How Climate Risk Data Can Strengthen Your CDP Reporting

As climate-related risks become more immediate and material, organizations are under growing pressure to not only disclose their environmental impacts, but to demonstrate how they’re preparing for the future. That’s where climate risk data comes in.  

Whether you’re reporting to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) or aligning with frameworks like the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), integrating climate risk into your reporting strategy can elevate the quality, credibility and strategic value of your disclosures.  

Why Climate Risk Matters in CDP Reporting

CDP’s 2025 Climate Change questionnaire continues to emphasize the importance of identifying, assessing and managing climate-related risks. Key sections, such as those focused on risk and opportunity disclosure, scenario analysis and business strategy, ask organizations to provide detailed insights into how climate risks are being evaluated and addressed.  

This includes:  

• Physical risks (e.g. extreme weather, flooding, drought)  
• Transition risks (e.g. regulatory changes, market shifts, reputational impacts)  
• Scenario analysis to model potential future outcomes  

By integrating climate risk data into your CDP response, you’re not just checking a box—you’re demonstrating foresight, resilience and strategic alignment with global expectations.

The Role of Climate Risk Tools in Enhancing Disclosure

A robust climate risk reporting solution can help organizations: 

• Quantify exposure to physical and transition risks across operations and geographies  
• Model future scenarios using science-based climate data  
• Align with global frameworks like TCFD, ISSB and CSRD  
• Streamline data collection and reporting across teams and business units  

These capabilities not only support more complete and accurate CDP responses, but they also help organizations embed climate risk into broader business planning and risk management processes.

Connecting the Dots Between Risk and Readiness

Organizations that integrate climate risk into their CDP reporting often find they’re better equipped to:

• Identify vulnerabilities in their operations and supply chains  
• Prioritize mitigation and adaptation strategies  
• Communicate clearly with investors and stakeholders  
• Benchmark progress over time  

In short, climate risk data transforms CDP reporting from a compliance exercise into a strategic advantage.