ESG, Carbon and Sustainability Consultancy

Approach & Background

Organisations today face increasing expectations around sustainability, carbon reporting, and responsible business practices. Many teams already have fragmented data, limited internal resources, or evolving regulatory requirements to manage. My work focuses on supporting organisations in navigating these areas with clarity and structure. The aim is to provide ESG consultancy, carbon accounting, life cycle assessment and sustainability services that are both practical and aligned with recognised standards. More details on these services can be found on the Services page.

ESG work often begins with understanding what matters most to the organisation and its stakeholders. This includes identifying material ESG topics, developing governance structures, setting appropriate key performance indicators and establishing simple processes to track information over time. I support organisations in creating ESG frameworks that reflect their size, operations and reporting obligations. This includes aligning activities with GRI Standards, ESRS, UK Sustainability Reporting Standards and other recognised international frameworks. More information about my background is available on the About page.

Carbon accounting is another core element of my work. Many organisations need reliable greenhouse gas inventories that cover Scope 1, Scope 2 and the more complex Scope 3 categories. I help teams develop carbon baselines, build data collection systems, select emission factors and document assumptions clearly. The goal is to create a baseline that is repeatable, verifiable and aligned with GHG Protocol requirements. For organisations preparing for SBTi submissions, I assist with the data, structure and analysis needed to support near-term or long-term target setting.

Life cycle assessment and Whole Life Carbon analysis are also important tools for understanding environmental impacts. LCA helps teams identify materials, processes or stages of a product or project that contribute most to emissions or resource use. I carry out ISO-aligned LCA and PAS 2080-compatible carbon management assessments for infrastructure, buildings and engineering projects. These assessments provide insight into carbon hotspots and help project teams explore alternative materials or design options to reduce overall impact.

Reporting is becoming increasingly structured, particularly with the introduction of CSRD and ESRS in Europe and the emerging UK Sustainability Reporting Standards. Many organisations benefit from support in preparing content, selecting disclosures, defining boundaries and presenting information in a clear and consistent manner. I assist in translating technical data into accessible reporting that meets stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements. The emphasis is on clarity and traceability. To discuss reporting needs, please visit the Contact page.

Data management plays a central role in sustainability, and many organisations prefer to move away from spreadsheets to more streamlined systems. I build Power BI dashboards to help teams visualise carbon, energy, waste, water and ESG indicators in one place. Dashboards make it easier for leadership teams to understand performance at a glance and enable staff to update information independently. More information is available under Training options.

Supplier and value chain engagement are also becoming more important as organisations work to understand their Scope 3 emissions. I support teams in developing supplier questionnaires, training materials and engagement plans that help improve data quality over time. This includes working with procurement teams to integrate sustainability considerations into purchasing decisions and exploring opportunities for supplier collaboration.

Training and capacity building are included in many of the engagements I support. Teams often require introductions to ESG concepts, carbon accounting processes or reporting frameworks. I provide structured sessions that explain requirements in a practical and accessible way, helping staff build confidence in managing their responsibilities. More details are available on the Training page.

My approach is collaborative and proportionate. Not every organisation needs complex systems or extensive reporting, and not all improvements require major investments. I aim to understand each organisation’s operational context, data maturity and constraints before recommending next steps. This ensures that sustainability activities remain manageable and deliver long-term value.

Overall, the services I provide support organisations in building reliable foundations for sustainability and carbon management. Whether the focus is ESG governance, carbon baselines, life cycle assessment, reporting alignment, data visualisation or capability building, the objective is to create systems that organisations can maintain and improve with confidence. Please review the Privacy Policy and Terms for more details on how services are delivered.