A world in balance 2025: Unlocking resilience and long-term value through environmental action

Capgemini Invent

The most recent edition of the Capgemini Research Institute’s ‘A world in balance’ series reveals how organisations are navigating rising climate risks, consumer expectations, and geopolitical pressures on their path to sustainability.

Drawing on insights from 2,146 senior executives from 716 leading organisations across 13 countries, and a global survey of 6,566 consumers, the report offers a comprehensive view of sustainability strategy, execution, and impact. Key findings include:

• Investment is set to increase, but credibility of climate action is under pressure
• Sustainability is seen as a strategic value driver
• Climate adaptation is on the radar, but execution is lagging
• AI is accelerating sustainability – but its footprint raises concerns
• Structural, geopolitical, and organisational barriers persist

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