Sustainability consulting

Practical strategies. Measurable impact. Circular outcomes_

Practical strategies. Measurable impact. Circular outcomes.

Sustainability can no longer be seen as a standalone; it needs to be a business priority.

At Reconomy, our sustainability consulting services, delivered through our specialist brands, help organisations turn ambition into action. We combine data, technology, and expert insight to help you measure your impact, reduce emissions, and build more circular, resource-efficient operations.

From carbon footprinting and Scope 3 emissions to lifecycle assessments and net zero strategy, we make sustainability practical, measurable, and commercially effective.

Our sustainability consulting services

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Carbon footprinting services

Understanding your carbon footprint is the foundation of any effective sustainability strategy.

We help you measure and analyse greenhouse gas emissions across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3, using robust methodologies aligned with recognised frameworks such as the GHG Protocol. Our approach ensures your data is accurate, auditable, and suitable for both internal decision-making and external reporting.

We don’t just provide numbers, we translate data into insight, helping you identify emissions hotspots, prioritise reduction opportunities, and build a clear pathway forward.

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Scope 3 emissions consulting

Scope 3 emissions are often the largest and most complex part of your carbon footprint, but also the most critical to address.

We help you identify relevant categories, collect and validate supplier data, and develop accurate emissions calculations across your value chain. Our team works with you to overcome data challenges and build a structured, repeatable approach to Scope 3 reporting.

Beyond measurement, we help you take action, identifying practical opportunities to reduce emissions across procurement, logistics, product design, and end-of-life processes.

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Lifecycle assessment consulting

Lifecycle assessments provide a complete, end-to-end view of the environmental impact of your products, services, or operations.

We assess each stage of the lifecycle, from raw material extraction and production through to distribution, use, and disposal. This enables you to identify where the greatest environmental impacts occur and where targeted improvements can deliver the most value.

Our insights support better product design, improved resource efficiency, and stronger sustainability claims backed by credible data.

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Environmental product declarations (EPDs) consulting

Environmental Product Declarations are becoming increasingly important for demonstrating transparency, meeting regulatory requirements, and supporting procurement decisions.

We support you in developing verified EPDs that communicate the environmental impact of your products in a clear and standardised way. Our process includes data collection, lifecycle assessment alignment, and documentation to meet relevant standards.

This helps you build trust with customers, meet market expectations, and differentiate your products in competitive sectors.

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Net zero strategy consulting

Setting a net-zero target is only the beginning; achieving it requires a clear, structured, and achievable strategy.

Through our specialist brands, we help you define science-aligned targets, establish realistic timelines, and develop detailed roadmaps that outline how emissions will be reduced over time. Our approach ensures your strategy is grounded in operational reality while aligned with global frameworks and expectations.

We also support governance, reporting, and ongoing tracking to ensure your progress remains on course.

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Decarbonisation consulting

Decarbonisation is where strategy becomes action.

We work with you to identify and prioritise emissions reduction initiatives across your operations and supply chain, focusing on solutions that deliver both environmental impact and commercial value. This may include improvements in energy efficiency, supply chain optimisation, material changes, and process innovation.

We aim to help you cut emissions practically, at scale, and in line with your business strategy.

What is sustainability consulting_

What is sustainability consulting?

Sustainability consulting is a professional service that helps organisations measure, manage, and reduce their environmental impact while improving operational efficiency and meeting regulatory, investor, and customer expectations.

It typically includes:

  • Carbon footprint measurement across Scope 1, 2, and 3
  • Emissions reduction and decarbonisation strategies
  • Lifecycle assessments and product impact analysis
  • Net zero target setting and delivery planning
  • Sustainability reporting and compliance support

Sustainability consulting enables businesses to turn environmental responsibility into measurable business value.

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Sustainability in action

Helping you reduce Scope 3 emissions

We help businesses measure, manage, and reduce Scope 3 emissions across complex supply chains.

By mapping emissions data and identifying key hotspots, we provide the insight needed to prioritise action and drive meaningful reductions.

Through our data-led approach and specialist expertise, we support the development of targeted strategies that improve visibility, strengthen reporting, and deliver measurable progress towards net zero.

Reducing Scope 3 emissions

Developing a net-zero strategy

We help businesses develop clear, achievable net-zero strategies that align with their operations, supply chains, and long-term goals.

By combining emissions data, regulatory insight, and sector expertise, our team creates structured roadmaps that define priorities, set targets, and identify the most effective pathways to reduce your business’s carbon.

By using our data-led approach and specialist team, we ensure your strategy is practical, measurable, and aligned with evolving frameworks, like CBAM, enabling you to move from ambition to action with confidence.

Developing a net-zero strategy

Improving product impact through lifecycle assessment

We help businesses improve the environmental impact of their products by identifying opportunities to reduce emissions, optimise materials, and enhance circularity.

By analysing product lifecycles and supply chain data, we provide the insight needed to make informed design and sourcing decisions that reduce environmental impact.

Through our specialist brands, we support the development of more sustainable products that improve performance, strengthen reporting, and align with regulatory and consumer expectations.

Improving product impact

Why choose Reconomy

We don’t just help you comply, we help you think circular, reduce waste and unlock the full value of your resources

150+ countries

We support 150+ countries through our global compliance network

40+ PROs

Over 40 Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs) coordinated worldwide

60m

60 million+ data points managed acros packaging, products and materials.

Why sustainability consulting matters

Why sustainability consulting matters

Sustainability consulting helps businesses turn ambition into action, providing the clarity, structure, and insight needed to drive meaningful progress.

As expectations continue to grow, organisations need a clear understanding of their environmental impact and a practical pathway to improve it. With the right approach, sustainability becomes a driver of efficiency, resilience, and long-term value.

Through expert guidance and data-led insight, businesses can:

  • Gain visibility of emissions across operations and supply chains
  • Build accurate, reliable data to support reporting and decision-making
  • Define clear, achievable pathways to net zero and emissions reduction

Align sustainability goals with commercial performance and growth

The benefits of Reconomy’s structured approach

The benefits of Reconomy’s structured approach

With the right strategy and support, sustainability becomes a source of value, not just a requirement.

Benefits include:

  • Clear visibility of environmental impact
  • Data-driven decision-making
  • Reduced emissions and operational costs
  • Stronger ESG performance and reporting

Improved resilience and long-term competitiveness

Download our 2024 Sustainability Report

Ready to see real impact in action? Download our 2024 Sustainability Report to discover how Reconomy is accelerating the transition to a circular, net-zero future, one ambitious milestone at a time. Dive into the details, explore our progress, and be inspired to join us on the journey toward lasting change.

Sustainability consulting for your industry

Sustainability consulting for your industry

We support organisations across a wide range of sectors, including:

  • Manufacturing, improving efficiency and reducing production emissions
  • Retail and eCommerce, addressing supply chain and Scope 3 emissions
  • Consumer goods, enhancing product sustainability and lifecycle performance
  • Logistics and supply chain, optimising transport and distribution emissions

Construction, supporting material impact and carbon reduction strategies

Who we do it for

FAQs

A sustainability consultant helps organisations measure environmental impact, identify improvement opportunities, and implement strategies to reduce emissions and improve efficiency.

Carbon footprinting measures total emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3, while Scope 3 focuses specifically on indirect emissions across the value chain, often the largest portion.

Typically between 8 to 16 weeks depending on data availability, organisational complexity, and scope of operations.

Yes, many organisations combine internal teams with external consultants to access specialist expertise and accelerate progress.

Industries with complex supply chains or high emissions, such as manufacturing, retail, logistics, and construction, benefit the most.

By improving resource efficiency, reducing energy use, optimising supply chains, and identifying cost-saving opportunities linked to emissions reduction.

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