Climate Action

What Climate Action does

Climate Action is a Budapest-founded environmental consulting and research firm that has operated since 2009 and is now structured around Climate Action ESG Solutions KFT in Hungary and Climate Action - ESG Solution B.V. in Veenendaal, Netherlands. It provides ESG advisory and sustainability certification, carbon offsetting through a portfolio of afforestation projects (including the World Athletics Championships Legacy Forest, the 100HA HUNERDŐ program with Pilisi Parkerdő, and projects in the Mátra and Gerecse ranges), and a sports-vertical practice called SportX that includes Zero Waste Game Day certification and a 50+ athlete ambassador network across more than 100 partner sports organizations. The firm layers a consumer-facing Forest Shop e-commerce channel (selling tree units at 2,900 Ft plus VAT per unit) and a MasterCard partnership via bankszamlakivonat.hu that delivers real-time personal carbon-footprint analytics to Hungarian banking customers, signaling a strategy of building a recurring data and retail layer on top of its consulting base.

The company's business model combines four revenue streams: (1) professional services from ESG advisory and certification work, primarily for sports federations and enterprise clients; (2) transaction fees from carbon-offset tree-unit sales via the Forest Shop; (3) data-monetization from the MasterCard banking integration; and (4) subscription or program-fee revenue from sports green-supporter and Zero Waste Game Day programs. Operations are reported across 10+ countries, supported by a lean team of six full-time staff and an extended network of experts, with 2024 milestones including the onboarding of international investor Ralph Clarke, the opening of a London office, and the launch of Climate Action International at the Sahel Dialog Forum. The combination of consultancy margins, retail unit economics, and a financial-data distribution channel differentiates the model from a pure-play carbon-offset retailer or a traditional ESG advisory, although revenue concentration in a small number of anchor partners (Pilisi Parkerdő, key federations, and MasterCard) is the principal commercial risk.

Name

Climate Action

Legal name

Climate Action ESG Solutions KFT

Website

https://climaaction.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Climate Action is a Budapest-founded, Netherlands-headquartered ESG advisory and carbon-offsetting firm founded in 2009, operating across 10+ countries to serve sports federations, enterprise clients, and retail offset buyers via consulting, forest projects, and a MasterCard-linked carbon-footprint product.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental & Sustainability Consulting

NAICS

Environmental Consulting Services (54162)

SIC

Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Regulatory & Disclosure Strategy (CSRD/ESRS, ISSB/IFRS S2, SEC, TCFD) (EUABAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Carbon Neutrality/Claims Strategy & Communications (claims substantiation, greenwashing risk) (EUABAKAK), Offsets & Carbon Removal Procurement Strategy (portfolio design, quality screening) (EUABAKAL), Climate Finance Strategy (CapEx planning, green finance, incentives & grants) (EUABAKAG), Carbon Market & Policy Advisory (Compliance Schemes, ETS Design, Article 6) (EUABADAA)

Keywords

• Environmental consulting services
• Carbon footprint assessment
• ESG advisory
• Carbon offsetting projects
• Sustainability certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Veenendaal

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Environmental Consulting & Advisory Services: Climate Action provides transparent and practical advisory services to help clients start or advance on the path to carbon-neutral operations. Services include assessing climate risks and emissions, finding solutions for energy/emission/cost reduction, product lifecycle optimization, and navigating carbon market business opportunities.
2. Carbon Offsetting & Forest Projects: Carbon offsetting through increasing carbon sequestration of domestic natural ecosystems. The company sells tree-planting units (e.g., Budapest 2023 – WA, Legacy Forest, Hungarian Handball Forest) at unit prices (e.g., 2,900 Ft + VAT per tree unit).
3. ESG Services & Certification: ESG advisory, certification, and sustainability strategy services for enterprises and organizations, particularly in the context of Hungary's ESG law effective January 2024.
4. Real-time Carbon Footprint Calculation via MasterCard Partnership: Through partnership with bankszámlakivonat.hu (MasterCard official partner), Climate Action enables real-time carbon footprint calculation following every transaction across all sectors of society.
5. Green Supporter Programs for Sports Organizations: Green supporter packages for sports clubs and organizations that enable access to new sponsors and supporters while contributing to sustainability goals. Includes sustainability partner programs, green advertising/marketing packages, educational programs, and eco-friendly product/service offerings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Climate Action is an environmental consulting and research company that helps enterprises, municipalities, sports organizations, and individuals advance toward carbon-neutral operations. Services include climate risk and emissions assessment, ESG advisory, product lifecycle (LCA) optimization, carbon market navigation, and sustainability certification. The company also sells carbon offsetting units through domestic forest ecosystem projects (including the 100HA HUNERDŐ and Legacy Forest initiatives) via a Forest Shop e-commerce platform and B2B partnerships.

Product overview

Climate Action operates as a climate protection and sustainability services company offering a platform of interconnected environmental solutions. The core portfolio includes ESG consulting and advisory services, carbon offsetting through domestic forest projects, and sustainability certification. Service modules include SportX for sports organizations and Zero Waste Game Day for event sustainability. The product lineup features named offsetting projects like 100HA HUNERDŐ (100-hectare forest management) and Legacy Forest (World Athletics Championships offsetting), sold through a Forest Shop e-commerce platform offering individual tree plantings starting at 2,900 Ft. Professional scientific materials support the advisory services. The company also provides waste management portfolio expansion and carbon footprint measurement services, positioning itself as a one-stop provider for corporate and institutional sustainability needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SportX: Sport and sustainability initiative connecting sports organizations with environmental solutions
• Zero Waste Game Day
• 100HA HUNERDŐ
• Legacy Forest

Products and services

• ESG Solutions Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) consulting and advisory services that help companies achieve climate neutrality, assess climate risks, and implement sustainability strategies. Targeted at enterprises needing to comply with ESG regulations and report on sustainability.
• Consulting (Tanácsadás) Environmental consulting and research services providing transparent, practical advice to help clients reduce emissions, find energy solutions, and optimize product lifecycle analysis. Targeted at enterprises, municipalities, and organizations pursuing carbon neutrality.
• Carbon Offsetting (Offsetting) Carbon offsetting solutions through domestic ecosystem carbon sequestration projects, enabling companies to compensate for excess CO2 emissions by supporting forest creation and maintenance. Targeted at enterprises seeking to neutralize residual emissions.
• Certification Sustainability certification services helping organizations meet ESG regulatory requirements and obtain certificates for compliance with environmental standards. Targeted at enterprises and organizations subject to ESG law compliance.
• Zero Waste Game Day Event sustainability service for sports organizations, enabling zero-waste sports events through waste management, carbon footprint measurement, and green zone setup. Targeted at sports federations, clubs, and event organizers.
• SportX Sports sustainability program connecting sports organizations with environmental consulting services, helping clubs and federations implement sustainable practices, develop green supporter packages, and reduce carbon footprint. Targeted at sports organizations seeking sustainability integration.
• 100HA HUNERDŐ Forest Project Forest ecosystem project covering 100 hectares in Hungary, involving structure transformation of forests with approximately 500,000 tree seedlings (oak, maple, ash, birch, fruit tree species), expected to sequester approximately 14,000 tonnes of carbon (140 t C/ha, 513 t CO2/ha) over a 100-year timeframe. Targeted at enterprises and organizations seeking large-scale verified offsetting inventory and CSR integration.
• Legacy Forest Forest offsetting project implemented in partnership with Pilisi Parkerdő Zrt., created as the official sustainability project of the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest. Targeted at enterprises and individuals seeking championship-associated offsetting.
• Forest Shop (Erdő Shop) Online shop for purchasing carbon offsetting tree plantings, offering various forest projects including Budapest 2023, Legacy Forest, Pusztavám, Piliscsaba, Balatonszemes, ONE Veszprém, LevegőLegelő Füzér, Hungarian Handball Forest, MTK Budapest Forest, and Falco-Vulcano projects at 2,900 Ft + VAT per unit. Targeted at individuals seeking personal carbon offsetting.

Quantifiable outcome

• 500,000 tree seedlings planted via 100HA HUNERDŐ project (5,000 per ha × 100 ha)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• bankszámlakivonat.hu (MasterCard Official Partner)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Strategic partnership enabling real-time carbon footprint calculation for every transaction through MasterCard's system. This enables all sectors of society to track carbon footprint per transaction, creating a unique data advantage for Climate Action and expanding service distribution to banking customers.
• MEIJER&CO.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024One of Europe's 'greenest' HR companies. Joint collaboration to create environmental awareness programs and 'green' HR strategies, including the '24H Walk' project development.
• Nehéz BrothersminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Premium pálinka (fruit brandy) producer. Each bottle sold includes a QR code contributing 1 seedling to Climate Action's 100HA HUNERDŐ project, with joint promotional events at Kilenc Kert restaurant.
• Saxoo LondonminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Sustainable fashion brand producing organic cotton clothing. Each purchase includes QR-coded labels allowing customers to plant trees. Climate Action team appears in Saxoo sustainable clothing and runs joint charity campaigns.
• The EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Strategic cooperation for sustainable energy solutions. Joint focus on helping enterprises optimize energy consumption and advance sustainable operations. Maximizes opportunities from the EKR (Emission Trading System) for clients, with ambitions to expand internationally.
• HiperzöldminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Sustainability media platform for professionals, offering practical sustainability information, guidelines, and industry news. Climate Action contributes articles, guidelines, and expert perspectives to strengthen sustainability awareness.
• Magyar Modern Öttusa Szövetség (Hungarian Modern Pentathlon Association)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Joint tree planting at Puskás Stadium garden during the Modern Pentathlon European Championships. Climate Action's official sustainability project at the event included symbolic tree planting with association president and international federation president.
• Testnevelési Egyetem (Hungarian University of Sports Science)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Long-term partnership including joint tree planting (100 trees at Kápolnásnyék for TF100 anniversary), sustainability programs, and educational initiatives. Climate Action supports the university's sustainability strategy as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations.
• Climate Action InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Global organization officially launched at the Sahel Dialog Forum in Budapest. Represents Climate Action's international expansion, with a full international team from multiple countries and regions representing the organization globally.
• Liszt Intézet (Hungarian Cultural Institute, Zagreb)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Co-organized the international 'Sport and Sustainability' conference in Zagreb, representing Hungary's perspective on sport diplomacy and sustainability.
• Magyar Kajak-Kenu Szövetség (Hungarian Kayak-Canoe Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership for sustainability integration in kayaking and canoeing. Joint tree planting at Csepel water sports center, Hervis Balaton crossing event support with carbon footprint measurement for 8,000+ participants, and sustainability education programs.
• 17th Short Course Swimming World ChampionshipscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Official sustainability partner of the world championship. Providing environmental waste management, educational programs, and carbon footprint reduction strategies for the event. Aim to set a new benchmark for sports event sustainability globally.
• Magyar Atlétikai Szövetség (Hungarian Athletics Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Climate Action was appointed to develop MASZ's sustainability strategy covering three major events (Hungarian Championships, Gyula István Memorial, Hungarian Team Championships) and member facility operations, including carbon footprint reduction and offsetting.
• MTK BudapestcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Sustainability strategy development for the iconic football club based on UEFA and MLSZ guidelines. Goal to make MTK Budapest an exemplary sustainable sports club nationally and internationally, covering energy efficiency, waste management, community programs, and education.
• Győri ETO KCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Long-term partnership with Hungary's most successful handball club including youth sustainability engagement, IHF/EHF guideline-based sustainability strategy, official annual sustainability reporting, and major social responsibility project launch.
• Falco KC SzombathelycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Comprehensive sustainability strategy development, measurable reporting systems, and new sports marketing opportunities for Hungary's most successful basketball team. Aim to position Climate Action as the leading sports-sustainability consultancy.
• Magyar Kézilabda Szövetség (Hungarian Handball Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Long-term cooperation including tree planting at Farkaserdő (100 seedlings) and sustainability activities for the Women's Handball European Championship. Goal to integrate sustainability into handball at all levels.
• Magyar Birkózó Szövetség (Hungarian Wrestling Federation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Official cooperation agreement to integrate sustainability guidelines, frameworks, and practical solutions into Federation operations. Goal to make Hungarian Wrestling Federation a regional leader in sports sustainability, with international presentation of programs.
• Törley PezsgőpincészetcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Long-term ecological development project covering ~1,000 hectares in Etyek region. Focus on biodiversity enhancement through birdhouses, shrub belts, and wildflower meadows. Aims to create a model for Hungarian winemaking sustainability.
• Kilenc Kert ÉtteremminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Sustainability-committed restaurant serving as venue for 100HA HUNERDŐ project presentations. Created the GREEN BURGER menu item, with proceeds supporting the forest project. Hosted project launch press conference.
• Kenyai Atlétikai Szövetség (Kenyan Athletics Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Partnership established during the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest to create a joint strategy bridging Hungary and Kenya on the path to sustainability. Led by Maxwell Nyamu, the Kenyan Athletics Federation's Sustainability Manager.
• Pilisi Parkerdő Zrt.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Professional forestry partner managing Budapest and surrounding forests. Provided expert support for the Legacy Forest project (World Athletics Championships offsetting) and ongoing forest management for Climate Action's urban forest projects, operating at highest professional quality standards.
• Bakonyerdő Zrt.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Forestry management company providing the forest site for the TELEKOM VESZPRÉM FOREST project. Expert team includes forest management and nature conservation engineers who oversee oak seedling planting on 0.8 ha.
• Zöldövezet Társulás Környezetvédelmi EgyesületminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Environmental NGO providing event environmental impact reduction, charitable team building, and nature conservation volunteer programs. Responsible for waste management at the 2023 World Athletics Championships. Partnership enables joint environmental projects.
• TABAK EXPOminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023Central Europe's largest tobacco retail trade exhibition in Budapest. Climate Action participates as exhibitor to educate tobacco industry companies on environmental protection and sustainability, promoting societal awareness and prevention.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Anthesis Group: Global sustainability consultancy with strong sports and events practice (acquired EcoAct). Comparable breadth of ESG advisory, climate strategy, and LCA-based consulting with deeper multinational staffing.
• Sport Positive: Sports-specific sustainability organization supporting clubs, leagues, and federations with sustainability strategy. Closest direct peer in the sports-sustainability vertical, though smaller and non-commercial.
• Terrapass: US-based carbon offset retailer and project developer offering verified offsets and footprint tools for businesses and individuals. Comparable on nature-based offset product and e-commerce forest unit sales.
• Carbon Trust: UK-based carbon consulting and certification organization helping enterprises measure, reduce, and certify carbon footprints. Directly comparable on advisory and certification services, though much larger and more established.
• ClimatePartner: Germany-based climate action consultancy offering carbon footprint calculation, offsetting, and ESG advisory for SMEs and enterprises. Closely comparable offering and similar international footprint, with deeper software tooling.
• South Pole Group: Global carbon advisory and offsetting consultancy providing ESG strategy, voluntary carbon market access, and nature-based project development. Comparable in scope of climate advisory, corporate net-zero services, and nature-based project portfolio.

Emerging players

• Greenly: SaaS carbon footprint platform focused on SMBs and banks. Overlaps with Climate Action's transaction-level MasterCard footprint offering but is technology-led rather than advisory-led.
• Persefoni: Climate management and accounting platform enabling corporates to measure and report emissions. Partial overlap with Climate Action's carbon assessment services, delivered as software rather than consulting.
• Watershed: Enterprise carbon accounting and management platform for large corporates. Comparable on enterprise carbon footprint measurement, but operates as a SaaS layer rather than a consulting-plus-projects model.

Broad incumbents

• Deloitte Climate & Sustainability: Big 4 advisory practice offering enterprise ESG strategy, carbon accounting, and CSRD/ISSB reporting. Competes with Climate Action for large multinational mandates where audit-adjacent relationships matter.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/climateaction
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/climate-action-kft
• Instagraminstagram.com/climateaction?r=nametag
• TikToktiktok.com/@climateactioneu?lang=hu-HU

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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