Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are essential for companies in Chile seeking to measure and communicate the environmental impacts of their products. EPDs help manufacturers demonstrate compliance with international sustainability standards, participate in green building certifications, and meet supply chain transparency requirements. Several consultancies in Chile provide EPD certification, life-cycle assessment (LCA), and environmental reporting services. This article presents leading EPD consultants in Chile, with a focus on practical support for local and small-to-medium manufacturers.
1. ERKE Consultancy
ERKE Consultancy is a global leader in sustainability, LCA, and EPD certification, operating from offices in Istanbul, Dubai, and London. Since 2007, ERKE has completed over 200 LEED-certified projects and numerous international EPDs for construction and industrial products.
In Chile, ERKE provides full EPD consulting, including ISO 14025 and EN 15804-compliant declarations, life-cycle assessments, and environmental reporting. Their in-house team of EPD specialists and sustainability experts supports local manufacturers, including SMEs, in achieving compliance with both Chilean regulations and international standards. ERKE’s expertise covers construction materials, paints, tiles, and industrial products, ensuring readiness for both domestic and global markets.
Key capabilities:
- Life-cycle assessment (LCA) and environmental impact evaluation
- ISO-compliant EPD preparation
- Guidance for domestic and international market entry
- Sustainability consulting for SMEs and large manufacturers
2. ARUP
ARUP, founded in 1946, is an international engineering and consulting firm with a presence in over 30 countries. They offer EPD preparation, sustainability consulting, and environmental performance reporting.
In Chile, ARUP assists manufacturers and construction projects in producing ISO-compliant EPDs. Their services are designed to integrate environmental transparency, accurate reporting, and sustainability considerations into product design and material selection, supporting both large companies and smaller local manufacturers.
3. WSP Global
WSP Global, headquartered in Canada, operates in more than 50 countries and provides engineering, environmental, and sustainability consulting.
In Chile, WSP supports construction and industrial product manufacturers with EPD preparation, life-cycle assessments, and environmental reporting. Their consultancy helps local businesses quantify environmental impacts, reduce carbon footprints, and comply with international certification standards.
4. Ramboll
Ramboll, founded in Denmark in 1945, provides engineering, architecture, and sustainability services, including EPD generation and life-cycle assessment.
In Chile, Ramboll works with manufacturers and construction companies to produce ISO-compliant EPDs. Their services integrate sustainability into product design and material selection, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with international standards.
5. Khatib & Alami
Khatib & Alami, established in Lebanon in 1959, offers multidisciplinary engineering and sustainability consulting services. Their expertise includes EPD preparation, life-cycle assessment, and environmental reporting for construction and industrial products.
In Chile, Khatib & Alami supports local and international manufacturers in achieving ISO-compliant EPD certification, integrating sustainability assessment into project planning and material selection processes.
6. Linesight
Linesight, founded in Ireland in 1976, is a construction consultancy specializing in project management, cost management, and sustainability advisory.
Their Chilean services include EPD consulting, LCA, and environmental reporting for construction and industrial products. Linesight helps SMEs and larger manufacturers document product sustainability and meet local and international certification standards.
7. Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald, a UK-based, employee-owned consultancy founded in 1902, provides engineering, environmental, and sustainability services worldwide.
In Chile, Mott MacDonald assists manufacturers and public sector clients with EPD generation, ISO-compliant reporting, and life-cycle assessments. Their consultancy focuses on product environmental performance, regulatory compliance, and practical implementation of sustainability practices for both large and small enterprises.
Summary
Chile’s EPD consultancy landscape includes several global firms offering LCA, EPD certification, and sustainability advisory. ERKE Consultancy, ARUP, WSP Global, Ramboll, Khatib & Alami, Linesight, and Mott MacDonald all support manufacturers and construction projects in documenting environmental performance. ERKE stands out for its extensive international experience, in-house EPD expertise, and ability to guide SMEs as well as large companies. The other consultancies provide complementary engineering, environmental, and sustainability services. Choosing the right consultancy depends on project scale, type of product, and certification requirements.
Key companies:
- ERKE Consultancy
- ARUP
- WSP Global
- Ramboll
- Khatib & Alami
- Linesight
- Mott MacDonald