ESG Reporting Market Outlook 2025-2027 | Key Developments and Future Scope

ESG Reporting Market Overview:

The Global ESG Reporting Market is projected to experience robust growth, with an estimated annual growth rate of around 15% by 2027. Key drivers of this growth include heightened investor scrutiny, evolving regulatory demands, the expanding volume of corporate data, and the integration of AI technologies for ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting.

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Competitive Landscape: ESG Reporting Market

Several well-established players dominate the global ESG reporting space, including:

• Wolters Kluwer
• PwC
• Workiva
• Nasdaq
• Cority/Greenstone
• Diligent
• Emex
• Novsito
• Diginex
• Sphera
• IsoMetrix
• Novem ESG
• C3 AI

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Data: A Key Measure of Sustainability

ESG data provides a comprehensive view of a company’s non-financial performance and its sustainability efforts. It is divided into three key areas:

• Environmental Data: Includes metrics such as greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, water usage, waste reduction efforts, carbon footprint, and efforts to minimize environmental impact.
• Social Data: Covers aspects like fair wages, labor rights, workplace safety, diversity and inclusion, and adherence to employment laws.
• Governance Data: Relates to corporate governance practices, regulatory compliance, ethical conduct, and financial transparency.

ESG metrics can be categorized as either quantitative or qualitative:

• Quantitative metrics are measurable and include data like energy consumption, carbon emissions, or water usage.
• Qualitative metrics, while harder to quantify, focus on practices such as labor relations, commitment to diversity and inclusion (DEI), and corporate ethics.

This data is used by companies to create reports that reflect their ability to effectively implement ESG strategies and meet sustainability goals.

Growing Demand for ESG Reporting in the Global Market

The demand for ESG reporting is increasing, driven by both investors and companies. Investors use ESG metrics to evaluate potential acquisitions or investments, relying on these reports to screen companies based on environmental, social, and governance risks. ESG software solutions help track and manage ESG initiatives, enabling investors to align their portfolios with sustainable practices while avoiding businesses linked to environmental damage or social misconduct. On the corporate side, organizations use ESG reports to track progress on climate change initiatives, corporate social responsibility (CSR), regulatory compliance, and sustainability goals.

Quote from an ESG Expert:
“Today, investors increasingly look for ESG disclosures as part of their decision-making process. Companies that perform well on ESG criteria are seen as less risky, more resilient in the face of uncertainty, and better positioned for long-term growth.”
— Marketing Director, ESG Reporting Software Provider, U.S.A.

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The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in ESG Reporting

AI is transforming the ESG landscape by enabling the collection and analysis of vast amounts of data, automating tasks, and identifying patterns and risks. AI is being used to assess a company’s exposure to ESG risks—ranging from climate change to governance issues—and to streamline compliance processes, such as monitoring regulatory filings and identifying compliance gaps. AI-driven tools also help companies analyze ESG data more efficiently, uncover risks and opportunities, and accelerate progress toward their ESG objectives.

Recent AI Innovations in ESG Reporting:

• Novem ESG (March 2023): Launched AI-powered software that automates ESG data analysis against regulations and checklists.
• C3 AI (September 2022): Introduced the C3 AI ESG application, which uses AI and machine learning to help companies monitor, report, and improve their ESG performance. The platform reduces the time spent on gathering and managing ESG data, while helping companies identify risks, capture opportunities, and meet their sustainability goals.

The integration of AI offers transformative opportunities for organizations looking to enhance their sustainability efforts, ensuring more accurate, timely, and actionable ESG reporting.

Regulatory Push Driving Demand for ESG Disclosures

An increasing number of global regulations are requiring companies to disclose detailed information about their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, sustainability efforts, and governance structures. Regulators worldwide are finalizing rules mandating companies to report on their ESG impact through annual reports and key regulatory filings. Here are some of the major regulations currently being enforced:

• United States: The SEC's Climate Disclosure Guidance mandates that publicly traded companies disclose material business risks, including those related to climate change, in their regular filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This includes a transparent evaluation of how climate-related risks may affect their business operations.
• European Union: The EU’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) compels financial market participants (FMPs) and financial advisors to disclose sustainable investment products, helping to prevent greenwashing. Additionally, the Sustainable Corporate Governance Initiative aims to enhance the EU’s corporate governance framework by urging companies to adopt long-term sustainability strategies, covering areas like human rights, climate change, and environmental protection. This includes introducing a mandatory duty of care and due diligence for companies to meet sustainability goals.

Growth Strategies in the ESG Reporting Market

To strengthen their position in the growing ESG reporting market, major players are employing a combination of organic and inorganic growth strategies. These include launching new products, acquiring complementary businesses, and forming strategic partnerships to expand their market share and reach.

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