GlobeScan, the ERM Sustainability Institute, and Volans hosted a dynamic and forward-looking webinar on July 15th, 2025, bringing together global experts to reflect on new survey findings from the Sustainability at a Crossroads report and examine what’s needed to accelerate progress toward 2030 goals.
The discussion focused on the urgency for change, regional differences in outlook, and the most promising actions to prioritize.
Key takeaways include:
- Majority Demand Change: 56% of sustainability experts call for a radical overhaul of current approaches – only 6% support the status quo.
- Global Divide: North America and Europe see strong backlash and urgency, while Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific show more optimism and focus on opportunity.
- Institutional Performance Declines: Perceptions of NGOs, governments, and businesses performance on sustainability are declining – with the lowest ratings in over a decade.
- Focus on Feasible Impact: High-priority, feasible actions include activities related to market mechanisms, innovation, financial integration and activism.
- Diverse Mindsets: The sustainability community is split between radicals, pathfinders, institutionalists, and traditionalists – collaboration across these segments is key.
