ERM Group

Strategic intent

ERM Group is a global pure-play sustainability consultancy that provides environmental, health, safety, risk, and social consulting services to corporate and government clients.

Key market signals

• 2024-10: Published 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress on internal net-zero targets and expanded client ESG services.
• 2024-07: Acquired Energetics, an Australian climate risk and energy transition consultancy, to expand APAC presence.
• 2024-05: Acquired MarineSpace, a UK-based marine environment consultancy, strengthening offshore wind and marine infrastructure capabilities.

Financial health

• Majority-owned by KKR since 2021, providing significant private equity backing for global expansion and acquisitions (https://www.kkr.com).
• Generates over $1 billion in annual revenue, operating as one of the largest independent sustainability advisory firms globally (https://www.erm.com/globalassets/documents/sustainability-report-2024.pdf).

Impact & compliance

Legal & risks

No major systemic legal, regulatory, or compliance breaches identified in the last 24 months; the firm maintains robust internal governance, evidenced by its updated 2025 Modern Slavery Statement and comprehensive Supplier Code of Business Conduct.

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