Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

The Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), founded in 2000 in London, is a leading international non-profit organization that operates a global system for the disclosure of environmental data. The goal of the CDP is to encourage companies, cities, and regions to measure, manage, and transparently disclose their environmental impacts. This process not only promotes the accountability of actors in environmental policy but also supports concrete actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
CDP's primary operational areas include climate change, water security, and forest protection. Each year, the CDP sends out comprehensive questionnaires that stimulate organizations to report on their environmental performance. Over 24,800 companies and more than 1,100 cities and regions participate in this process, representing more than 66% of global market capitalization. The assessment scale implemented by the CDP ranges from A (leadership level) to F (insufficient information) and aims to motivate companies to improve their environmental management practices and increase transparency for investors and other stakeholders.
Additionally, the CDP has expanded its focus to fight plastic pollution in order to address these critical environmental concerns as well. By providing a standardized framework for disclosure, the CDP significantly contributes to promoting sustainable practices, regulatory compliance, and raising awareness of environmental issues in the business context. With its extensive collection of self-reported environmental data, the CDP serves as an indispensable tool for investors, policymakers, and NGOs seeking to advance sustainable development.