EUDR Winter School 2025
Get your EUDR basics in place with 4 practical, weekly sessions
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Starting January 1st, 2026, companies placing relevant products on the EU market must comply with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). But what does that actually involve and how do you prepare?
In the EUDR Winter School, Coolset’s sustainability researchers will walk you through a fictional company’s journey to EUDR compliance - from scoping their exposure to submitting due diligence statements in TRACES.
Each session blends scenario-based learning, practical exercises and live Q&A.
Access the on-demand recordings below.
Sessions
Part 1: Mapping your supply chain for EUDR - Wednesday, 12 Nov at 11 AM CET
Learn how to check if EUDR applies and start tracing your supply chain.
- Identify if your company and products fall under EUDR
- Find supply chain data in ERP, procurement, and internal systems
- Avoid common early-stage compliance pitfalls
Part 2: Engaging suppliers and collecting the right data - Wednesday, 19 Nov at 11 AM CET
Learn how to request geolocation and legality data -and get suppliers to respond.
- Communicate expectations clearly with templates and checklists
- Handle reluctant or unresponsive suppliers
- Understand geo-data formats and accuracy requirements
Part 3: Conducting risk assessments and taking action - Wednesday, 26 Nov at 11 AM CET
Learn how to assess supply chain risk and decide when mitigation is needed.
- Follow a structured risk assessment process
- Use trusted data sources to evaluate risk
- Document and act on non-compliance issues
Part 4: Submitting to TRACES and operationalizing EUDR - Wednesday, 3 Dec at 11 AM CET
Learn how to submit due diligence statements and build ongoing processes.
- Understand what TRACES requires and how to prepare
- Link batches, plots, suppliers, and DDS
- Embed EUDR into day-to-day operations