Sustainability Consulting for High Impact Industries
Warm Springs Consulting (WSC) is all about crafting win-win-win solutions for high-impact industries and organizations. Their approach? Designing and implementing regenerative systems that not only ensure financial sustainability but also boost ecosystems and support communities. From sustainability strategy and economic feasibility studies to electrification analysis, greenhouse-gas inventories, ESG reporting, climate resilience strategies, scenario planning, energy and waste planning, technology deployment, communications, stakeholder engagement, and organizational training — WSC covers it all. Their expertise spans sectors like government, agriculture, mining, manufacturing, energy, defense, transportation, technology, and waste.
Progress and Key Benefits of WSC’s Emissions Reduction Goal
WSC is making serious strides toward its emissions reduction goal. Here’s the scoop:
- Targeted reduction of 17 million metric tons (MT) of CO2 equivalent (CO2e) greenhouse gas emissions (GHG)
- Helping clients save energy and tap into new markets
- Projected client savings of $7.5 billion over the next 20 years
- Focus on creating financial sustainability while improving ecosystems and communities
Featured Project: Perpetua Resources
Since 2019, WSC has been partnering with Perpetua Resources, a company with a bold vision: restoring an abandoned mine site responsibly, producing minerals sustainably, and benefiting the surrounding communities. This project is a prime example of how mining can be done with care and a net positive impact. It’s about more than just extraction — it’s about restoration and responsibility.
Energy Efficiency and Emissions Inventory Projects
WSC’s work extends into energy efficiency and detailed emissions inventories for various clients. For instance, they facilitated energy efficiency analyses for rural Idaho school districts, helping identify cost-saving opportunities. They also conducted comprehensive greenhouse gas inventories for organizations like Swire Water Holdings and the Boise School District, covering Scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions. These projects are scheduled across 2022 and 2023, reflecting ongoing commitment to precise emissions tracking and reduction.
Innovative Energy and Waste Solutions
Exploring alternative energy options and waste management is another key area for WSC. They performed a micro-hydro and alternative energy trade-off analysis for Purestream, weighing different energy solutions. Meanwhile, the Southern Idaho Solid Waste project involves waste characterization audits and feasibility studies, ongoing since 2020. These efforts highlight WSC’s dedication to integrating innovative energy solutions and sustainable waste practices into their clients’ operations.
Project Impact: Aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
Building Climate Resilience and Market Feasibility
Beyond emissions and energy, WSC supports climate resilience strategies, like those developed for Blaine County in partnership with the Sun Valley Institute. They also dive into market and techno-economic feasibility studies, such as the carbon credit feasibility study for Nevada Canyon. These projects demonstrate WSC’s holistic approach — not just reducing emissions but also preparing communities and industries for a resilient, sustainable future.
