Carbon Footprint

What Carbon Footprint does

Carbon Footprint Ltd is a UK-based private carbon management company founded in 2004 and headquartered in Basingstoke, providing technology, consultancy, and standards to organisations measuring, reducing, and reporting greenhouse-gas emissions. It serves enterprise clients (e.g., Mace, Hiscox, Softcat, Schuh), small and medium businesses, public-sector bodies (e.g., Rushmoor Borough Council), and individual consumers, addressing regulatory frameworks including SECR, CSRD, ESOS, CORSIA, CDP, TCFD and PPN 06/21.

The company operates an integrated platform ecosystem built around four primary products: Sustrax (a tiered carbon management SaaS — Lite free, X/XL paid SMB, MX enterprise — supporting Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions tracking, science-based target setting, supply chain data collection, and compliant reporting); the Carbon Marketplace (COMP) for purchasing independently-rated carbon credits with instant proof-of-impact certificates; CRISP Ratings, an independent evidence-based ratings platform for carbon projects; and the CaDI emissions-factor database containing over 45,000 carbon records across 190+ countries. Supporting products include the Net Zero Standard framework, the Freedom Flight Prize initiative, and a portfolio of free calculators (Sustrax Lite, Sustrax Vita, Plastic Calculator, Flight Calculator, Shopping Basket Footprint, Plastics Footprint).

Carbon Footprint monetises through tiered SaaS subscriptions on Sustrax, transaction fees on carbon credit sales (with 5% of each sale donated to the Freedom Flight Prize fund), professional-services consulting for carbon footprinting, Net Zero strategy and verification, and a £1,500 Certified Reseller programme plus a free Referral Partner channel. Distribution combines direct expert-led enterprise sales, freemium product-led growth via the calculator portfolio, partner/reseller channels, and embeddable WebApp widgets. The company is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified, registered with the ICO, and IEMA-member, and supports 1,000+ corporate clients annually alongside 9,000+ Sustrax accounts on a small (1–10 employee) operating base.

Name

Carbon Footprint

Legal name

Carbon Footprint Ltd

Website

https://carbonfootprint.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Carbon Footprint Ltd is a UK-based carbon management company providing an integrated platform ecosystem (Sustrax SaaS, carbon credit marketplace, CRISP ratings, and CaDI emissions-factor database) plus consultancy services to enterprises, SMBs, public-sector bodies, and individuals for emissions measurement, Net Zero strategy, and regulatory compliance reporting.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Carbon Management Software & Sustainability Consulting

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Carbon Accounting & GHG Inventory Platforms (EUABAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

ESG/Sustainability Reporting & Disclosure Platforms (EUABAEAB), Supply Chain (Scope 3) Emissions & Supplier Engagement Platforms (EUABAEAE), Audit-Ready Controls, Assurance & Compliance Workflow Tools (CSRD/SEC/ISSB) (EUABAEAG), Benchmarking, Ratings & Stakeholder Reporting Portals (Scorecards, Dashboards) (EUABAEAJ), Carbon Claims, Labeling & Communications Advisory (VCMI/ICVCM Guidance, Claim Substantiation) (EUABADAI)

Keywords

• Carbon management software
• Carbon footprint consulting
• Carbon credit marketplace
• Net Zero strategy
• Emissions reporting compliance

Headquarters

HQ city

Basingstoke

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Software Subscriptions (Sustrax Platform): SaaS subscription model with tiered pricing: Sustrax Lite (free), Sustrax X and XL (paid tiers for growing businesses), and Sustrax MX (enterprise platform with full feature set for large multi-site organisations). Revenue generated through monthly/annual subscription fees.
2. Carbon Credit Sales: Marketplace commission on carbon credit transactions. 5% of every carbon credit sale is donated to the Freedom Flight Prize fund. Carbon credits include global reduction projects, carbon removals (biochar, direct air capture), and tree planting.
3. Consulting Services: Expert consultancy for carbon footprinting, Net Zero strategy, target setting, SECR/CSRD compliance reporting, supply chain analysis, verification and assurance services. Targets over 1,000 corporate clients annually.
4. Certified Reseller Program: Partners pay £1,500 for Certified Reseller status, receiving Sustrax MX licence, autonomy on client projects, and access to partner dashboard and toolkit.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Carbon Footprint Ltd sells tiered cloud-based carbon management software (Sustrax) and an integrated ecosystem of platforms (CaDI emissions factor database, CRISP credit ratings, COMP carbon credit marketplace) alongside expert consultancy services for carbon footprinting, science-based target setting, Net Zero strategy, and regulatory compliance reporting (SECR, CSRD, ESOS, TCFD, CDP). The company also offers free calculators for individuals and small businesses as funnel mechanisms, plus a Certified Reseller partner programme.

Product overview

Carbon Footprint Ltd offers an integrated platform ecosystem for corporate Net Zero, consisting of Sustrax (enterprise carbon management), Carbon Marketplace (COMP) for carbon credit purchasing, CRISP Ratings for independent credit assessment, and CaDI Database (45,000+ emissions factor records). Supporting products include the Net Zero Standard framework and Freedom Flight Prize initiative. The company provides tiered calculators including Sustrax Vita (personal), Sustrax Lite (SME), and Sustrax MX (enterprise), alongside specialist tools like the Plastic Calculator and Shopping Basket Footprint web apps. The ecosystem covers the full climate journey from measurement through reduction, reporting, and carbon credit procurement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sustrax: Enterprise-grade carbon management platform for multi-site organisations to calculate, set science-based targets, collect supply chain data, and produce compliant reports.
• Carbon Marketplace (COMP)
• CRISP Ratings
• CaDI Database
• Net Zero Standard
• Freedom Flight Prize

Products and services

• Sustrax Platform Cloud-based enterprise carbon management platform for multi-site organisations; calculates footprints, sets science-based targets, collects supply chain data and produces compliant reports across SECR, CSRD, Scope 1, 2 and 3.
• Carbon Marketplace (COMP) Online marketplace for purchasing high-integrity carbon credits from global reduction and removal projects with instant proof-of-impact certificates and CRISP ratings integration.
• CRISP Ratings Independent evidence-based ratings platform for carbon reduction and removal projects, enabling due diligence, risk assessment and informed decision-making on credit quality.
• CaDI Database Comprehensive emissions factor database with over 45,000 carbon records covering business activities, products, international grid factors and Net Zero commitments across 190+ countries.
• Net Zero Standard Practical, transparent and verifiable framework for businesses to achieve credible Net Zero status beyond simple carbon neutral claims, with independently verified targets and progress reporting.
• Carbon Footprint Consultancy Services Expert consultancy services for carbon footprinting, Net Zero strategy, target setting, SECR/CSRD compliance reporting, supply chain analysis, ESOS compliance, verification and assurance. Targets 1,000+ corporate clients annually with senior expert consultants.
• Sustrax Vita Free personal carbon footprint calculator measuring home, travel and lifestyle emissions for individuals, with clear next steps for reduction and funding high-quality carbon credits.
• Certified Reseller Programme Reseller channel programme (£1,500 fee) granting partners a Sustrax MX licence, autonomy on client projects under their own brand, partner dashboard and toolkit access, plus commission on carbon credit deals.
• Tree Planting Service International tree planting service covering UK woodlands and tropical forests, providing tangible and traceable reforestation as a nature-based carbon offset.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 90% reduction in emissions per £M turnover achieved from 2009 to 2023 baseline
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Freedom Flight PrizecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCarbon Footprint Ltd founded and funds the Freedom Flight Prize — a multi-million-pound prize to accelerate the first zero-carbon passenger aircraft capable of flying London to New York. The company donates 5% of every carbon credit sale to the Prize fund. This initiative positions the company as a leader in sustainable aviation innovation.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cloverly: Carbon credits API and marketplace with ratings and project vetting — directly comparable to Carbon Footprint's COMP marketplace and CRISP Ratings combination.
• Patch: API-first carbon credit marketplace with embedded ratings and offsetting infrastructure for businesses. Direct comparable to Carbon Footprint's COMP marketplace and CRISP Ratings combined offering.
• Greenly: Carbon accounting platform aimed at SMBs and mid-market, with consulting services and automated Scope 1/2/3 reporting. Closely mirrors Carbon Footprint's tiered approach from free calculator to enterprise platform.
• Watershed: US-based enterprise carbon accounting platform covering Scope 1/2/3, reporting, and target-setting — the most direct competitor to Sustrax MX in the mid-market and enterprise segment. Compares to Carbon Footprint's core platform functionality and target customer base.
• South Pole: Global climate solutions provider offering carbon advisory, project development, and credit sales — closely mirrors Carbon Footprint's consulting + marketplace + carbon project development mix.
• ClimatePartner: Germany-based carbon offsetting and climate action platform combining consulting, software, and a carbon credit marketplace. Comparable integrated model to Carbon Footprint's ecosystem across measurement, reduction, and offsetting.
• Persefoni: Cloud-based carbon accounting and climate management platform for enterprises and financial institutions. Directly comparable to Sustrax MX on enterprise Scope 1/2/3 measurement, CSRD/SEC reporting, and supply-chain emissions management.
• Normative: Carbon accounting engine with a strong science-based methodology focus and Scope 3 supply-chain tooling. Direct competitor to Sustrax MX, particularly for European enterprises with CSRD obligations.

Broad incumbents

• Carbon Trust: Established UK-headquartered climate advisory and certification body, founded 2001. Overlaps significantly with Carbon Footprint's consulting, certification, and Net Zero advisory services, with broader reach and longer enterprise track record.

Emerging players

• Terrascope: Singapore-based enterprise carbon measurement and decarbonisation platform focused on Scope 3 and nature-based solutions. Comparable in scope to Sustrax MX, with stronger Asian market presence but a more limited UK/EU footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CarbonAcademy

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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