Commitment to Sustainability
At ERA-Consult, we believe that environmental protection and sustainable development are essential to ensuring a safe and responsible future for present and future generations. As a consultancy specialising in the environmental risk assessment of chemical substances, our work is focused on contributing to the safer, more transparent, and more sustainable management of chemicals at both the European and international levels.
Our commitment to sustainability is embedded in all our activities. We promote scientifically robust solutions that help minimise environmental impacts, protect ecosystems, and support evidence-based decision-making.
Our Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
ERA-Consult conducts its activities in alignment with the principles of sustainable development and contributes particularly to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
Through the assessment of substances with potential impacts on water resources and the protection of surface and groundwater quality.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
By supporting the safe and sustainable use of chemical substances throughout their life cycle.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
By promoting scientific methodologies that contribute to a better understanding of environmental impacts.
SDG 14 – Life Below Water
Through the assessment of risks to aquatic organisms and marine ecosystems.
SDG 15 – Life on Land
By contributing to the protection of biodiversity and natural resources.
Guiding Principles
Scientific Rigour and Transparency
All our assessments are conducted in accordance with current European legislation, guidance from the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), and internationally recognised OECD methodologies, ensuring robust, transparent, and reproducible results.
Environmental Protection
Our activities are focused on identifying, assessing, and managing environmental risks associated with chemical substances, contributing to pollution prevention and the protection of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
We encourage the use of advanced modelling tools, up-to-date scientific methodologies, and digital solutions that enhance the quality of assessments and support informed environmental decision-making.
Training and Knowledge Transfer
We promote technical capacity building through specialised training programmes aimed at regulatory authorities, research institutions, consultancy organisations, and industry stakeholders, fostering a stronger culture of sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Responsible Management of Our Activities
As a professional services organisation, we strive to minimise our environmental footprint through:
- Reducing paper consumption and promoting digital processes.
- Efficient use of energy and technological resources.
- Encouraging remote working and virtual meetings whenever possible.
- Responsible selection of suppliers and collaborators.
- Ongoing sustainability awareness and training within our team.
Commitment to Our Stakeholders
We maintain relationships based on ethics, transparency, and trust with our clients, collaborators, regulatory authorities, scientific institutions, and other stakeholders. Our objective is to create value through independent, objective, and scientifically grounded solutions.
We also support initiatives that promote corporate sustainability and continuous improvement by actively participating in training and sustainable development programmes. ERA-Consult is part of the Sustainable Suppliers Training Programme, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability principles and corporate responsibility.
Policy Review
This Sustainability Policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure its alignment with regulatory, scientific, and business developments, as well as to strengthen our commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development.
Last updated: June 2026
Responsible Entity: ERA-Consult, Evaluación del Riesgo Ambiental de las Sustancias Químicas, S.L.