Market Insight: Climate Change Consulting Buyers’ Project Priorities For 2026

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Executive Summary

Sustainability leaders are in the midst of a strategic transformation, redefining decarbonization strategies in a post-net-zero world. Consequently, climate change consulting practice leads must understand developing corporate priorities, to meet customer demands and capture market share. This report – drawn from a survey of over 350 sustainability leaders, across six regions and 16 industries – provides a focused analysis examining how organizations currently work with consulting providers, and how they plan to extend their scopes of work in 2026.
Verdantix global corporate survey reveals priority climate change consulting services in 2026
Organizations need consulting support to evolve transition strategies
Figure 1. Climate change consulting project priorities 2025-26
Figure 2. Consulting services penetration for key climate initiatives

About the Authors

Connor Taylor

Connor Taylor

Principal Analyst

Connor is a Principal Analyst at Verdantix. He focuses on delivering research to help senior executives navigate decarbonization decision-making and build effective strategies...

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Ryan Skinner

Ryan Skinner

Research Director

Ryan is a Research Director at Verdantix, where he leads a team of analysts delivering research, data and advisory services that help clients navigate the fast-evolving landsc...

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