Global demand for ESG ratings remains robust, according to the latest findings from ERM. Their 2025 “Rate the Raters 2025” survey — based on responses from 386 sustainability professionals across 39 countries — shows that 84% of companies intend to continue engaging with ESG rating agencies, considering such ratings a core part of their sustainability strategy.
However, the report also highlights a shift in corporate priorities: more than three-quarters (77%) of companies now call for greater alignment between rating methodologies and leading mandatory or voluntary reporting standards. Firms are also becoming more selective, reducing the number of ESG raters they engage — often down to three to five — reflecting a sharper strategic focus on the most relevant ESG data.
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