Trends
Most sectors lag in the transition to sustainability, survey says
The banking, electric utilities and automotive sectors have made the largest improvements in sustainability performance, according to a GlobeScan/ERM survey. Read More
Integration, impact and supply chain are top drivers of recognized sustainability leadership, experts say
Integrating sustainability, showing tangible impact and addressing supply chain issues are the top criteria for a company to be recognized as a sustainability leader, according to a GlobeScan/ERM survey. Read More
Experts in Global North report significant sustainability backlash, survey finds
Leaders in North America and Europe are seeing significant backlash against sustainability and ESG, according to a GlobeScan/ERM survey. Read More
Regulations are fueling the sustainability agenda, experts say
Legislation on sustainability, followed by disclosure standards, is viewed by experts as the most significant positive development in the last year, according to a GlobeScan/ERM survey. Read More
Climate-related issues are growing in urgency, sustainability experts say
Sustainability experts view climate change, biodiversity loss, deforestation, water scarcity, food security and water pollution as increasingly severe challenges, according to the latest GlobeScan/ERM survey. Read More
Environmental concerns prompt consumers to shift diets, survey finds
Environmental concerns are an important motivator for changing the way we eat, according to a survey by GlobeScan and the Marine Stewardship Council. Read More
Study: Younger generations drive consumption of plant-based food, while baby boomers lag behind
Younger age groups are driving the consumption of vegetarian and vegan food, according to an EAT-GlobeScan survey. This trend presents a significant opportunity for sustainable food brands. Read More
Environmental worries outpace socioeconomic concerns over past decade, survey finds
The public's increased concern about environmental issues underscores the need for governments and businesses to remain committed to the green agenda and simultaneously address socioeconomic concerns, according to GlobeScan. Read More
Views on single-use plastic waste vary based on concern about health impacts, survey finds
Public opinion on single-use plastics has decreased in some countries while remaining high in others, according to a GlobeScan survey. Read More
A new chapter for transport decarbonization awaits
A look at the state of sustainable transportation in 2024 and beyond. Read More