Sustainability Certification
2026-07-23 06:09:49
EY ShinNihon Recognizes 3,679 Professionals Under Sustainability Assurance Certification Program
EY ShinNihon, a leading audit firm based in Tokyo, has made remarkable strides in the field of sustainability with the recent certification of 3,679 professionals in its Sustainability Assurance Certification Program (SDA). Launched in July 2022, this program aims to develop expertise around sustainability disclosures and assurance, responding to increased demand for quality in sustainability reporting. The number of certified professionals has risen significantly from 2,951 last year, marking an impressive increase of over 700 individuals.
The SDA certification is targeted at EY ShinNihon's members who either possess practical experience in sustainability assurance or have completed training aligned with the JICPA Sustainability Competency Development Syllabus. This initiative emphasizes the importance of fostering knowledge in sustainability-related operations, enabling certified personnel to collaborate effectively on compliance with national and international standards, such as the SSBJ standards and ISSA5000.
EY ShinNihon is positioning itself as a key player in the sustainability landscape by leveraging its extensive climate change and sustainability service (CCaSS) department alongside its audit professionals. This collaborative approach aims to provide comprehensive services in sustainability assurance, combining profound insights from various fields to meet emerging challenges in the market.
As the demand for robust sustainability frameworks intensifies, the SDA certification is becoming integral to EY ShinNihon’s mission. Ryuichiro Mano, Head of the Sustainability Disclosure Promotion Office, expressed optimism that by 2026, the number of certified professionals will exceed 3,000. This reflects EY ShinNihon’s commitment to integrating sustainability education deeply into its client services. Mano emphasized the significance of responding to evolving practical solutions required by corporations for SSBJ standards, highlighting the corporation’s dedication to empowering businesses with reliable sustainability management and information disclosures.
The pressing need for companies to adapt to sustainability requirements has never been greater. As EY ShinNihon continues to enhance its SDA program, it aims to not only elevate its service offerings but also contribute meaningfully to the healthy development of capital markets. The combination of advanced technology, data, and insights from its global network empowers EY’s teams to assist clients in confidently navigating both current and future challenges.
Through assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transaction services, EY aims to create new value for clients, members, society, and the planet. This mission underlines its commitment to building a better world through trust and integrity in capital markets.
In summary, EY ShinNihon is setting a high standard within the sustainability domain, with its certification program nurturing the expertise necessary for businesses to thrive in an increasingly sustainability-focused environment. As the requirements for sustainability disclosures evolve, the firm’s enhanced capacity to deliver quality assurance services will play a critical role in advancing corporate sustainability initiatives worldwide.