82% of organizations now plan to increase investment in environmental sustainability in the next 12–18 months as a core future-proofing strategy

Core Insights - 82% of organizations plan to increase investment in environmental sustainability over the next 12–18 months as a core strategy for future-proofing [1] - Three-quarters of organizations view sustainability as essential for long-term competitiveness, innovation, and resilience, despite a gap between perceived preparedness and actual resilience [1][2] - Compliance with regulations is the primary driver for sustainability initiatives, followed by business value factors such as profitability and operational efficiency [2] Investment Trends - More than 80% of organizations are increasing their sustainability investments, an increase of 8 percentage points from the previous year [2] - Only 21% of organizations have developed detailed transition plans with interim targets and capital allocation, indicating a lack of concrete action [2] Climate Impact and Preparedness - Over 70% of executives report supply chain disruptions due to climate impacts, with many feeling underprepared for climate change effects [3] - Only 38% of organizations are upgrading infrastructure, 31% are shifting production to less climate-vulnerable regions, and 26% are redesigning products [3] Business Value and Leadership Perspectives - Business leaders recognize sustainability as a core driver of business value, but many face challenges due to global uncertainty and budget constraints [4] - There is a call for a pragmatic approach to implement concrete transition and adaptation measures to build resilience and foster innovation [4] AI and Sustainability - Nearly two-thirds of executives report using AI to support sustainability goals, but there is growing concern about the environmental impact of generative AI [5] - The belief that the benefits of generative AI outweigh its environmental costs has decreased from 67% in 2024 to 57% in 2025 [5] Consumer Sentiment - Consumer skepticism is rising, with 62% believing companies engage in greenwashing, up from a third in 2023 [6] - More than 75% of consumers feel corporations should do more to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting the need for transparent sustainability communication [6]