Environment and Sustainability  

Strengthening Competitive Position Through Segmented Waste Management Strategy in Vietnam

We partnered with a regional waste management service provider in Vietnam to conduct a segmented analysis across municipal, medical, industrial, and e-waste categories. Our study evaluated existing disposal methods—landfilling, incineration, and recycling—to uncover systemic inefficiencies in urban waste collection, particularly in densely populated zones. Through regulatory risk mapping, we identified compliance gaps in hazardous medical waste handling. Field data collection across Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang enabled us to detect growing demand for integrated waste processing facilities, while geospatial clustering helped highlight underserved areas ideal for public-private partnership initiatives.

To support the client's expansion goals, we benchmarked the operational models of regional players and reviewed licensing requirements to enhance municipal contract bidding strategies. Our cost-to-serve analytics across service lines provided clarity on profitability levers, informing capital allocation toward high-potential segments such as recycling technology and optimized transport networks. These insights allowed the client to refine its service mix and improve proposal competitiveness ultimately resulting in the successful acquisition of two government tenders aligned with Vietnam’s circular economy goals.

Enhancing Global Procurement Strategy for Ferrous Scrap Recycling

We supported a global metal recycling firm in optimizing its ferrous scrap sourcing strategy by analyzing trade flows and pricing structures across categories such as heavy melting steel, cast iron, old car bodies, and pressing steel. Through end-use demand mapping in sectors like construction, shipbuilding, and automotive manufacturing, we identified volume surges linked to infrastructure stimulus in Asia Pacific and urban redevelopment projects in the Middle East. Leveraging historical trade data and forecast trend models, we uncovered untapped margin potential in low-grade scrap categories that were increasingly adopted in consumer appliance manufacturing.

Our regional policy assessment revealed evolving import restrictions in Southeast Asia, prompting the client to diversify sourcing to mitigate risk. We built a multi-scenario forecast model that factored in raw material substitution rates and projected steel production capacity expansions, which guided the client in recalibrating its procurement approach across Europe and Latin America. These insights enabled the client to secure long-term contracts with steelmakers in India and Turkey while reengineering its sourcing model to maintain supply chain resilience during market disruptions.

Building a Resilient ESG-Compliant Investment Portfolio

We assisted a global investment firm in constructing an ESG-compliant portfolio by profiling mid to large-cap companies across the environmental and sustainability sector. Our evaluation framework encompassed parameters such as carbon emissions intensity, renewable energy integration, water footprint reduction, waste diversion rates, and governance transparency based on GRI and SASB standards.

For each firm, we conducted deep operational assessments that included year-over-year emissions analysis, renewable energy usage share, and implementation of closed-loop waste systems. Using a benchmarking model, we scored performance against industry peers to highlight innovation leaders in emerging technologies such as carbon capture, biodegradable materials, and green hydrogen.

To evaluate long-term risk and policy alignment, we reviewed regulatory disclosures, conducted executive interviews, and assessed compliance with frameworks such as the EU Taxonomy and SEC climate rules. Our research extended to sentiment analysis from stakeholder communications and media coverage to identify public perception and potential reputation risks.

Leveraging this intelligence, we developed a tiered risk-return mapping that guided the client in divesting from underperforming assets and reallocating capital toward sustainability leaders with high growth potential. This enabled a strategic fund restructuring that aligned with evolving environmental regulations while enhancing portfolio resilience and readiness for the global low-carbon transition.

Proactive Risk Management in Global Manufacturing Operations

We supported a multinational manufacturing client in assessing environmental and regulatory risks across Southeast Asia and Latin America by conducting detailed facility-level evaluations. Using sustainability indicators such as energy intensity, GHG emissions per output unit, freshwater dependency, and hazardous waste generation, we developed a dynamic risk matrix integrating satellite-based climate projections with regional policy milestones. Each operational site was assessed for exposure to emerging regulations and climate vulnerabilities, enabling a comparative analysis against frameworks like ISO 14001, national carbon pricing mechanisms, and extended producer responsibility mandates. This approach revealed potential non-compliance liabilities and reputational risks, particularly in high-scrutiny jurisdictions.

To quantify the cost of inaction, we employed proprietary scenario modelling to simulate financial outcomes of delayed adaptation, factoring in regulatory fines, intensified climate events, and consumer backlash. We also traced upstream supply chain vulnerabilities, flagging suppliers with poor ESG scores especially in water-intensive and high-waste categories. Based on these insights, we proposed a set of mitigation levers including alternative material sourcing, facility retrofitting for energy efficiency, and localized disclosure strategies.

Strategic Expansion in E-Waste Contamination Testing

We partnered with a global environmental testing service provider to evaluate the rising demand for cost-effective e-waste contamination diagnostics across North America and Western Europe. By analyzing testing categories such as heavy metals, organic compounds, and microbial pollutants, we identified underpenetrated segments in soil and wastewater testing driven by improper e-waste disposal. Using enforcement trends and landfill traceability data from urban industrial hubs, we mapped priority zones expected to experience demand surges. We also assessed the adoption of advanced diagnostic tools like GC-MS and ICP-MS, benchmarking them against conventional methods to highlight gaps in service coverage and turnaround time.

Our team conducted a detailed profiling of regional laboratories and private testing providers, benchmarking their technology capabilities, service portfolios, and pricing structures. This analysis revealed key partnership opportunities and white spaces for differentiation. Based on these findings, we helped the client design a suite of specialized e-waste testing packages and craft a targeted outreach strategy for government agencies and OEMs operating under extended producer responsibility mandates. These strategic interventions enabled the client to expand its service footprint and establish a strong presence in regions facing increasing regulatory oversight and sustainability-driven diagnostics demand.

Integrating E-Waste Filtration into Water Treatment Solutions

We supported an industrial water treatment solutions provider in assessing the feasibility of incorporating e-waste residue filtration into existing biological and membrane-based setups across Southeast Asia. Through process- and equipment-level segmentation, we pinpointed regions with dense electronics manufacturing activity that were experiencing heightened wastewater contamination due to unregulated e-waste handling. In-depth analysis of disinfection and sludge treatment adoption across countries like Vietnam, Thailand, and India helped us identify high-potential municipal and industrial sites for retrofit deployment.

Our competitive landscape review revealed notable innovation gaps in multi-stage filtration technologies designed to isolate specific e-waste toxins such as lead, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants. We benchmarked leading providers and highlighted opportunities for product differentiation in ESG-sensitive procurement environments. Based on our findings, we recommended that the client reposition its wastewater systems as e-waste-compliant solutions, pursue pilot programs in major electronics parks, and adapt product roadmaps to meet sustainability criteria enforced by state utilities and international electronics exporters.