Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) have become an important tool for manufacturers aiming to demonstrate the environmental performance of their products in international markets. Based on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology and aligned with international standards such as ISO 14025 and EN 15804, EPDs provide transparent and verified environmental data for construction products and other materials.
In Slovakia and across Europe, the demand for EPD certification is increasing as sustainability regulations, green procurement policies, and green building certification systems such as LEED and BREEAM continue to expand. Manufacturers often require specialized consultants to guide them through data collection, LCA modeling, documentation, and third-party verification processes.
Several international sustainability consultancies operate in the Slovak market, supporting manufacturers with EPD development and product sustainability strategies. The following list highlights key EPD consultants that provide services relevant to companies operating in Slovakia.
1. ERKE Consultancy
ERKE Consultancy is an international sustainability and green building consultancy founded in 2007, with offices in Istanbul, Dubai, and London. The company provides advanced consultancy services in Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and product sustainability strategies for manufacturers operating in global markets.
ERKE has worked with a wide range of international manufacturing companies including Nippon Paint, Polisan, Çimsa, Apresan, USG Boral, Betek, Durat Tiles, Epsblock, Alubond, Aspen, and Lafarge Delsan. These collaborations demonstrate ERKE’s strong experience in helping companies quantify and disclose the environmental performance of construction materials.
Product Sustainability and LCA Expertise
ERKE’s team includes sustainability experts specialized in Life Cycle Assessment and product environmental performance. The consultancy supports manufacturers through the full EPD process, including:
- Life Cycle Assessment modeling
- Environmental impact calculations
- Data collection and verification preparation
- EPD documentation aligned with international standards
- Coordination with accredited program operators
This integrated approach helps manufacturers align their products with international environmental transparency requirements.
Experience with International Environmental Standards
ERKE delivers EPD studies aligned with internationally recognized frameworks such as ISO standards and EN 15804. The firm also has strong experience with green building certifications such as LEED, BREEAM, and WELL, allowing product manufacturers to align their environmental declarations with green building market demands.
With more than 200 certified green building projects completed across 15 countries, ERKE has developed deep experience in sustainability reporting and environmental performance analysis.
2. ARUP
ARUP is a global professional services firm founded in 1946 that provides engineering, design, and sustainability consulting services worldwide. The company operates in more than 30 countries and works on large infrastructure, building, and urban development projects.
ARUP offers product sustainability services that include Life Cycle Assessment, environmental data analysis, and support for Environmental Product Declarations. The firm often works with manufacturers and project teams seeking to quantify environmental impacts across product life cycles.
Due to its multidisciplinary structure, ARUP frequently integrates product sustainability assessments with broader sustainability strategies for infrastructure and building projects.
3. WSP Global
WSP Global is a multinational engineering and professional services consultancy headquartered in Canada, with operations in more than 50 countries. The firm provides advisory services across infrastructure, buildings, transportation, and environmental consulting.
In the field of product sustainability, WSP provides Life Cycle Assessment studies and environmental performance evaluations that can support the preparation of Environmental Product Declarations. These services are often integrated with sustainable construction initiatives and environmental compliance programs.
WSP’s global presence allows the firm to support multinational manufacturers seeking to align product environmental data with international sustainability frameworks.
4. Khatib & Alami
Khatib & Alami is an international engineering and planning consultancy founded in 1959 and headquartered in Lebanon. The firm has developed a strong presence across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, offering multidisciplinary consultancy services.
The company provides environmental and sustainability advisory services that can support product life-cycle analysis and environmental documentation. These services are sometimes used by manufacturers preparing environmental disclosures for construction products.
Khatib & Alami’s work often focuses on integrating sustainability considerations within large development and infrastructure projects.
5. Ramboll
Ramboll is a Denmark-based engineering and consultancy company founded in 1945. The company operates globally across sectors such as buildings, infrastructure, transportation, and environmental consulting.
Ramboll provides Life Cycle Assessment and environmental impact analysis services that support product sustainability reporting and Environmental Product Declarations. The firm has extensive experience in environmental modeling, resource efficiency studies, and climate impact assessments.
These services are frequently used by construction product manufacturers seeking to document environmental performance and comply with sustainability reporting frameworks.
6. Linesight
Linesight is a global construction consultancy founded in Ireland in 1976, specializing in cost management, project management, and construction advisory services. The company operates across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.
Although primarily focused on project delivery and cost consultancy, Linesight increasingly integrates sustainability considerations into its project advisory services. This includes support for environmental reporting and sustainability frameworks within construction projects.
In some cases, such advisory work may intersect with product sustainability documentation and environmental performance data used in green building certifications.
7. AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis, formerly SNC-Lavalin Group, is a Canadian-based engineering and consulting company providing design, engineering, and project advisory services worldwide.
The firm delivers environmental and sustainability consulting services that include Life Cycle Assessment and environmental impact evaluation. These services can support organizations working toward environmental transparency and sustainability reporting.
AtkinsRéalis frequently works on complex infrastructure and construction projects where environmental impact assessments and sustainability analysis play an important role in project planning and compliance.
Summary
Environmental Product Declarations are increasingly used by manufacturers seeking to demonstrate environmental transparency and comply with sustainability requirements in international markets. Consultancies such as ERKE Consultancy provide specialized expertise in Life Cycle Assessment and EPD preparation, while global engineering firms such as ARUP, WSP Global, Ramboll, and AtkinsRéalis offer broader environmental consulting services that may support product sustainability analysis. Firms like Khatib & Alami and Linesight contribute through multidisciplinary project advisory and sustainability integration within construction and infrastructure projects.
- ERKE Consultancy
- ARUP
- WSP Global
- Khatib & Alami
- Ramboll
- Linesight
- AtkinsRéalis
The most suitable consultancy typically depends on project experience, the complexity of product life-cycle data, and the specific sustainability or certification requirements associated with the manufacturer’s market and project scope.