Karta Consulting collaborates with a diverse range of clients across various sectors to drive meaningful and measurable impact. From transforming finance practices to decarbonising industries and fostering circular economies, our projects showcase the power of sustainable strategies in action.
Karta Consulting advised a regional commercial bank involved in the initiative on integrating ESG principles into their lending practices for SMEs.
The Sustainable Finance Initiative for SMEs in the Nordic Region involves collaboration among the Nordic Investment Bank (NIB), local commercial banks, SMEs, and regional ESG experts. The project aims to support SMEs in transitioning towards more sustainable business practices.
The client sought to integrate environmental criteria into lending decisions and developing tailored environmental assessment tools. Key goals included creating a sustainable finance framework for SMEs, facilitating green and sustainability-linked loans, and providing technical assistance to enhance environmental sustainability understanding and implementation. The project aims to improve the environmental sustainability performance of participating SMEs, contributing to regional sustainability goals.
Leveraging our expertise in ESG strategy development, sustainable finance advisory, and sector-specific solutions, we provided the following services:
Our collaboration significantly increased access to sustainable finance for SMEs in the Nordic region, enabling them to transition to more environmentally friendly and socially responsible business models. The client improved their environmental sustainability risk assessment capabilities, resulting in more informed lending decisions and reduced risk exposure. Participating SMEs demonstrated measurable improvements in their environmental sustainability performance, contributing to regional sustainability goals.
Karta Consulting advised an established Dutch social housing organisation on integrating ESG finance principles into its decarbonisation strategy in alignment with recent EU regulations.
The ESG Finance and Social Housing Decarbonisation project involved collaboration among Dutch social housing organisations (SHOs), financial institutions, and government agencies. The project aimed to decarbonise social housing in alignment with the EU Green Taxonomy (Regulation 2020/852), improving transparency and accountability in green investments. Addressing the estimated €116 billion cost of meeting the Dutch government’s 2035 energy efficiency targets, this initiative showcased the application of ESG finance principles to tackle environmental and social challenges in housing.
Karta Consulting was approached by a Dutch SHO aiming to implement ESG criteria into financing strategies. Key aspects included securing investments for energy efficiency improvements, improving transparency, and reducing the risk of greenwashing.
Leveraging our expertise in ESG strategy development and sustainable finance advisory, we provided the following services:
The client successfully integrated environmental sustainability criteria into their financing strategies, aligning with the EU Green Taxonomy and enhancing the sustainability of their investments. The project led to significant improvements in energy efficiency in their social housing, contributing to the Dutch government’s 2035 decarbonisation targets.
Karta Consulting advised a leading German automotive parts manufacturer on enhancing their workplace safety protocols and governance structures.
The automotive industry in Europe is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the shift towards electric vehicles and increasing pressure to improve sustainability practices. This transition presents both challenges and opportunities for automotive suppliers, particularly in terms of workplace safety, labour practices, and corporate governance. The project aimed to position the client as an industry leader in ESG performance, focusing on social and governance aspects.
The client, a mid-sized automotive parts manufacturer based in Bavaria, Germany, sought to address growing concerns about workplace safety in their production facilities and enhance their corporate governance structure to meet evolving ESG standards. Key goals included reducing workplace incidents, improving employee satisfaction and retention, and strengthening board oversight of ESG matters. The project aimed to not only improve the company’s ESG performance but also to enhance its competitiveness in the rapidly changing automotive supply chain.
Leveraging our expertise in ESG strategy development, risk management, and sector-specific solutions, we provided the following services:
Our collaboration significantly improved the client’s workplace safety performance, with a 32% reduction in workplace incidents over 18 months. Employee satisfaction scores increased by 25%, and turnover rates decreased by 17%. The enhanced governance structure and ESG oversight led to improved risk management and decision-making processes. The company’s ESG rating improved substantially, strengthening its position in the automotive supply chain and attracting new business opportunities with major European automakers focused on sustainable sourcing. The project positioned the client as a leader in ESG performance within the German manufacturing sector, contributing to broader industry efforts to improve sustainability and social responsibility.
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