CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) vs AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures
What is the difference between CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures?
CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) is a other framework applying in International, with 13 controls across 3 domains. AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures is a risk management framework applying in Australia, with 51 controls across 5 domains. They govern different subjects, so the overlap is limited to the governance requirements they share. The mapping below shows where that is.
CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project)13 controls
AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures51 controls
Questions people ask about CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures
What is the difference between CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures?
CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) has 13 controls while AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures has 51 controls. Both frameworks address compliance requirements but differ in scope, focus, and applicability. Use our platform to explore the exact control-to-control mappings.
Do I need both CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures?
Whether you need both depends on your industry, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Many organizations implement multiple frameworks simultaneously. Our compliance platform helps you map controls between CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures so you can identify shared requirements and avoid duplicate effort.
How do CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures controls map to each other?
Our platform maps controls between CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) and AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures at a granular level. Each mapping shows whether controls are fully aligned, partially aligned, or represent gaps. This helps you prioritize implementation when pursuing both frameworks.
Which framework should I implement first, CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) or AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures?
The best starting point depends on your specific regulatory requirements, industry, and customer demands. Consider which framework is most urgently required by your stakeholders or regulators. Use our free compliance platform to run a gap analysis and determine the optimal implementation sequence.
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Written and maintained by Gerard Blokdyk, The Art of Service.