The hurdle of LCA for smaller agri-food companies

We know that measuring your environmental footprint can feel like a big, and costly, project. Most standard LCA paths present a few big challenges for SMEs, such as "we don't have the time or a sustainability team", "it's too expensive", "we don't have perfect primary data yet from our suppliers", or "the methodology feels overwhelming". 

The good news? You don't need a dedicated team or a perfect dataset to the take the first step. That is exactly why we built the LCA QuickStart Service.

Why choose LCA QuickStart?

The LCA QuickStart approach bridges the gap between complex science and immediate business action by providing a structured way to kickstart your footprinting journey. 

Affordable & predictable costs

Skip the price tag of a fully customized corporate project. Get a standardized baseline that fits your budget. 

We handle the data gaps

Don't have exact emission numbers from your suppliers? No problem. We help you to fill in the blanks with high-quality industry averages. 

No LCA expertise needed

You don't need to learn complex LCA calculations or software. Our experts guide you through the results in clear language that you can immediately share with your stakeholderes. 

Fast turnaround

Get your baseline numbers in weeks, not months, so you can respond fast to client requests with data-backed confidence. 

How it works

4 simple steps to your footprint

We keep the process simple so you can stay focused on your day-to-day business. We have broken down a traditionally complex scientific method into 4 straightforward steps, resulting in a clear and ready-to-use deliverable.

LCA expertise at your terms

During the process you will get one-on-one access to one of our LCA experts who will walk your team through the “why” and “how” of your results, empowering you to own your sustainability journey.

Data Quickscan

Every project starts with data audit. We assess your internal data to ensure high-quality insights. Based on the results the next steps will be defined. 

Robust Baseline Estimates

We will take your Bill of Materials (BOM) and run it against our global agri-food databases. The result? A scientifcally grounded estimate of your product's footprint that you can actually trust.

Identify your hotspots

We bypass the complexity of full-scale assessments to deliver the essential environmental insights you need to make decisions now. We show the hotspots which drive your footprint.

Hand over the insights

You receive a clear sustainability double-pager to share with your customers, or use for future impact reduction strategies. 

Sustainability experts for the agri-food sector at work

Is the LCA QuickStart right for you?

This service is specifically designed for:

  • Growing agri-food brands preparing to answer questions from their customers.

  • Niche food producers looking to validate and back up their sustainability story with credible data. 

  • Ingredient suppliers needing to provide quick, reliable environmental data to business buyers. 

Ready to get clear numbers?

Every sustainability journey has to start somewhere, and we are here to help you take that first step. You don't need a perfect supply chain to start measuring your impact. Let's talk about your product and see how the LCA QuickStart can give your food brand a competitive edge. 

Just keep in mind that the LCA Quickstart is designed as a fast, streamlined baseline for standard products and straightforward supply chains. If you are dealing with highly complex, multi-layered products or need deeply customized software integrations, a full-scale tailored LCA will be a better fit. Let’s figure out which path makes the most sense for your team.

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Jeroen Straver
Jeroen Straver
Sales Consultant & Business Development

Every sustainability journey has to start somewhere. Let's figure out what your first step looks like. Let’s talk about how the LCA Quickstart can help your team get clear, actionable insights. Get in touch with Jeroen to learn more.