recognition without full CSRD reporting
You are a large company seeking structured data from your value chain
You are in transition toward CSRD compliance
You want to strengthen ESG credibility with clients and financial partners

Our Structured Approach

Phase 1: ESG Maturity Kickoff

• Kickoff ESG maturity assessment
• Identification of the target VSME Medal level
• Gap check between maturity and target level
• If needed, ESG actions to reach the required level
• Selection of the reporting format (questionnaire or platform)
Objective: determine the target medal and ensure the organisation is ready to enter the VSME Medal process.
Phase 2: ESG Questionnaire Completion

• Completion of the VSME questionnaire or platform
• Collection of ESG data and supporting evidence
• Structuring information according to VSME indicators
Objective: build a structured ESG submission aligned with the VSME Medal requirements.
Phase 3: Audit Preparation and Submission

• Audit preparation and reviewing
• Final validation and submission to SMT for audit
Objective: ensure the application is complete, credible and ready for verification.
Phase 4: Medal Recognition and Communication

• Audit review by SMT
• Delivery of the VSME Medal
• Reception of the brandbook and communication guidelines
Objective: obtain the medal and communicate on the ESG commitment.

The advantages for your company ?

The VSME Medals allows you to:

Gain credible ESG recognition

Strengthen trust with clients, banks and investors

Structure ESG governance progressively

Make ESG maturity understandable and visible

Facilitate value chain ESG alignment

Prepare for future regulatory obligations

VSME represents the highest legal level of ESG reporting that companies not subject to CSRD may be requested to provide by their stakeholders.

Let's discuss your personal advantages together!

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Why choose ESGlogic?

Deep expertise in the VSME framework
Direct involvement with the SMT collective
Structured ESG methodology and expérience with SMEs and large companies
Operational implementation beyond documentation
Alignment with European regulatory developments
Ability to identify the right initiatives to reach your targeted medal level

ESGlogic helps you assess your position on the ESG maturity journey and secure credible recognition through the VSME Medals.

Frequently Asked Questions

The VSME is a European voluntary sustainability reporting standard designed for SMEs to structure ESG data in a simplified but credible way.
No. It is a voluntary recognition system. However, it is increasingly used to demonstrate ESG maturity in European markets.
VSME represents the highest level of ESG reporting that companies not subject to CSRD may be requested to provide by their stakeholders.
An independent document audit verifies compliance with criteria corresponding to the targeted medal level.
Yes. Large companies may use VSME to structure value chain data or during transition phases before full CSRD reporting.