Climate and nature services

Climate change and biodiversity loss are reshaping how Irish organisations operate, invest and compete. With Ireland legally committed to a 51% reduction in emissions by 2030, businesses face increasing regulatory pressure alongside rising energy and carbon costs.

At Forvis Mazars, we help organisations measure their environmental impact, manage climate and nature risks and develop credible transition plans that support long-term performance.

Our approach

We combine technical expertise with practical implementation to support your transition to a low-carbon, nature-positive future.

Our approach focuses on:

• Measuring what matters – robust carbon and environmental data aligned to recognised standards
• Planning for transition – actionable, science-based strategies embedded into business decision-making
• Managing risk and opportunity – assessing climate and nature impacts across operations and value chains
• Delivering outcomes – prioritising investments that enhance resilience and create long-term value

We work closely with leadership teams to ensure climate and nature considerations are integrated into strategy, governance and financial planning.

Why climate action matters for Irish businesses

Climate action is now a commercial and strategic priority.

• Ireland is projected to achieve only 23% emissions reduction by 2030, against a 51% target
• Electricity costs in Ireland remain significantly above the EU average
• Carbon tax is €71 per tonne in 2026, rising to €100 by 2030
• National non-compliance could cost between €8 billion and €28 billion

These are not abstract numbers. They are pressures that directly impact cost base, margins and international competitiveness.

At the same time, strong financial support is available. Grant and funding support programmes from SEAI, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland mean many decarbonisation investments can deliver rapid payback, with Irish SMEs often achieving energy cost reductions of up to 30% and many investment projects paying back within two years. 

Our climate and nature services

Environmental footprint measurement

We measure energy use, emissions and carbon intensity across your operations, providing a robust baseline for transition planning, reporting and investment decisions.

Carbon accounting

We develop greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories aligned with the GHG Protocol and ISO standards, covering Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions. Our approach is audit-ready and appropriate to your data maturity, integrating requirements such as VSME, CSRD and GRI, as well as customer, lender and disclosure requests, including CDP and EcoVadis.

Energy and emissions analysis

We analyse energy consumption by source, cost and emissions intensity to identify inefficiencies and establish a clear starting point for decarbonisation.

Climate transition planning

We design science-based transition plans that outline how your organisation will decarbonise its operations and value chain, in line with the Paris Agreement and Ireland’s Climate Action Plan. This includes investment planning across areas such as fleet electrification, building retrofits, onsite generation, heat pumps and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), aligned with SBTi, green lending criteria and stakeholder expectations.

Climate risk assessment and adaptation

We identify and quantify physical and transition climate risks using climate scenario analysis aligned with TCFD. We quantify potential financial impacts and develop adaptation strategies that protect performance.

Funding and payback optimisation

We identify and support access to available incentives, including SEAI and other supports, helping prioritise initiatives that deliver strong commercial returns and attractive payback periods.

Biodiversity and nature

We assess nature-related dependencies and impacts, develop nature-positive strategies and support alignment with emerging frameworks such as TNFD and EU biodiversity regulation.

Circular economy

We help design resource-efficient business models that reduce waste, extend product lifecycles and unlock value from circular material flows.

CBAM compliance

We advise on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) requirements, supporting Irish importers in managing compliance obligations and reporting requirements.

Funding your climate transition

Many climate and nature initiatives are eligible for funding through SEAI, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland.

As approved advisors, we help you:

• Identify suitable funding programmes
• Structure projects to maximise grant support
• Reduce upfront investment costs

Contact us 

Whether you are starting with a carbon footprint assessment or developing a full climate transition plan, our team can support you. Get in touch to discuss your climate and nature priorities.