Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Consulting Market Report 2026

The environmental, social and governance (esg) consulting market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $11.9 billion in 2025 to $13.56 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing corporate sustainability commitments, expansion of regulatory reporting requirements, growth of responsible investment practices, rising stakeholder scrutiny on governance, adoption of sustainability frameworks.

The environmental, social and governance (esg) consulting market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $22.63 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing alignment of esg with financial performance, rising demand for real-time esg data, expansion of climate disclosure mandates, increasing integration of technology-driven esg solutions, growth of sustainable finance initiatives. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for esg reporting and disclosure services, rising adoption of esg analytics and data platforms, expansion of climate risk and impact assessment offerings, growing integration of esg into corporate strategy, enhanced focus on regulatory compliance support.

The growing emphasis on sustainability within the corporate world is expected to drive the expansion of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) consulting market. Sustainability in business refers to a company’s commitment to operating in an environmentally and socially responsible manner while maintaining economic growth. As businesses face increasing pressure from consumers, investors, and governments to adopt responsible practices, ESG consulting helps guide companies in integrating sustainability into their operations. This shift toward sustainability is driven by rising consumer demand for environmentally conscious practices and the need to mitigate climate-related risks. ESG consultants provide strategies for meeting regulatory requirements, enhancing corporate responsibility, and improving long-term financial performance. For example, according to the Governance and Accountability Institute (G&A), in 2023, 93% of Russell 1000 companies published sustainability reports, up from 90% in 2022. Therefore, the increasing significance of sustainability in business is fueling the growth of the ESG consulting market.

Leading companies in the ESG consulting market are focusing on developing advanced tools and solutions for ESG reporting and data management to help businesses enhance transparency, comply with regulations, and promote sustainable growth. These advanced tools enable corporations to efficiently collect, analyze, and disclose data related to their environmental impact, social responsibilities, and governance practices. For instance, in August 2024, Microsoft Corporation introduced Project Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting, a new tool designed to assist companies in creating, reviewing, and approving ESG reports across various standards and frameworks. This tool helps organizations address the complexities of reporting within both voluntary and regulatory frameworks, further empowering businesses to make informed, sustainable decisions.

In October 2024, SLR Consulting Limited, a UK-based sustainability firm, acquired Malk Partners for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition strengthens SLR's capabilities in delivering specialized investment solutions by incorporating Malk’s expertise in ESG strategy, impact investing, and sustainability consulting. This strategic move is intended to accelerate SLR’s growth, broaden its client base, and reinforce its position in the ESG consulting market. Malk Partners, a US-based provider, specializes in ESG strategy integration, sustainability consulting, and corporate social responsibility, making it an ideal addition to SLR's offerings.

Major companies operating in the environmental, social and governance (ESG) consulting market are Accenture plc, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, Ernst&Young, KPMG International Limited, TATA Consultancy Services Limited, McKinsey & Company, BDO Global, Boston Consulting Group Inc., Jacobs Solutions Inc., WSP Global, Nasdaq Composite, Wolters Kluwer, Arcadis NV, Crowe LLP, Workiva, Antea Group, Diligent Corporation, Inogen Alliance, Sphera Solutions.

North America was the largest region in the environmental, social and governance (ESG) consulting market in 2025. The regions covered in the environmental, social and governance (esg) consulting market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the environmental, social and governance (esg) consulting market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The environmental, social, and governance (ESG) consulting market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as consulting, integration and deployment, support, and maintenance. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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