Signatory Companies Show Progress in Annual Due Diligence Assessment

The results show that companies of the Agreement have progressed in embedding responsible business conduct into their policies, systematically identifying and managing risks, and improving transparency across both the wind and solar energy sectors.

The solar sector recorded the most significant improvement, with an overall increase of 19 percentage points since the baseline year, driven by the establishment of stronger due diligence systems and clearer policies. The wind sector, starting from a more advanced level, continued to make steady progress, particularly in communication and reporting practices. Companies emphasized that participation in the IRBC Agreement—through shared learning, practical tools, and collective initiatives—has contributed to driving these improvements and preparing them for upcoming sustainability legislation.

Despite this progress, challenges remain. Companies continue to face difficulties in providing or cooperating in remediation, ensuring meaningful stakeholder engagement, and developing effective methods for tracking impacts across complex global value chains. The Secretariat and partners of the Agreement will focus their 2026 support on addressing these areas through targeted sessions, sector-wide projects, and guidance on best practices. The next annual assessment, scheduled for early 2026, will monitor implementation of company action plans and measure continued progress.

For a detailed overview of the assessment process, sector-specific results, and key findings, please see the factsheet.