KarbonWise

What KarbonWise does

KarbonWise is a London-headquartered sustainability software and advisory firm founded in 2023 with approximately 20 employees and operating across the UK, India, and the UAE. The company targets organisations that must comply with carbon, ESG, and LCA mandates across manufacturing, construction, chemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and IT services, addressing a customer base it describes as spanning SMBs, mid-to-large organisations, and enterprises.

The company's core offering is a cloud-based platform organised around an Analyse–Act–Report workflow. The Analyse layer comprises Carbon Accounting, Life Cycle Analysis (including specialised Product LCA and Building LCA modules), ESG Data Manager, and Karbon Connectors for automated data ingestion and validation. The Act layer adds an SBTi & Net-Zero Roadmap, a Decarbonisation Pathway optimisation module, and Supplier Engagement tooling that the firm claims delivers 93% Scope 3 supplier data coverage. The Report layer includes a Compliance Manager, Audit-Ready Dashboards, and Real-Time Benchmarking. Underlying the platform is an emissions-factor library of 200,000+ verified entries sourced from Ecoinvent, BEIS, EPA, and India GHG, with AI models the firm states are trained on 1,000+ industry-specific datasets. Seven free calculator tools (Carbon, CBAM, Building LCA/LEED v5, Personal Footprint, Compliance Status, CSRD, and Customer Risk) function as top-of-funnel acquisition. Outputs are aligned to 14+ frameworks including CSRD/ESRS, BRSR, CBAM, GRI, TCFD, CDP, Ecovadis, SBTi, SECR, EUDR, SFDR, and ISO/EN LCA standards.

KarbonWise runs a hybrid go-to-market combining enterprise field sales (quote-based "Book a Demo" CTAs targeting sustainability, operations, and C-suite buyers) with product-led growth through its free calculator suite. Revenue is generated via annual and multi-year SaaS subscriptions tiered across SMB, mid-to-large, and enterprise segments, alongside professional advisory services covering footprinting, climate risk, biodiversity baselines, double materiality, decarbonisation strategy, training, implementation, ESG and narrative reporting, and third-party verification support. The company reports being trusted by 1,000+ organisations, holding a 4.6-star Trustpilot rating, and holding a strategic partnership with Mastek to embed sustainability into ERP deployments.

Name

KarbonWise

Legal name

KarbonWise

Website

https://karbonwise.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

KarbonWise is a London-based sustainability software and advisory firm that helps manufacturers, construction firms, chemical, textile, pharmaceutical, and IT organisations automate carbon accounting, ESG reporting, and Life Cycle Assessment across 14+ regulatory frameworks.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sustainability Management Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Environmental Consulting Services (541620)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Carbon Accounting & GHG Inventory Platforms (EUABAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emissions Factors, LCA & Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Platforms (EUABAEAD), Audit-Ready Controls, Assurance & Compliance Workflow Tools (CSRD/SEC/ISSB) (EUABAEAG), Supply Chain (Scope 3) Emissions & Supplier Engagement Platforms (EUABAEAE), Sustainability & ESG Consulting (BPAHACAK)

Keywords

• Carbon accounting software
• ESG reporting platform
• Life cycle assessment
• Sustainability advisory services
• Carbon emissions tracking

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. SaaS Platform Subscription: Cloud-based platform subscription for carbon accounting, ESG management, and LCA tools with tiered access based on organization size and needs
2. Advisory Services: Expert consulting services including carbon footprinting, climate risk assessment, biodiversity baselines, double materiality assessments, decarbonization strategy, training, implementation support, ESG reporting, and third-party verification support

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

KarbonWise combines a cloud-based AI-driven sustainability platform with senior-expert advisory services to help businesses automate carbon accounting, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and ESG reporting across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The platform delivers audit-ready reports aligned with CSRD, BRSR, TCFD, GRI, CDP, CBAM, and other frameworks, and is complemented by consulting services spanning carbon baselining, climate risk, biodiversity, materiality assessments, decarbonisation strategy, training, and verification support.

Product overview

KarbonWise is a sustainability solutions company that combines advisory expertise with a cloud-based platform to help businesses take climate action with confidence. The offering is a platform-plus-advisory model consisting of three integrated layers: (1) Core Product Modules for the Analyse-Act-Report workflow including Carbon Accounting, Life Cycle Analysis (LCA), ESG Data Manager, Karbon Connectors, SBTi & Net-Zero Roadmap, Decarbonisation Pathway, Supplier Engagement, Compliance Manager, Audit-Ready Dashboards, and Real-Time Benchmarking; (2) Specialised LCA Products for Product LCA and Building LCA with certification-ready outputs; and (3) a suite of Free Tools including Carbon Calculator, CBAM Calculator, Building LCA Calculator (LEED v5), Personal Footprint Calculator, Compliance Status Checker, CSRD Checker, and Customer Risk Checker. This portfolio is complemented by expert Advisory Services covering footprinting, climate risk, biodiversity, materiality assessments, decarbonisation strategy, training, implementation support, ESG reporting, narrative reporting, and third-party verification. The platform leverages AI models trained on 1,000+ industry-specific datasets and integrates with existing ERP systems to deliver automated, audit-ready sustainability intelligence trusted by 1,000+ companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Carbon Accounting Provides full Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions visibility with audit-ready reports backed by real-time business data, replacing spreadsheets and guesswork with comprehensive emissions tracking for organisations required to disclose or manage their carbon footprint.
• Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) Enables product- and process-level Life Cycle Assessments with actionable insights for measuring environmental impacts across full product life cycles, supporting EPD-ready outputs and standards alignment with ISO 14025, ISO 14067, and EN15804.
• ESG Data Manager Centralises all ESG data, aligns with key disclosures, automates workflows, and enables customisation of metrics for organisations' sustainability journeys and stakeholder reporting.
• Karbon Connectors Integration layer that connects to any business data source for automated emissions data that is synced, validated, and ready to use across carbon accounting and ESG reporting workflows.
• SBTi & Net-Zero Roadmap Supports the full Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) journey with science-backed targets and a net-zero roadmap for organisations pursuing credible, achievable decarbonisation commitments.
• Decarbonisation Pathway Turns decarbonisation targets into action with a focused reduction plan that prioritises what to reduce, when to act, and how, based on cost, feasibility, and operational reality.
• Supplier Engagement Helps suppliers measure, understand, and reduce emissions, enabling confident, aligned progress toward Scope 3 targets with 93% supplier data coverage.
• Compliance Manager Turns sustainability data into compliance-ready reports aligned with CSRD, BRSR, Ecovadis, and GRI frameworks, tailored to specific disclosure needs.
• Audit-Ready Dashboards Custom dashboards built for audits and reporting, keeping data accurate, structured, and always ready for assurance reviews.
• Real-Time Benchmarking Tracks sustainability metrics in real time, benchmarks across peers or units, and keeps organisations ahead of regulatory and competitive shifts.
• Product LCA Tracks product impact from start to finish across categories with EPD-ready output, featuring lifecycle stage management, variant modelling, and certification-ready outputs aligned with ISO 14025, ISO 14067, and EN15804.
• Building LCA Precision building lifecycle assessment with 200,000+ verified data points, lifecycle templates, and certification-ready outputs for LEED, BREEAM, and IGBC, covering embodied carbon across all EN-defined stages.
• Carbon Calculator Free calculator providing a quick snapshot of company emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 using recognised carbon accounting methodologies and standard emission factors.
• CBAM Calculator Free calculator estimating future CBAM costs and savings, helping importers and exporters evaluate the implications of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism on their goods.
• Building LCA Calculator (LEED v5) Free calculator for estimating building embodied carbon (A1-A3) and understanding how projects perform against LEED v5 MRp2 and MRc2 requirements.
• Personal Footprint Calculator Free calculator that calculates personal lifestyle emissions to help individuals understand their environmental impact based on food, travel, energy, and digital habits.
• Compliance Status Checker Free tool that automatically verifies whether a company complies with ESG regulations and aligns with major frameworks such as GRI, TCFD, BRSR, and CSRD.
• CSRD Checker Free tool checking whether a company is required to comply with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) based on company size, structure, and EU presence.
• Customer Risk Checker Free tool assessing potential financial risks within supply chains by identifying high-risk customers, supply chain visibility, and early warning signals.
• Sustainability Advisory Services Bundled advisory services covering Carbon Footprinting and Baselining, Climate Risk & Resilience, Biodiversity & Nature Baselines, Double Materiality and Gap Assessments, Decarbonisation Strategy, Training & Organisational Enablement, Implementation Support, ESG Reporting, Stakeholder & Narrative Reporting, and Readiness & 3P Verification Support, delivered by senior experts with 10-20 years of C-suite or strategy consulting experience.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% higher RoI for clients through faster implementation, smarter workflows, and reporting that drives business value
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MastekcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership where KarbonWise integrates with Mastek's ERP systems to help clients embed sustainability into core operations. The collaboration aims to deliver real impact where sustainability becomes a source of value for customers, partners, and communities without disrupting existing ERP systems.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Salesforce Net Zero Cloud: Enterprise sustainability cloud from Salesforce covering carbon accounting, ESG data, and reporting. Broad incumbent offering integrated into the Salesforce ecosystem, presenting platform competition to KarbonWise's CRM-adjacent ERP integration story.
• Workiva: Large-scale SEC and ESG reporting platform serving thousands of public and large enterprises with integrated disclosure, audit, and compliance workflows. Represents the broader incumbent threat in compliance reporting that overlaps with KarbonWise's Audit-Ready Dashboards and Compliance Manager.

Direct peers

• Net0: Carbon accounting and sustainability platform for enterprises with automated data capture and CSRD/SECR compliance features. Comparable enterprise-focused alternative to KarbonWise's platform modules.
• Greenly: Carbon accounting platform focused on SMBs and mid-market with automated data collection and CSRD-ready reporting. Comparable to KarbonWise's SMB tier and PLG-led free tools approach.
• Sweep: ESG and carbon management platform for SMBs and enterprises supporting Scope 1-3 tracking, supplier engagement, and CSRD reporting. Direct competitor targeting similar SMB-to-mid-market buyers as KarbonWise.
• Persefoni: Climate management and accounting platform for enterprises and financial institutions covering carbon footprinting, reduction planning, and audit-ready reporting. Direct competitor to KarbonWise's Carbon Accounting and Compliance Manager modules.
• Emitwise: Carbon accounting and ESG reporting platform tailored for manufacturing enterprises, with deep focus on Scope 3 and supply chain emissions. Comparable to KarbonWise's manufacturing vertical and supplier engagement modules.
• Watershed: Enterprise carbon accounting and climate platform offering Scope 1-3 emissions measurement, disclosures, and reduction planning. Directly comparable as the leading horizontal SaaS in the carbon accounting space where KarbonWise also operates.
• Plan A Sustainability: Carbon accounting and decarbonization SaaS platform with strong EU presence, covering emissions measurement, SBTi target setting, and CSRD compliance. Direct peer serving similar mid-market and enterprise customers.

Emerging players

• One Carbon World: Carbon consultancy and platform offering carbon footprinting and verification aligned to GHG Protocol and ISO standards. Comparable to KarbonWise's advisory-led verification support and smaller-scale platform offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/karbonwise

Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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