Global ESG Reporting Software Market Size study & Forecast, by Offering, Deployment Mode, Organization Size, Vertical and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

Description

The Global ESG Reporting Software Market is valued at approximately USD 1.2 billion in 2024 and is poised to grow at a robust CAGR of more than 18.00% over the forecast period 2025-2035. ESG Reporting Software has evolved from a compliance-centric utility to a strategic imperative for businesses, empowering organizations to measure, track, and transparently communicate their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. As stakeholder scrutiny intensifies and regulations become increasingly stringent, enterprises are proactively adopting ESG solutions to embed sustainability into their core operations, enhance corporate reputation, and attract responsible investors. The remarkable market traction is primarily driven by mounting global pressure on organizations to reduce their environmental footprint, uphold ethical governance practices, and promote social accountability. As reporting standards like GRI, SASB, and CSRD gain global prominence, ESG reporting software enables businesses to seamlessly align their disclosures, automate data collection, and produce insightful, audit-ready reports.

This rapidly expanding demand is further fueled by growing investor emphasis on non-financial performance, where ESG data is being increasingly utilized as a key metric for decision-making. With governments worldwide pushing for net-zero emissions, industries are leveraging ESG platforms to map sustainability KPIs, manage climate risk, and unlock operational efficiencies. According to PwC, nearly 79% of investors cite ESG reporting as a critical factor in their investment choices, highlighting the rising strategic relevance of this software. Moreover, sectors like energy, manufacturing, and financial services are undergoing transformational ESG integrations to comply with mandates such as the EU Taxonomy and SEC climate disclosure rules. However, the fragmented regulatory landscape and lack of data standardization across geographies could inhibit market growth in the short term, especially for smaller enterprises struggling to interpret and implement complex ESG frameworks.

Regionally, North America dominated the ESG Reporting Software Market in 2024 and is anticipated to sustain its lead through 2035. The region's aggressive adoption of digital ESG platforms is bolstered by tightening disclosure regulations from agencies like the SEC and growing shareholder activism around climate accountability. The United States in particular is seeing a proliferation of cloud-based ESG tools tailored to financial institutions, tech conglomerates, and energy providers. Meanwhile, Europe is expected to register the fastest growth over the forecast period due to the strong regulatory framework driven by the EU's Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). In Asia Pacific, countries like Japan, Australia, and India are experiencing a surge in ESG adoption fueled by policy reforms, ESG-integrated investment portfolios, and the expansion of responsible supply chain initiatives. This regional dynamism is giving rise to localized ESG SaaS vendors, partnerships with consulting firms, and government-backed ESG digitalization programs.

Major market player included in this report are:

SAP SE
Diligent Corporation
Workiva Inc.
Wolters Kluwer
Nasdaq, Inc.
Refinitiv (LSEG)
EcoVadis
IBM Corporation
Intelex Technologies ULC
Enablon (Wolters Kluwer)
Sphera Solutions
Ideagen Plc
Greenstone+ Ltd.
Cority Software Inc.
Microsoft Corporation

Global ESG Reporting Software Market Report Scope:

Historical Data - 2023, 2024
Base Year for Estimation - 2024
Forecast period - 2025-2035
Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts' working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Offering:

Software
- Environmental ESG Reporting Software
- Social ESG Reporting Software
- Governance ESG Reporting Software
Services
- Consulting
- Integration & Deployment
- Support & Maintenance

By Deployment Mode:

On-premises
Cloud

By Organization Size:

Large Enterprises
Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

By Vertical:

BFSI
Government, Public Sector & Non-Profit
Manufacturing
Food & Beverages
Retail & Consumer Goods
Energy & Utilities
Other Verticals

By Region:

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Report Scope & Methodology

1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumptions
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. Key Findings

Chapter 3. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Forces Analysis

3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global ESG Reporting Software Market (2024-2035)
3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. Intensifying Regulatory Mandates on ESG Disclosures
- 3.2.2. Escalating Investor Demand for Non-Financial Performance Data
3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. Fragmented Regulatory Landscape Across Jurisdictions
- 3.3.2. Lack of Standardized Data Collection and Reporting Frameworks
3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. Expansion of ESG Adoption in Emerging Asia Pacific Markets
- 3.4.2. Integration of AI and Advanced Analytics into ESG Platforms

Chapter 4. Global ESG Reporting Software Industry Analysis

4.1. Porter's Five Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter's Five Forces Forecast Model (2024-2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economic
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024-2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis and Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendations & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Size & Forecasts by Offering 2025-2035

5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
5.3. Software
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.3.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025-2035
5.4. Services
- 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.4.2. Market Size Analysis, by Region, 2025-2035

Chapter 6. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Size & Forecasts by Deployment Mode, Organization Size & Vertical 2025-2035

6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
6.3. Deployment Mode
- 6.3.1. On-Premises
- 6.3.2. Cloud
6.4. Organization Size
- 6.4.1. Large Enterprises
- 6.4.2. Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
6.5. Vertical
- 6.5.1. BFSI
- 6.5.2. Government, Public Sector & Non-Profit
- 6.5.3. Manufacturing
- 6.5.4. Food & Beverages
- 6.5.5. Retail & Consumer Goods
- 6.5.6. Energy & Utilities
- 6.5.7. Other Verticals

Chapter 7. Global ESG Reporting Software Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025-2035

7.1. Market, Regional Market Snapshot
7.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
7.3. North America
- 7.3.1. U.S. Market
  - 7.3.1.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.3.1.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.3.2. Canada Market
  - 7.3.2.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.3.2.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
7.4. Europe
- 7.4.1. UK Market
  - 7.4.1.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.4.1.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.4.2. Germany Market
  - 7.4.2.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.4.2.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.4.3. France Market
  - 7.4.3.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.4.3.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.4.4. Spain Market
  - 7.4.4.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.4.4.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.4.5. Italy Market
  - 7.4.5.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.4.5.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.4.6. Rest of Europe Market
  - 7.4.6.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.4.6.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
7.5. Asia Pacific
- 7.5.1. China Market
  - 7.5.1.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.5.1.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.5.2. India Market
  - 7.5.2.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.5.2.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.5.3. Japan Market
  - 7.5.3.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.5.3.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.5.4. Australia Market
  - 7.5.4.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.5.4.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.5.5. South Korea Market
  - 7.5.5.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.5.5.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.5.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Market
  - 7.5.6.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.5.6.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
7.6. Latin America
- 7.6.1. Brazil Market
  - 7.6.1.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.6.1.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.6.2. Mexico Market
  - 7.6.2.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.6.2.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
7.7. Middle East & Africa
- 7.7.1. UAE Market
  - 7.7.1.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.7.1.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.7.2. Saudi Arabia Market
  - 7.7.2.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.7.2.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.7.3. South Africa Market
  - 7.7.3.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.7.3.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035
- 7.7.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa Market
  - 7.7.4.1. Offering Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 7.7.4.2. Deployment Mode & Organization Size Breakdown, 2025-2035

Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence

8.1. Top Market Strategies
8.2. SAP SE
- 8.2.1. Company Overview
- 8.2.2. Key Executives
- 8.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 8.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 8.2.5. Product/Services Portfolio
- 8.2.6. Recent Developments
- 8.2.7. Market Strategies
- 8.2.8. SWOT Analysis
8.3. Diligent Corporation
8.4. Workiva Inc.
8.5. Wolters Kluwer
8.6. Nasdaq, Inc.
8.7. Refinitiv (LSEG)
8.8. EcoVadis
8.9. IBM Corporation
8.10. Intelex Technologies ULC
8.11. Enablon (Wolters Kluwer)
8.12. Sphera Solutions
8.13. Ideagen Plc
8.14. Greenstone+ Ltd.
8.15. Cority Software Inc.
8.16. Microsoft Corporation