A new report released today by our customer, Ceres, reveals a stark disconnect between the insurance industry’s climate commitments and their ability to measure and track progress toward those goals. The Measurement Gap: A Deep Dive into Climate Risk Reporting in the U.S. Insurance Sector shows a consistent inability among insurers to translate climate awareness into […]
Use Case: Benchmarking
Sustainability impact: ESG in financial services explained
In 2025, climate change is reshaping discussions of risk and return in corporate boardrooms. The financial services industry, which is effectively the backbone of the global economy, is taking climate risk extremely seriously. Whether you’re in banking, insurance, or asset management, the expectations around climate and sustainability performance are high, and rightly so. Investors want […]
Overcoming ESG benchmarking challenges: A guide for investors and advisors
As stakeholders demand greater transparency on sustainability performance, financial institutions and consulting firms need a clear view of how companies measure up on ESG metrics. Robust benchmarking is no longer a “nice to have” — it’s essential for identifying leaders and laggards, assessing risk, and uncovering new opportunities. ESG benchmarking enables firms to compare performance […]
ESG analysis: What it is, why it matters, and how to do it right
What is ESG analysis? Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) analysis is the process of evaluating how a company discloses, manages, and performs in relation to sustainability issues. It goes beyond treating ESG as a compliance concern. Instead, sophisticated ESG analysis is about interpreting that information in a way that’s aligned with global reporting standards, investor […]
How agentic AI is shaping ESG research
There is more environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data than ever, yet sustainability teams, ESG advisors and responsible investors are finding that the research component of their jobs is not getting any easier. Disclosure rules are tightening. Stakeholder expectations are growing. And the volume of reports, standards, and frameworks to parse through? It’s overwhelming. Even […]
Level Up Your Sustainability Benchmarking with AI: Insights from Manifest Climate and PwC
Effective sustainability benchmarking goes beyond emissions data and third-party ratings—it requires real-time, reliable, and comparable insights across a broad spectrum of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics. In this webinar, we introduce Manifest Climate’s new AI-powered Benchmarking Comparison feature—designed to help sustainability consultants, investment teams, and stewardship professionals simplify and scale their benchmarking efforts. Discover […]
Business is booming for ESG auditors. Can they keep up?
As ESG disclosures move from voluntary to mandatory, the role of the ESG auditor is now in the spotlight. Companies that provide ESG auditing and assurance services are no doubt seeing more client requests than ever before, but can they keep up with the demand? Faced with assessing compliance across a broad array of concerns […]
Manifest Climate helps Ceres make sense of climate data to drive change
Ceres Accelerator for Sustainable Capital Markets is a nonprofit advocacy organization working to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, more just, and sustainable economy. The organization works with companies, investors, policymakers and regulators to educate, advocate, and investigate opportunities and challenges in the net zero transition. Ceres reached out to Manifest Climate for a unique […]
A Buyer’s Guide to Climate Intelligence Software
Whether you’re part of a sustainability, finance, risk, or consulting team, managing climate risk and seizing climate opportunities requires the right information. The climate landscape is dynamic and constantly evolving, making it impossible for your in-house team to keep up alone. This guide will help you navigate the complex world of climate intelligence tools, ensuring […]
Developing a Credible Climate Transition Plan
Unlock the secrets of effective climate action. While over 3,000 organizations commit to science-based targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, most lack credible plans to achieve these goals. This white paper reveals that only half of reviewed companies have published climate transition plans, with just 12% discussing impacts on resource allocation and business strategy. This […]