EcoOnline Sustainability Software (formerly Ecometrica)

EcoOnline Sustainability Software offers a range of easy-to-use tools that help companies measure, report, and keep track of their environmental impact. Their platform makes it simple for organizations to see where they stand with sustainability and what they can do to improve. Whether it’s calculating carbon emissions, creating reports for regulations, or monitoring environmental changes in real time, EcoOnline Sustainability Software gives companies the tools and data they need to make informed, positive changes for the planet.

Solutions

Measurement

"Since 2008 our software has enabled the world’s largest businesses to accurately and transparently calculate their climate impact, ensuring compliance with the latest legislation."
Source: ecometrica.com

EcoOnline's Measuring tools help companies collect accurate data on things like greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, energy use, waste, and water consumption. These tools make sure the data aligns with global standards, like the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (a guideline for tracking emissions), so companies have a reliable starting point to measure their progress. Here’s how it works: every time energy is used—like electricity to power a factory or fuel for a company vehicle—it produces GHG emissions. To figure out the amount of emissions, EcoOnline Sustainability Software uses something called emission factors. These factors are like conversion rates that turn units of energy (like kilowatts) into the amount of GHGs they release. They take into account where and when the energy is used, and even the type of energy source, as these details affect the emissions produced.

EcoOnline's platform is equipped with a huge database of over 150,000 emission factors, which makes it one of the most comprehensive resources for tracking emissions. This database is updated regularly—hour by hour—to ensure that companies are working with the most accurate data available. This level of detail helps businesses get a clear and precise picture of their carbon footprint, allowing them to track emissions in real time and understand their environmental impact.

Source: Ecometrica

Reporting

"As mandatory greenhouse gas reporting becomes increasingly ubiquitous, using Ecometrica (EcoOnline Sustainability Software) to report to the compliance frameworks enables you to comply with confidence."
Source: ecometrica.com

EcoOnline’s Reporting solution makes it easy for companies to share their environmental data like GHG emissions or electricity use in a way that meets international standards (such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol) and is understandable to all stakeholders. Reporting can be a complex task, especially with the growing number of regulations and expectations for transparency.

One of the standout features of EcoOnline’s reporting tools is the ability to create tailored reports for different audiences. For example, you might need a detailed emissions report for regulators or investors, while internal teams might only need a summary. EcoOnline Sustainability Software allows users to customize reports, so everyone gets the information they need in the format they understand best.

EcoOnline Sustainability Software also offers automated data validation and error-checking, which means the software helps ensure that the numbers are accurate before they go into a report. This feature reduces the risk of mistakes and makes the reporting process more reliable. With the software’s flexibility, companies can generate reports that include everything from carbon footprints to compliance with specific environmental regulations.

Source: Ecometrica

Monitoring

"Our on the ground and satellite monitoring service monitors your supply chains for deforestation covering all key commodity crops to ensure compliance."
Source: ecometrica.com

EcoOnline’s Monitoring solution allows companies to track and keep an eye on environmental risks that could affect their business and supply chain over time. This solution is especially useful for understanding and managing risks related to climate change, deforestation, water scarcity, and biodiversity loss. By continuously monitoring these risks, companies can make smarter, more proactive decisions to protect their operations and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

EcoOnline’s platform brings together different types of environmental data to give a complete picture of what’s happening in a company’s supply chain. They offer a set of tools that focus on monitoring specific environmental risks within a company’s supply chain:

Environmental Risk Profiler

This tool provides a big-picture look at potential environmental risks. It identifies areas in a company’s supply chain that might face deforestation, water shortages, or have important biodiversity (variety of plants and animals). This helps companies spot where they could face challenges and make decisions to reduce those risks.

Forest Due-Diligence

"Ecometrica’s (EcoOnline Sustainability Software) Forest Due Diligence product monitors global supply chains, covering 100,000s of farms and other supply areas to flag potential linkages to deforestation. It helps companies to comply with deforestation legislation such as the EUDR and UK Environment Act."
Source: ecometrica.com

Forest due diligence is all about making sure that products we buy and sell aren’t contributing to deforestation – the clearing of forests for agriculture or development, which is a major driver of climate change. Certain crops and products, known as "forest risk commodities," are closely tied to deforestation because forests are often cleared to grow them.

If your business works with forest risk commodities like palm oil, soy, cocoa, coffee, or rubber, EcoOnline Sustainability Software can help you stay compliant with key regulations including the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and the UK Environment Act. To comply with these regulations, companies will have to set up due diligence systems across their supply chains. This might sound complex, but EcoOnline's software makes it easier to trace where these materials come from, ensure they meet legal requirements, and confirm they’re not linked to deforestation. It’s a simple way to handle due diligence and protect your business while meeting environmental policies & regulations.

Water Risk Profiler

The Water Risk Profiler focuses on water-related risks. It helps companies understand the current water availability in different regions and predicts future water risks, using data about rainfall and population growth. With this tool, companies can quickly respond to any changes in water conditions and manage relationships with suppliers in areas that might face water scarcity.

Climate Risk Profiler

The Climate Risk Profiler gives companies insights into various climate-related risks, like floods, wildfires, rising sea levels, and other extreme weather events. It uses global climate data to predict how these risks might affect different parts of a company’s supply chain. This tool makes it easier for companies to prepare for physical risks from climate change by providing clear, actionable information.

Case Studies

National Express

National Express, a major public transportation provider in the UK, wanted a better way to track its environmental impact, especially its greenhouse gas emissions. They operate a large fleet of buses, coaches, and trains, so collecting data on emissions across all these vehicles was challenging. EcoOnline Sustainability Software helped them automate much of this data collection and reporting, so they could easily monitor emissions from their operations. National Express achieved a remarkable 26-point improvement in their CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) score within just one year, thanks to EcoOnline Sustainability Software.

Source: Ecometrica

ITV

ITV, one of the UK’s biggest broadcasters, has been using Ecometrica's (now EcoOnline Sustainability Software) environmental data platform since January 2021 to track and manage its global environmental data. The platform helps ITV collect data related to emissions from direct activities like Scope 1 and 2, as well as indirect emissions from energy use, travel, and waste. One key feature is that ITV can update past data (primarily environmental data such as energy usage, emissions, waste management etc.) in Q3 (third quarter of the fiscal year) to ensure accuracy. During this time, they reopen the data entry process to update any estimates with actual, verified figures. It means all their data is reviewed, corrected, and confirmed as accurate before they lock it in for official reporting. One key report is the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR), which mandates UK-quoted companies (companies, whose shares are listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) or another recognised stock exchange in the UK) to disclose their annual greenhouse gas emissions and energy usage by the end of Q3. Additionally, ITV reports data quarterly to several high-level boards, including the Climate Action Delivery Board, to keep sustainability at the forefront of decision-making.

Source: Ecometrica

Additional source: itvplc.com

Pearson

Pearson, a global education company, partnered with then Ecometrica (now EcoOnline Sustainability Software) to handle its carbon footprint data from around the world. Since they operate in multiple countries, Pearson needed a single platform to collect and manage environmental data across different offices. EcoOnline Sustainability Software allowed Pearson to gather and organize data consistently across their global operations. Pearson uses EcoOnline's platform to handle the full scope of emissions tracking and reporting, from Scope 1 to Scope 3 emissions. Pearson has improved the accuracy of their sustainability reporting since implementing the EcoOnline Sustainability Software.

Source: Ecometrica

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Freshfields, a large law firm with offices around the world, benefits from EcoOnline’s user-friendly platform, praised by Oliver Dudok van Heel, their Head of Client Sustainability and Environment, for its simplicity and helpful support team. The platform is flexible, adjusting to Freshfields' specific reporting needs, making it easier for the firm to track and report their sustainability progress. This adaptability is crucial for meeting various reporting standards and aligning with Freshfields' commitment to sustainability.

Source: Ecometrica

Acquisition of Ecometrica by EcoOnline Global

As of July 2023, EcoOnline, a global provider of EHS (Environmental Health and Safety) and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) software, acquired Ecometrica, a well-known sustainability software company. This partnership has made EcoOnline’s platform even stronger, adding tools to help businesses track carbon emissions, manage climate risks, and meet environmental and ESG regulations. By combining forces, EcoOnline and Ecometrica are making it easier for companies in Europe, the UK, and North America to reduce their environmental impact and stay on top of new sustainability requirements.

Source: EcoOnline

Pricing

Pricing for their platforms varies based on factors such as the organization's size, specific requirements, and the number of users. Some sources indicate that the starting price is £2,425 per year. However, this figure can fluctuate depending on the features needed, support or training required, and customization requests.

To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, it would be best to contact EcoOnline directly for a custom quote based on your specific business needs and requirements.

Closing Insights

To wrap it up, EcoOnline Sustainability Software is a great tool for companies that want to really understand and improve their environmental impact. It brings everything together—measuring, reporting, and tracking—in one easy-to-use platform. This means you can get a clear picture of your carbon footprint, stay on top of environmental standards, and make better decisions for the future. For any business looking to get serious about sustainability, EcoOnline Sustainability Software would be a great choice to consider.