• Current work of the MDT
• Matrix 5.1.
  • Release of the Matrix 5.1. - February 14th 2025
• Matrix Development Team
  • Current Workflow
• The ECG-VSME Team (P2)
  • P2 Work in 2024
    • Three Approaches to Reporting Facilitation:
    • Deliverables for 2024:
  • P2 Work in 2025
    • Deliverables for 2025:
• The ECG-ESRS Team (P3)
• The Stakeholder Team 
• Other Roles in the MDT
• Possibilities for Feedback 
• Support and Collaboration 

Current work of the MDT

(January 2024) 

In recent months, the Matrix Development Team (MDT) has seen significant progress as it adapts to global expansion and increasing demands.

To support our vision of "Transforming the economy," and to meet these challenges we have been professionalising our structures, teams, and processes.

The MDT, responsible for developing and updating the ECG-Matrix, is responding to new regulatory requirements like the EU CSRD, internationalisation, and digitalisation.

Feedback from companies, consultants, and auditors is guiding these updates, ensuring the Matrix remains relevant and effective. Please contact our stakeholder Team (see below).

Matrix 5.1.

Workbook 5.1 completed 

Training 5.1

An online training programme for version 5.1 is available through the ECG Academy, designed specifically for Consultants and Auditors.
This course, offered in English, provides a quick and comprehensive overview of the Matrix updates and improvements.

Release of the Matrix 5.1. - February 14th 2025

The translations will be organized nationally. If you are interested, please contact: Estrellita García 

Matrix Development Team

Marta Avesani, Wolfram Sommer, Monika Culka

Work on Matrix 6.0 

The new team began its work in mid-September 2024.

Phase 1 focuses on Transverse Projects (TPs)—key initiatives chosen to address movement priorities.
These projects serve as a foundation for our work, with updates available on the TP Wiki page. 

Phase 2 will take a Matrix Theme Perspective, integrating the outcomes of the TPs into a cohesive and strategic framework for the Matrix's future development.

Current Workflow

For each project, we:

1. 1. Start with a kick-off workshop in the P1 team.
   2. Develop proposal(s).
   3. Share with Stakeholders (SH) leads for feedback.
   4. Incorporate input and refine the proposal.
   5. Implement once approved.

Follow our progress on the TP Wiki page.  
Stay connected for updates - subscribe to this page! 

The ECG-VSME Team (P2)

Monika Culka, Renata Sommer

Objective:
Our Team 2 develops scalable reporting solutions for entities aiming to report a full or compact CGBS and/or comply with the voluntary VSME standard, set for publication by EFRAG on December 20, 2024. Implementation guidance and basis for conclusion documents are expected by January 2025.

Team Composition:
The team, comprising Renata Sommer and Monika Culka, collaborates closely with our Matrix Core Team (P1), SH teams, and MDT-IT (Gerrit Elbrink) to ensure solutions are digital, scalable, and synergistic. 
The team is contracted until July 31, 2025.

The ECG-ESRS Team (P3)

The mapping for Product 3 (ECG M5.1 and ESRS) has been developed by a dedicated working group, demonstrating independent initiative and expertise. To ensure consistency and coherence, the MDT (Team 1) will review and verify the mapping, in collaboration with the working group and IT partners. 

The mapping process follows a structured approach, categorising content into four key groups:

• Identical content,
• Similar content (rephrased or contextualised),
• Related but not identical content, and
• Gaps where no direct correspondence exists, requiring customer input.

Product 3 builds on the functionality of a third-party software solution, serving as an extension to support ECG and ESRS reporting formats. Its success relies on close collaboration and ongoing alignment with our external software partners.

The Stakeholder Team
 

Sabine Lehner, Renata Sommer, Carlos Adolfo Viale

The Stakeholder Team in the MDT serves as a vital link between the content developed by our Content Developers and the knowledge and expertise of our stakeholders. The team aims to ensure a seamless integration of stakeholder insights into the development process to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our work.

The team actively reaches out to experts who are engaged with the matrix in various capacities—whether they support companies during balancing processes, conduct balance audits, or bring other relevant expertise. Their input is invaluable in providing feedback throughout this process.

A structured and transparent feedback process lies at the core of this collaboration. Regular feedback sessions are held, and all responses are systematically reviewed and shared with the development team for implementation. This approach fosters a continuous improvement cycle and ensures that the outcomes are both practical and impactful.

Be one of our Stakeholders  

Through this process, we aim to establish an effective and high-quality collaboration with our stakeholders.

If you are interested in contributing as a committed stakeholder due to your expertise and experience in sustainability reporting, balancing processes, and methods, and you have not yet been directly approached, we kindly ask you to fill out the following survey.
For any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to the Stakeholder Team: stakeholders@econgood.com

Other Roles in the MDT

Ulrike Reimann, Gerrit Elbrink, Luciana Cornaglia

Since September 2024, we have an IT Bridge on our team. Gerrit supports us in translating our ideas into technical solutions and also assists with programming our IT tools.

Luciana is our go-to person and a strong supporter within the FMT.

Ulrike takes on the role of coordinating the team and keeping an overview — both internally and externally — to ensure we create what the movement and our clients truly need.

Possibilities for Feedback 

How to give feedback

• In principle: we ask for feedback that is as concrete as possible and also names the subject area/chapter+section so that it can be assigned to the editor. If there are requests for changes, it would also be helpful to have suggestions for improvement. 

Please use this FORM to give specific Feedback and help us improve the Matrix. 

• • • Email for general issues: bilanz@ecogood.org
    • Online meetings: If you’re curious to see how our team works, you’re welcome to join us as a guest at one of our bi-weekly or six-weekly meetings. This is a great opportunity to get to know how the MDT drives the development of the matrix forward. Feel free to contact us, and we’ll be happy to share the upcoming meeting dates with you.
    • Exchange meeting for auditors/editors/consultants: DACH network meeting: may 2025 - international network meeting planned for autumn 2025

Join the MDT

EXPERIENCE THE WORK OF THE MATRIX DEVELOPMENT TEAM AND SUPPORT OUR MISSION

The Matrix Development Team (MDT) is shaping and evolving the Matrix, driving innovation in sustainability and organisational transformation. We are looking for committed individuals to support our work in two key roles:

1. Voluntary Expert Support (5h/week, min. 6 months)

Provide expertise in financial & legal frameworks (B Row) or self-management & contracts (C Row) to help shape a common good-oriented future.

2. Expert Support Role (5h/week, min. 6 months)

Support MDT content creation, research, and resource organisation—ideal for students, researchers, and professionals passionate about sustainability, financial transformation, or self-management models.

What We Offer:

• A flexible and inclusive collaboration space.
• Insight into sustainability reporting & Matrix development.
• Potential paid contracts for voluntary experts on specific projects.

For more details, visit the MDT information pages. Interested? Get in touch! bilanz@econgood.org