Our 2025 report on ESG trends in the industry is available now

A few months ago, we shared the results of our 2024 Global Survey, which included a dedicated chapter on sustainability and environment, exploring the ways in which AOIs/IDs/STPs are implementing these practices into their infrastructure and organizations. However, sustainability is only one of the aspects that has been top of mind for our members, as they have also reflected on their overall approach to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.  

ESG represents a framework for evaluating an organisation’s commitment to sustainability, ethical responsibility, and strong corporate leadership. It covers many areas of activity, including environmental impact (for example, a company’s carbon footprint and resource use), social factors (like diversity, labour practices, and community engagement), and governance standards (such as transparency, ethics, and executive accountability).  

Increasingly, ESG considerations shape investment decisions, corporate strategies, and regulations, placing greater emphasis on long-term value creation and responsible business practices in a rapidly evolving global economy. The AOI/ID/STP industry is no exception, and the increasing priority placed on ESG standards has been apparent in our network, meriting further investigation on trends that may emerge in this field. 

Given the importance of this topic, we shared a questionnaire with our Full members on their approach to ESG and what their priorities are in this area. Our goal with this survey was to obtain a snapshot of the current ESG landscape within our industry. Thanks to the responses provided by our members, we have prepared a report highlighting the different areas that our AOI/ID/STP members have decided to focus on to help our network home in on the trends in the industry. 

Our findings show a growing integration of ESG principles within the reporting frameworks of our members. This reflects a strong commitment to sustainability and a recognition of the need for transparent stakeholder communication. The report highlights the need for ongoing improvement and collaboration. By refining frameworks and closing gaps, AOIs, IDs, and STPs can strengthen their ESG impact, driving resilience, innovation, and broader societal benefits. 

If you’d like more information on the IASP ESG 2025 report, please send an email to projects@iasp.ws with a reference to the report.