Guide
The practical guide to CDP preparation and submission
Published on February 2, 2026
CDP has become a key global framework for environmental transparency, widely used by investors and large corporate buyers to assess companies on climate, water, and deforestation.
Yet for many organizations, preparing a CDP response for the first time remains challenging: complex questionnaires, unclear scoring logic, and data that is difficult to consolidate.
This practical guide was designed to support CSR and ESG teams through every step of the CDP journey, from understanding the framework to managing the post-submission phase.
It is not a theoretical overview, but an operational guide to help you respond methodically, avoid common pitfalls, and secure a credible, well-structured submission.
In this 77-page guide, you will learn:
- A clear introduction to CDP and its role in environmental assessments
- How the CDP questionnaire and evaluation process actually work
- How to prepare your CDP response efficiently (organization, data, governance)
- Best practices for first-time CDP respondents
- What to do after submission and how to build continuous improvement
- Practical, field-tested advice to improve clarity and credibility
The goal: help you approach your CDP submission without stress, with a structured, realistic, and transparent approach aligned with your actual practices.
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