2024 was a critical milestone in CDP’s efforts to better support and empower SMEs across major and emerging markets. More than 12,500 companies disclosed through our new SME questionnaire and started their journey from disclosure to data-driven action.

In 2023, the CDP reported a record-breaking increase in corporate disclosures, with over 8,000 companies from the Asia Pacific region participating—an impressive 30% rise from the previous year. Countries like South Korea, Vietnam, and Cambodia led in relative increases, highlighting a growing commitment to sustainability and climate resilience among business leaders in one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions.

130 U.S. cities disclosed a need for $27 billion in investment, focusing primarily on buildings, energy efficiency, transportation, and renewable energy.