What is Competitor Benchmarking
Competitor Benchmarking provides a clear view of how your organisation compares to industry peers in ESG performance. By analysing ~15 competitors, &BLOOM identifies strengths, gaps, and opportunities to differentiate and strengthen your sustainability strategy.
Why this matters
Stakeholders and investors increasingly evaluate ESG performance relative to industry benchmarks.
Benchmarking:
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Provides insights into competitors’ ESG initiatives and performance.
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Identifies gaps and opportunities for strategic improvement.
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Informs positioning and differentiation in the market.
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Supports ESG reporting and investor communications with context and credibility.
What you get
✓ Benchmarking of ~15 competitors across governance, environmental, and social metrics.
✓ One-page summaries for each competitor, highlighting key ESG initiatives.
✓ Comparison of your ESG performance versus peers, identifying gaps and opportunities.
✓ Actionable recommendations to improve ESG strategy and positioning.
✓ Strategic positioning plan to communicate differentiation and leadership.
Who is this for
Organisations seeking to enhance ESG strategy and competitive positioning, particularly:
Companies aiming to understand industry standards and trends.
Leadership teams preparing for investor engagement.
Organisations planning to differentiate in ESG performance.
Businesses integrating ESG insights into broader strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many competitors can you benchmark?
As many as you would like, but we typically recommend ~15 competitors to strengthen positioning.
Do you include qualitative insights?
Yes. Reports combine metrics and qualitative analysis of ESG initiatives.
Can benchmarking inform sustainability reporting and strategy?
Absolutely. Insights help contextualise your performance and demonstrate leadership.