Explain what is meant by materiality in relation to GRI reporting. Outline some of the shortcomings of GRI requirements as regards reporting sustainability in the supply chain.

Business Accountability & Responsibility
Interim coursework tasks.

This task comprises making two contributions to an online blog. Two questions should be chosen from the list below and answers to them posted in the appropriate blog.

Required:-

Answer any two questions – 150 words  and two good references for each – choice from:-

Questions on topics covered in Week 5 and earlier

Explain what is meant by materiality in relation to GRI reporting.
Outline some of the shortcomings of GRI requirements as regards reporting sustainability in the supply chain.
Outline the ICAEW arguments in favour of accountants playing a key role in developing sustainability reporting and practice.
Outline the arguments against developing sustainability reporting based on financial reporting.
Explain what is meant by “green washing” and give two real life examples.
Explain what is meant by the “legitimacy gap” and give two real life examples.
Explain what is meant by isomorphism and give examples.