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The Role of Sustainability Consultants in Advancing Green Business

Tech and Innovation

The Strategic Role of Sustainability Consultants in the Green Business Era

A Deloitte Global report in 2024 notes that more than 70 percent of large companies in Southeast Asia have already incorporated sustainability targets into their business strategies. However, only a portion truly understands how to achieve these targets in a measurable and impactful way. This is where sustainability consultants play a role, helping companies navigate the green transition holistically and avoid the risk of sustainability being reduced to mere image building.

What Is a Sustainability Consultant?

A sustainability consultant is a strategic partner who helps companies design, implement, and monitor sustainability strategies. Their role connects business objectives with environmental, social, and governance responsibilities (ESG).

The services they typically provide include carbon emission calculations, environmental impact analysis, preparation of sustainability reports in accordance with global standards such as Global Reporting Initiative or Task Force on Climate related Financial Disclosures, and the development of decarbonization roadmaps aligned with the company’s vision.

Amid increasing environmental regulations and growing consumer awareness of product carbon footprints, the presence of sustainability consultants is no longer optional.

Why Companies Need Sustainability Consultants

Running a sustainable business requires more than good intentions. Companies need data driven guidance and measurable strategies. Below are the reasons why sustainability consultants are key to green transformation:

1. Helping navigate complex regulations

Regulations such as SFDR or the OJK Green Taxonomy guidelines are often difficult to interpret. Consultants help companies implement them correctly and in line with legal and global standards.

2. Measuring and reducing carbon emissions

They assist in calculating Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions using the GHG Protocol methodology, then develop reduction strategies through energy efficiency, transition to renewable energy, or carbon compensation.

3. Enhancing reputation and investment value

Investors now consider ESG performance as a major decision factor. Clear sustainability strategies and credible reporting can increase trust and investment attractiveness.

4. Driving efficiency and innovation

The adoption of green practices often opens opportunities for cost efficiency in energy, materials, and operations without reducing productivity.

Real World Impact in Business

Many companies in Indonesia have started working with sustainability consultants to develop ESG roadmaps and conduct carbon accounting.

Platforms such as CarbonIQ by Jejakin help companies calculate and report carbon emissions accurately, follow international standards, and identify emission reduction opportunities.

Meanwhile, for individuals who want to calculate the carbon footprint of personal activities, Jejakin provides an Event Carbon Calculator through event.jejakin.app. For event organizers or organizations requiring official emission calculations, such as Green MICE based events, Jejakin can conduct the calculations and provide complete emission reports through our expert team.

Technology and consultative expertise have now become an important combination in accelerating the transition toward green business..

Strategic Steps Toward Sustainable Business

Sustainability consultants typically guide companies through several key stages:

1. Initial Assessment

Identifying risks, opportunities, and the company’s current sustainability condition.

2. Materiality Analysis

Determining the most relevant and impactful sustainability issues for the company and its stakeholders.

3. Target Setting

Establishing science based targets such as Science Based Targets to ensure clear direction.

4. Implementation Plan

Developing action strategies, ranging from energy efficiency to renewable energy integration.

5. Monitoring and Reporting

Measuring progress and presenting reports in accordance with standards such as GRI or Integrated Reporting Framework.

This approach helps ensure that every step is grounded in scientific principles and delivers measurable impact.

Conclusion

Sustainability is no longer a slogan but a new direction for the business world. Companies willing to transform today will have stronger, more efficient, and more resilient foundations in the future.

With the support of Jejakin’s sustainability expert team, your company can begin its journey toward greener business practices in a measurable, strategic, and impactful way.

For consultation and carbon footprint calculation needs, you can contact Jejakin at office@jejakin.com.

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