Business Breakthrough Barometer 2025 Analysis

The Business Breakthrough Barometer 2025 serves as a technical report assessing the current state of the net-zero transition across various sectors. It outlines how businesses are responding to geopolitical turbulence by maintaining or increasing their investments in climate action, with a notable focus on markets that provide stable policy environments and demand for low-carbon solutions. The report indicates that 9 out of 10 business leaders are committed to their transition-related investments, with Asia and Europe identified as attractive regions for investment. The primary motivation for these investments is long-term competitiveness rather than mere compliance with regulations. The report also highlights the challenges faced by businesses in harder-to-abate sectors like steel and cement, emphasizing the need for supportive policies. Furthermore, it documents the urgent call from business leaders for governments to uphold net-zero commitments, as the costs of transitioning are viewed as more manageable than the burdens of inaction. The findings reflect a growing recognition among businesses of the strategic necessity of decarbonization in evolving markets.