Consultancy firm Bain & Company recognized as a "Leader" in IDC MarketScape's evaluation of global carbon management and net-zero services for 2025.
Bain & Company has been honoured by the IDC MarketScape as a Leader in the field of carbon management and Net-Zero services. This recognition highlights the consultancy's comprehensive approach to helping organizations achieve their Net Zero goals and manage their carbon footprint effectively.
Carbon Accounting and Regulatory Compliance
Bain & Company offers a data-driven approach to measuring, managing, and reducing carbon emissions. Through its Comprehensive Emissions Measurement, the firm tracks Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions using technical knowledge and sector-specific expertise. Additionally, Bain provides guidance on sustainability regulations and reporting, integrating sustainability into business operations, and developing climate transition plans.
Digital Tools and Partnerships
The consultancy leverages advanced analytics and digital tools like Carbon Cube for upstream Scope 3 emission tracking and ARC for Carbon, which serves as a single source of truth for carbon reporting. Bain also partners with companies like Persefoni for carbon management SaaS and Terralytiq for AI-enabled supply chain emission analysis.
Strategic Partnerships for Decarbonization
Bain collaborates with companies such as Sylvera to advance carbon credit initiatives and Schneider Electric for end-to-end energy management and decarbonization support. The IDC MarketScape recognized Bain's strategic partnerships with organizations such as Persefoni and Terralytiq.
Strengths Reinforced by Client Testimonials
Client testimonials reinforced Bain's strengths, helping secure its position in the Leaders category. The report notes that Bain's work differentiates through its ability to effectively consult clients on selling their sustainable efforts to customers.
EcoVadis Platinum Rating
Bain & Company earned a platinum rating from EcoVadis, placing them in the top 1% of all companies for environmental, social, and ethical performance.
A Focus on Business Outcomes
The report highlights that Bain's work with clients focuses on linking carbon-related value creation to business outcomes. Bain & Company works alongside clients as one team with a shared ambition to achieve extraordinary results, outperform the competition, and redefine industries.
IDC MarketScape Evaluation
The IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model evaluates the competitive fitness of ICT suppliers in a given market. The report acknowledges Bain's digital tools and use of advanced analytics for enhanced carbon tracking. The Capabilities score in the IDC MarketScape measures vendor product, go-to-market, and business execution in the short-term. The Strategy score in the IDC MarketScape measures alignment of vendor strategies with customer requirements in a 3-5-year timeframe.
A Commitment to Pro Bono Services
Bain & Company has a 10-year commitment to invest more than $1 billion in pro bono services. As a global consultancy, Bain helps the world's most ambitious change makers define the future.
In conclusion, Bain & Company's recognition as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Carbon Management and Net-Zero Services 2025 Vendor Assessment underscores its commitment to helping organizations navigate the complex landscape of carbon management and Net-Zero services. With a focus on business outcomes, advanced digital tools, strategic partnerships, and a dedication to pro bono services, Bain is well-positioned to help organizations achieve their Net Zero goals.
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- Bain & Company's data-driven approach to carbon management includes tracking Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions, providing guidance on sustainability regulations, and developing climate transition plans.
- The consultancy uses digital tools like Carbon Cube and ARC for Carbon, and partners with companies such as Persefoni, Terralytiq, Sylvera, and Schneider Electric to enhance carbon tracking and decarbonization efforts.
- Client testimonials have reinforced Bain's strengths in helping clients consult on selling their sustainable efforts to customers, which contributed to its Leadership position in the IDC MarketScape.
- Bain & Company received a platinum rating from EcoVadis, placing them in the top 1% of all companies for environmental, social, and ethical performance.
- The IDC MarketScape vendor analysis model highlighted Bain's digital tools and advanced analytics capabilities for enhanced carbon tracking, as well as its strategic partnerships and focus on business outcomes.
- As part of its commitment to social impact, Bain & Company has pledged to invest over $1 billion in pro bono services over the next 10 years.
