Case Studies
Think tank and consulting projects illustrating our unique approach and impact

  • Coca-Cola

    Value Chain Strategy

    We worked with Coca-Cola to develop a value chain strategy to better assess both business and sustainability value, specifically linking production issues (e.g. supply security) to consumption issues (e.g. nutrition).

    Consultancy

  • Ford

    Strategic Advisory

    Initially retained to help craft Ford’s original sustainability strategy, our brief expanded to include guidance on reporting, advice on Ford positioning on climate change, and support in crafting Ford’s Business Principles.

    Consultancy

  • Shell

    Strategic Advisory

    Initially retained to help with Shell's groundbreaking first sustainability report in 1998, we now have engaged different Shell people and divisions on a range of sustainability issues over more than a decade.

    Consultancy

  • AEP

    Stakeholder Facilitation

    AEP sought input on how to improve its sustainability reporting, programs and performance. We helped transform its approach to engagement and transparency in order to capture insights critical to the future of its business.

    Consultancy

  • HP

    Stakeholder Facilitation

    HP identified the need to establish an ongoing dialogue at the corporate level with sustainability thought leaders, to better understand external perceptions of the issues critical to society and their business.

    Consultancy

  • Tata Power

    Community Engagement Strategy

    Heavy expansion in the Indian utility industry has underscored the need for effective engagement with affected communities. We worked to develop and implement a community engagement framework consistent with the company’s core values.

    Consultancy

  • Wachovia

    Environmental Policy Development

    With NGOs now turning up the pressure on Wachovia, SustainAbility guided the development of Wachovia’s first environmental policies, addressing forest protection and climate change.

    Consultancy