What is CDP?
CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project) is a global non-profit organization that helps companies, cities, states, and regions measure and disclose their environmental impact. By providing a standardized framework for reporting data related to climate change, water security, and deforestation, CDP enables organizations to manage their sustainability risks and unlock opportunities for long-term value creation.
Why Companies Benefit from CDP Disclosure?
Participating in CDP disclosure offers several advantages for companies:
- Enhanced Transparency & Accountability – Businesses gain a clear understanding of their environmental footprint, enabling them to track progress toward sustainability goals.
- Investor & Stakeholder Confidence – Sustainability metrics are increasingly crucial for investors, customers, and partners. CDP disclosure helps organizations showcase their commitment to responsible environmental practices.
- Regulatory & Market Readiness – With tightening global regulations around climate and sustainability, CDP equips businesses with data and insights to stay ahead of compliance requirements.
- Competitive Advantage – Proactive environmental management strengthens brand reputation, fosters innovation, and improves resilience against climate-related risks.
CDP and EFRAG: Strengthening Sustainability Reporting
In a significant step toward streamlining environmental reporting, CDP and EFRAG have published on March 18, 2025, a correspondence mapping the CDP question bank and the European Sustainability Reporting Standard (ESRS E1). This initiative enhances interoperability between CDP disclosures and ESRS E1 requirements, making it easier for companies to align their reporting efforts.
The mapping highlights key areas of commonality, including:
- Climate change mitigation transition plans
- Targets related to climate change mitigation
- Gross Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions
- Internal carbon pricing
By bridging CDP’s questionnaire with ESRS E1, companies can reduce reporting complexity, improve efficiency, and enhance transparency for stakeholders.
CDP Disclosure 2025: Key Updates and Insights
The CDP Disclosure Cycle 2025 introduces a structured approach to environmental reporting, emphasizing stability and core functionality. Organizations participating in CDP disclosure will benefit from improved guidance and training, ensuring a seamless reporting experience.
Save these dates:
- Week of April 28: Portal opens for requesters.
- Week of June 16: Response window opens for disclosers.
- Week of September 15: Scoring deadline.
A Transparent and Impactful Approach
By maintaining a transparent disclosure system, CDP enables organizations to gain actionable insights that drive real environmental impact. The 2025 cycle continues to focus on climate change, water security, and forest-related disclosures, reinforcing the importance of sustainability in corporate decision-making.
As businesses prepare for the upcoming disclosure cycle, leveraging CDP’s resources and guidance will be crucial in ensuring accurate and meaningful environmental reporting.
Enhanced Support and Stability
CDP has prioritized stability in its questionnaire and scoring methodology for 2025, ensuring that companies, SMEs, cities, states, and public authorities can disclose their environmental data with clarity and consistency. The improved support includes detailed guidance and training for account managers, helping organizations navigate the disclosure process effectively.
