Future Of Digital Decarbonization Technology
Connor Taylor
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Executive Summary
The well-established market for digital decarbonization technologies – dedicated carbon management solutions (CMS), operational platforms and niche carbon microservices – is undergoing a metamorphosis. Long sustained by, and built to support, voluntary reporting, buyers are increasingly designing novel data flows and technology architectures to target operational decarbonization, with significant ramifications for technology providers. This report outlines the future development of the digital decarbonization technology market, from a commercial and technical perspective. It should be used by senior executives at technology firms operating in the market to inform go-to-market and product development strategies.
Carbon management specialists must pursue new product strategies by 2030
Operational platforms must embrace decarbonization functionality to meet evolving buyer expectations
Figure 1. The novel functional requirements of operational decarbonization
Figure 2. The reporting-focused decarbonization technology stack in 2025
Figure 3. The operations-focused decarbonization technology stack
About the Authors
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...
Ryan Skinner
VP Research
Ryan is a VP Research at Verdantix, where he leads a team of analysts delivering research, data and advisory services that help clients navigate the fast-evolving landscape of...
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