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.
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.
The GRI Sustainability Taxonomy unlocks 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.
As demands for standardized, high-quality sustainability data grow, the GRI Taxonomy provides a foundation for
Whether used by large multinational reporters or smaller organizations, the taxonomy simplifies the path to digital disclosure and fosters transparency across industries.
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.
Please note: The GRI Sustainability Taxonomy can be downloaded in .zip and .xlsx through the Supporting Documents and Resources section, below. These taxonomy files are designed for use by XBRL experts and specialized software tools. If you are not familiar with XBRL, we recommend waiting until the general documentation is published on Monday 23 June 2025, which will provide broader context and guidance.
Legal note: use of the GRI Taxonomy is governed by the Taxonomy Terms of Use, as well as our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. These Terms apply exclusively to the use of the GRI Taxonomy.
GRI’s general Website Terms of Use are not yet published and will apply once available. Until then, the Taxonomy Terms govern your use of the Taxonomy only.
By accessing, downloading, or implementing the Taxonomy, you agree to these interim Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the materials.
(Official document included in the resources below)
| GRI Sustainability Taxonomy.zip | file | 19 Jun 2025 | English | 1.6 MB | |
| GRI Sustainability Taxonomy.xlsx | file | 19 Jun 2025 | English | 593 KB | |
| GRI Sustainability Taxonomy Architecture and Implementation Guide | file | 19 Jun 2025 | English | 1.1 MB | |
| GRI Sustainability Taxonomy - Terms of Use | file | 19 Jun 2025 | English | 138 KB |
