Standardised Framework: The Sustainability Reporting Body of Knowledge (SR BOK), developed by Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), establishes a national benchmark for sustainability reporting education. It is aligned with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards to ensure consistency and global relevance.

Workforce Upskilling: 

The SR BOK is a key part of Singapore’s strategy to strengthen its talent pipeline for climate-related disclosure roles. It supports the goals of the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and anticipates future regulatory requirements by equipping professionals with critical sustainability competencies.

Strong Industry Endorsement: 

Backed by over 50 stakeholders—including the ISSB, the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), and leading academic institutions—the SR BOK is expected to elevate the quality and consistency of sustainability training across the country.

Launched by ACRA, the SR BOK serves as a comprehensive guide for training providers to develop robust, ISSB-aligned programmes for sustainability professionals. Its release coincided with the ISSB’s Preparer Readiness Training held on May 19 and marks another milestone in Singapore’s broader initiative to build green skills in the workforce.

With mandatory ISSB-aligned climate disclosures now in place for SGX-listed companies, the need for skilled sustainability professionals is growing rapidly. The SR BOK directly addresses this demand by outlining the key technical competencies required in:

• Greenhouse gas accounting
  
  
• IFRS S1 and S2 standards
  
  
• Climate-related disclosures in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
  
  

The framework has been validated through consultations with a broad group of stakeholders—including regulators, corporate reporters, assurance professionals, and training institutions—ensuring it reflects current needs and best practices.

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