ESG Program Advisory
Expert guidance on establishing and managing corporate ESG programs, enabling you to effectively communicate your ESG efforts and impacts with stakeholders and improve your ESG ratings.
Streamline ESG Reporting and Improve Your Ratings
Improve your sustainability reporting capabilities through comprehensive program advisory offerings. Produce high-quality sustainability reports and improve performance across ESG rating platforms. We support reporting to all frameworks, including GRI, ISSB/IFRS, CDP, ESRS, and more, while helping you boost scores with rating providers like CDP, EcoVadis, ISS, MSCI, Sustainalytics, Bloomberg ESG, or S&P Global.
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Turn ESG Strategy into Business Value
SCS Consulting Services delivers:
- ESG baselines for energy, greenhouse gas (GHG), water, and waste footprints
- Scope 1–3 inventories and environmental footprint baselines
- Benchmarking against peers, rating systems, and tailored reporting strategies
- Support for data collection, documentation, and stakeholder engagement
- Submission-ready content aligned with rating methodologies and assurance needs
- Elevated climate impact with a Total Climate Footprint™
- Strategy development and reporting support for GRI, SASB/IFRS, CDP, and more
- Score improvement guidance for ESG rating providers like CDP, EcoVadis, ISS, MSCI, Bloomberg, Systainalytics, and S&P Global
- A strategic ESG roadmap to enhance sustainable business practices and improve future reporting disclosures
The SCS Consulting Services Advantage
In working with a diverse mix of SMEs and Fortune 1000 companies, SCS Consulting Services has built a reputation on credibility, transparency, and results. SCS Consulting Services has helped clients across industries navigate ESG complexities and deliver investor-grade reporting. Our consultants are trusted advisors who understand both the science and strategy to improve ESG performance.
Start Building Your ESG Program Today
Ready to elevate your ESG strategy and reporting? Schedule a free consultation with SCS Consulting Services to get expert guidance tailored to your business goals.
FAQS
- What is ESG program advisory consulting, and how does it work?
The ESG program advisory services support our clients when and where they need help along their sustainability journey. A major value add SCS Consulting Services brings with this service offering is to provide sustainability reporting and rating improvements, where we help organizations streamline their ESG reporting and improve performance with rating agencies and sustainability rating platforms. Services can include:
- ESG benchmarking against peers and competitors
- Preliminary scoring assessments and gap analysis
- Strategy development for improving ESG scores on platforms like ISS, MSCI, Bloomberg ESG, S&P Global, and EcoVadis
- Data collection, documentation review, and submission support
- Scope 1-3 greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories and environmental footprinting (energy, water, waste)
- Alignment to frameworks like GRI, SASB/IFRS, CDP, and B-Corp
- Development and implementation of policies and procedures for social topics such as human and workers’ rights (e.g., anti-slavery, anti-human trafficking, and labor laws)
SCS Consulting Services manages the behind-the-scenes work so clients can focus on advancing their sustainability goals.
- Who can benefit from SCS Consulting Services' ESG Program Advisory service, and what industries do you serve?
This service is ideal for:
- Publicly traded organizations preparing or improving ESG disclosures and sustainability ratings
- Teams responsible for corporate sustainability, investor relations, or compliance
We serve all industries — companies in finance, insurance, manufacturing, technology, retail, consumer packaged goods (CPG) — essentially, any company being scored by ESG rating agencies.
- What if we already have someone on our team leading our ESG program strategy?
SCS Consulting Services often partners with ESG personnel and teams at both small and large firms who need additional insights and support to improve investor relations, improve ESG scores, manage ESG reporting, or develop a comprehensive corporate sustainability report. We are happy to provide samples of the sustainability reports we’ve created, so you can see the type of support we provide.
- What results can I expect from a reporting and ratings consultation?
Clients can expect:
- Stronger ESG scores and rankings
- Streamlined and credible sustainability reporting
- Enhanced stakeholder trust and investor confidence
- Clear insights into areas for improvement and strategic focus
- How long does ESG program advisory take?
Timelines vary based on company size, ESG maturity, and the specific needs of your company to improve ESG performance. SCS Consulting Services is agile to adjust to your needs, while providing a structured process:
- Baseline data collection
- Leadership workshops
- Strategy development
- Infrastructure design
- Reporting and score improvement
- Sustainability report creation
Most engagements span several weeks to a few months depending on scope.
- What makes your ESG program advisory consults different from others?
SCS Consulting Services stands out due to:
- Four decades of sustainability leadership with deep insights into both industries and global markets
- Expertise in all major ESG/sustainability reporting platforms, standards and frameworks, including CDP, EcoVadis, CSRD/ESRS, GRI, ISSB/IFRS, TCFD, TFND, and more
- Nimble, personalized service compared to larger consulting firms
- Integration of consulting, verification, and management systems
We offer both strategic insight and operational execution.
- How does SCS Consulting Services handle data security and compliance during ESG consulting or reporting and rating consultation?
SCS Consulting Services is certified under ISO 27001: 2022, “Information Security Management Systems,” and we ensure:
- Secure handling of ESG and operational data
- Alignment with international standards and regulatory frameworks
- Preparation for third-party assurance
Our services meet global standards for credibility and transparency.
- What types of support could be included in ESG program advisory services?
Support includes:
- ESG strategy and framework development
- Data infrastructure design
- Reporting to systems like GRI, ISSB, and CDP
- ESG score improvement guidance
- Executive coaching and stakeholder engagement
SCS Consulting Services also offers internal management system development and audit program design.
- What is the typical pricing for ESG program advisory services?
Pricing depends on:
- Scope of ESG services
- Company size and complexity
- Reporting scope
- Depth of advisory and verification support
You can request a custom quote by scheduling a free consultation to determine the best package.
- Can I see a demo or trial the product?
While SCS Consulting Services can’t share internal reports and analyses, we can provide references and examples of clients' sustainability reports that are public. We offer consultations that walk through the reporting and rating process, including sample reports, scoring frameworks, and improvement strategies.
- How do I get started?
Schedule a free consultation, and our team will follow up to discuss an ESG strategy that fits your organization’s needs.