CDP Reporting Timeline 2026
Complete CDP reporting timeline and deadlines for 2026. From registration in January to scoring in December - plan your CDP disclosure journey with key dates and milestones.
Updated for 2026 cycle · July 31st deadline
Jan 2026
Registration Opens
Jul 31
Submission Deadline
Dec 2026
Scores Published
Complete CDP reporting timeline
January 2026
4 weeks
Registration & Invitations
CDP platform opens for new registrations. Companies receive investor and supply chain invitations.
Key Tasks
- Register on CDP platform
- Confirm reporting programmes (Climate, Water, Forests)
- Set up user access and permissions
- Review previous year changes and guidance
February 2026
4 weeks
Planning & Preparation
Establish data collection framework and internal project teams.
Key Tasks
- Form internal CDP project team
- Map data collection requirements
- Identify key stakeholders and data owners
- Plan consultant engagement if required
March - April 2026
8 weeks
Data Collection
Intensive data gathering period for emissions, governance, targets and risk assessments.
Key Tasks
- Collect Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions data
- Gather governance and management information
- Document climate-related risks and opportunities
- Compile target-setting and progress data
May - June 2026
8 weeks
Questionnaire Completion
Complete CDP questionnaires with detailed responses and supporting evidence.
Key Tasks
- Complete relevant CDP questionnaire sections
- Provide detailed narrative responses
- Upload supporting documentation
- Internal review and quality assurance
July 2026
4 weeks
Final Review & Submission
Final review, approval and submission before July 31st deadline.
Key Tasks
- Executive review and sign-off
- Final data verification
- Submit responses via CDP platform
- Confirmation of successful submission
August - November 2026
16 weeks
CDP Scoring Process
CDP scoring partners review submissions and assign scores.
Key Tasks
- CDP scoring methodology applied
- Independent verification checks
- Benchmarking against sector peers
- Quality assurance of scoring process
December 2026
4 weeks
Results & Publication
CDP scores published and feedback reports delivered to companies.
Key Tasks
- Receive CDP score and detailed feedback
- Access benchmarking and sector analysis
- Review areas for improvement
- Plan next year's reporting strategy
Critical CDP Deadlines 2026
Final Submission
July 31, 2026 23:59 UTC
Recommended Internal Deadline
July 25, 2026
Scores Published
December 2026