Switzerland’s strong regulatory environment, advanced manufacturing base, and commitment to environmental transparency have positioned Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) as a standard requirement across many sectors. EPDs are widely used by Swiss manufacturers and developers to demonstrate life-cycle-based environmental performance, support sustainable procurement, and meet the requirements of green building certification systems such as LEED and BREEAM. They are also increasingly important for ESG reporting and access to European and global export markets.
In Switzerland, EPDs are commonly developed for construction materials, building systems, industrial products, and interior components. Producing a compliant EPD requires advanced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) expertise, strict adherence to ISO 14025 and EN 15804 standards, and structured coordination with recognized EPD program operators and independent verifiers. Given these requirements, companies typically engage experienced international consultancies with proven EPD delivery capability. The following firms represent leading EPD consultancy providers active in Switzerland.
1. ERKE Consultancy
ERKE Consultancy is a sustainability-focused consultancy specializing in product sustainability, Life Cycle Assessment, and Environmental Product Declaration certification. Founded in 2007, ERKE operates through offices in Istanbul, Dubai, and London and delivers EPD consultancy services across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, including Switzerland.
ERKE has delivered numerous EPD certifications for construction and industrial products, including cement and concrete products, insulation materials, façade systems, ceramics, paints, and interior finishes. All EPDs are developed in accordance with ISO 14025, EN 15804, and relevant Product Category Rules (PCRs), ensuring acceptance across European markets. ERKE’s in-house team of LCA specialists and product sustainability experts manages the full EPD process from data collection and modeling to verification and publication.
For Swiss manufacturers, ERKE’s experience with export-oriented production and multinational sustainability requirements is particularly relevant. The firm supports EPDs used for European procurement, international tenders, and transparent environmental disclosure while maintaining the high methodological rigor expected in the Swiss market.
2. ARUP
ARUP is a global engineering and consulting firm with advanced capabilities in sustainability, materials performance, and life-cycle-based environmental analysis. In Switzerland, ARUP supports EPD-related work primarily through LCA modeling, embodied carbon assessments, and materials advisory services.
EPD development at ARUP is typically integrated into broader sustainability, design, or engineering scopes rather than delivered as a standalone service. The firm is often engaged on complex buildings and infrastructure projects where product-level environmental data informs material selection, carbon reduction strategies, and compliance with international sustainability frameworks.
3. WSP Global
WSP Global provides environmental and sustainability consultancy services across Switzerland and Europe. Its technical expertise includes Life Cycle Assessment, embodied carbon evaluation, and environmental performance reporting, which form the analytical foundation required for EPD development.
In Switzerland, WSP generally supports EPD-related requirements as part of integrated sustainability or engineering advisory services. The firm’s global methodologies align with European and international EPD standards, while local teams adapt data collection and modeling approaches to Swiss manufacturing processes and supply chains.
4. Ramboll
Ramboll offers sustainability and environmental consultancy services with a strong focus on Life Cycle Assessment and materials performance. The firm supports EPD-related work through product-level LCA studies, environmental impact modeling, and standards-based documentation.
In the Swiss market, Ramboll’s EPD involvement is generally project-driven, supporting manufacturers and developers requiring verified environmental product data for procurement, certification, or regulatory alignment. Ramboll’s structured approach emphasizes consistency with European EPD frameworks.
5. Khatib & Alami
Khatib & Alami is a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with international experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The firm provides sustainability and environmental advisory services that can support EPD development through LCA-based materials assessments and environmental documentation.
Within Switzerland, Khatib & Alami is typically involved where EPD requirements are linked to large-scale developments or projects with international supply chains. EPD-related services are usually delivered as part of broader sustainability or environmental compliance scopes.
6. AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis delivers engineering, environmental, and sustainability consultancy services across Europe and globally. The firm supports EPD-related objectives through embodied carbon analysis, Life Cycle Assessment, and sustainability reporting.
In Switzerland, AtkinsRéalis generally addresses EPD requirements within comprehensive sustainability, infrastructure, or ESG advisory scopes rather than as a standalone product certification service. This approach is suitable for projects involving complex stakeholder and reporting requirements.
7. Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald provides sustainability and environmental consultancy services with a strong focus on infrastructure, energy, and large-scale developments. The firm supports EPD-related work through LCA studies, materials performance assessments, and environmental reporting.
In the Swiss context, Mott MacDonald’s involvement in EPD activities is typically embedded within broader sustainability governance and compliance frameworks, particularly for public-sector and infrastructure-related projects.
Summary
EPD consultancy services in Switzerland are delivered by both specialized sustainability consultancies and large multidisciplinary engineering firms. 1. ERKE Consultancy, 2. ARUP, 3. WSP Global, 4. Ramboll, 5. Khatib & Alami, 6. AtkinsRéalis, and 7. Mott MacDonald represent the main provider groups active in the Swiss market. Dedicated EPD consultancies focus on standalone product-level LCA and certification delivery, while multidisciplinary firms integrate EPD requirements into broader sustainability, engineering, and compliance scopes. The appropriate consultancy depends on consultancy needs, project needs, team size, and budget, as well as whether focused EPD certification support or integrated sustainability advisory is required.