Looking ahead to 2026 with purpose.
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As we approach the close of 2025, we reflect on the tangible sustainable performance impact we’ve delivered with our clients – from cutting emissions and accelerating circularity, to driving meaningful change through innovation, engagement, and powerful communications.

2025 has been a year of progress, transformation, and uncertainty for our industry. Yet, the conversations we’ve had with clients, partners, and colleagues reinforce a shared belief: 2026 will be a turning point – a year to accelerate action and deliver lasting change. At Anthesis, we’re ready to lead that charge.

Our unique combination of scientific and technical expertise, creative thinking, and innovative solutions positions us to help organisations navigate the sustainable transformation and unlock long-term value. 

In fact, our recently released Sustainable Performance Baseline Report establishes the solid footing we need for the year ahead, grounding our impact in four defining global transitions and establishing a clear path forward, marked by transparency, consistency, and accountability. 

As we close out the year, we want to thank you – our partners, clients, and champions – for your trust and collaboration. Together, we have an opportunity to shape a more regenerative, fair, and responsible world. We look forward to working alongside you in making that vision a reality. 

In the meantime, we invite you to take a look at two additional new reports – The Future of Soil and Hugging the Bear – and explore our latest guidance and insights below. 

Wishing you a restful holiday season and an inspiring start to the new year. 

Anthesis Group

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A New Blueprint for Climate,
Food, and Business Resilience

Soil sits at the critical intersection of climate, nature, and human wellbeing – yet over one-third of the world’s arable land is already degraded. This loss represents not only a planetary emergency but also a powerful commercial opportunity.

The Future of Soil, our landmark 150-page global horizon scan revealing how soil health will reshape climate action, food systems, and long-term resilience, reframes the soil crisis as a catalyst for transformation, demonstrating that long-term resilience starts with the ground beneath our feet.

The report introduces four alternative future scenarios:

The Soil Renaissance

The Precision Revolution

The Great
Soil Collapse

The Age of Artificial Farms

Each scenario explores a different balance of technology, regeneration, and risk – illuminating the strategic decisions facing policymakers, corporates, and investors as soil becomes a defining asset in the race to net zero and nature-positive growth.

DISCOVER THE REPORT
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Start-Ups

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The Future of Soil offers a deep dive on over 80 startups, with detailed profiles of the solutions shaping the future of soil for the better. From vertical farming to carbon sequestration and robotics, the future is full of possibility.

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Purposeful Purchasing


Over half of US consumers prioritize
brands driving change

Revolt, part of Anthesis, has just published Hugging the Bear, a landmark study revealing a strong connection between how brands communicate their positive change and their relationships with consumers.

    Freya Williams

    CSO

    Revolt North America

    “Brands can no longer afford to hibernate. Your consumer still wants to know where you stand on key issues. But our research shows that it’s time for a new lexicon of positive impact, one that unites rather than divides.”

      EXPLORE THE REPORT
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      INSIGHTS | Why Energy Attribute Certificates are Critical at Year-End

       

      As the year draws to a close, organisations face mounting pressure to demonstrate measurable reductions in operational emissions. Energy Attribute Certificates (known by different names in various geographies, such as REGOs, GOs, REC, iRECs, etc) offer a practical, streamlined solution for decarbonising electricity consumption without costly infrastructure changes. 

      Learn More

      GUIDANCE | SBTi’s Draft Corporate Net Zero Standard Version 2.0

       

      The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) is redefining what it means for businesses to lead on climate action. The Draft Corporate Net Zero Standard v2.0 introduces significant updates that will shape how companies set and achieve science-based targets on their journey to net zero. Our updated whitepaper covers the latest changes.

       

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      INSIGHTS | What's Next for Regenerative Apparel

       

      The adoption of regenerative agriculture within apparel raw material sourcing and supply chains is moving beyond initial pilot projects and toward more meaningful scale. Our experts outline 6 key steps to building a defensible regenerative apparel programme amidst this industry momentum.

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      Advancing the Circularity of Plastics 

      Anthesis was recently commissioned by Resource Recovery UK (RRUK) to conduct research and produce a thorough report exploring how the UK can reduce plastics in the residual waste stream and accelerate progress towards a circular economy.

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        Six key policy recommendations are proposed:

        1. Reducing unnecessary plastic

        2. Unlocking the potential of reuse models

        3. Boosting domestic recycling

        4. Effectively engaging citizens

        5. Removing plastics from residual waste

        6. Carefully managing the expansion of ETS

          200% increase in plastic waste by 2060
          598 kt of plastic waste shipped overseas
          550k jobs created by the circular economy

          Learn more here

          Sustainable Transformation in Action

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          Promoting Equitable Sourcing Practices

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          Verifying Carbon Footprint Reductions

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          Developing Circular Design Guidelines

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          Contact us for the latest insights and to learn more about our solutions.

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