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Highlights - Global retail sustainability trends 2026

19 February 2026 | Soline Duriez, Rachel Sibson, Michaela Jay, Toby Pickard, Jarred Neubronner, Oliver Butterworth, Michela Pearson

Discover a summary of the top global sustainability trends shaping retail in 2026, including key drivers, technology's role and collaboration.

This highlights summary distils the key sustainability trends, macro trends and emerging developments reshaping the global retail environment in 2026. It spotlights the change drivers influencing food trends, shopper expectations and the evolving regulatory landscape, offering clear, actionable insights for retailers and suppliers. Explore how technology, big‑impact initiatives and collaboration are accelerating progress across the industry. Download the free summary below and unlock the essential business insights shaping the future of sustainable retail.

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