Sustainability Reporting and Data Management Outlook 2026
Explore how 650+ sustainability leaders are navigating the turbulence of 2026 and what it means for your reporting strategy.
From shifting CSRD timelines to widening data quality gaps, and from rising Scope 3 ambition to AI adoption that remains shallow, sustainability reporting is entering a decisive turning point. The commitment is stronger than ever, but the infrastructure is not keeping pace.
This exclusive research from Reuters Insights uncovers the pressures, priorities, and practical realities shaping sustainability reporting today.
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Why This Report Matters
2026 has been defined by institutional and political turbulence. CSRD Omnibus negotiations have reshaped expectations, the US political environment has created regulatory uncertainty, and global frameworks continue to fragment.
Sustainability leaders face a growing tension between ambition and capability. This report helps you understand where peers are accelerating, where they are struggling, and where the risks are emerging most quickly.
It is designed to help you:
- Benchmark your own reporting maturity
- Validate your data and technology roadmap
- Understand how peers are preparing for Scope 3 and CSRD
- Build a stronger case for internal investment and prioritisation
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