EHS Due Diligence
Independent EHS Due Diligence Audit & Assurance Solutions
Our ESG due diligence & ESDD help organisations assess risks before mergers, acquisitions, or investments, ensuring compliance and long-term value.
We work with global codes, standards and guidelines especially IFC Performance Standards (IFC PS), ISO 14015, World Bank EHS Guidelines, ASTM standards, GRI Standards, Legal requirements in India.
The level of entity characterization and quantification depends on the buyer/investor’s requirements.
Our Environmental Due Diligence Audit Service or EDD identifies the existing & potential environmental risks or hazards associated with the facility or projects in India. Consultivo conducts evaluation on behalf of organisations and project proponents, as part of their due diligence around investments, mergers and acquisitions.
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- EHS Due Diligence
Our EHS due diligence process is meant to
- characterize a target entity (site/operation/business) sufficiently in terms of environmental aspects, Occupational Health & Safety hazards, and
- communicate risks or liabilities that are material to the buyer or investor
The main goal of our EHS due diligence in India is to provide a full picture of what our customers are acquiring.
EHS Due Diligence generally covers
- Potential subsurface risks (Phase I ESA) as defined by ASTM standard E1527 focusing mostly of soil and groundwater quality issues
- Operational risks include compliance issues associated with regulations applicable to an operation
- Infrastructure risks like any contamination issues connected with buildings, utilities, or other structures
- EHS Governance related risks
We work with global codes, standards and guidelines especially IFC Performance Standards (IFC PS), ISO 14015, World Bank EHS Guidelines, ASTM standards, GRI Standards, Legal requirements in India.
The level of entity characterization and quantification depends on the buyer/investor’s requirements.
- Environmental Due Diligence
Our Environmental due diligence or EDD process is meant to
- characterize a target entity (site/operation/business) sufficiently in terms of environmental aspects and
- communicate risks or liabilities that are material to the buyer or investor
The main goal is to provide a full picture of what our customers are acquiring.
It’s an independent assessment without any commercial bias or conflict of interest.
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EHS Audits
Identify the EHS risks in your unit/operations that may lead to a loss.
Environmental Audit
For a gap assessment in overall environmental management, governance, compliance & performances.
Environmental Compliance Audit
Identifying gaps related to environmental regulations and industry-specific compliance.
OHS Audits
Assess occupational health and safety risks.
EHS Audits
Identify the EHS risks in your unit/operations that may lead to a loss.
HR Audit
Optimise your HR practices and enhance employee satisfaction with our expert HR audits.
Business & Human Rights Impact Assessment
Ensuring that workforce-related risks, including compliance with labour laws and human rights issues, are thoroughly evaluated.
Environmental & Social Impact Assessment (ESIA)
Assess the potential environmental and social impacts of a project to identify mitigation measures
EHS Due Diligence
Consultivo conducts evaluation on behalf of organisations and project proponents as part of their due diligence around investments, mergers and acquisitions. Our EHS due diligence (EHSDD) & Environmental Due-diligence (EDD) audit service in India identifies the potential & existing EHS risks or hazards associated with the activities or project.
We have completed over 1,000 Environment Health and Safety audits and provided EHS compliance assistance around the world. Our projects range from compliance audits to international due diligence, comprehensive EHS auditing to large scale reviews and environmental assessment.
We identify and prioritize current, contingent, and future EHS and sustainability exposures leading to unexpected liabilities.
What will you get – the outcome
Upon completion of the EHS or Environmental due diligence process, a detailed report is prepared by the Consultivo auditors. The report content generally includes:
- Executive summary including graphical performance indicators
- Compliance status against EHS statutory and regulatory requirements through a detailed Environment Health and Safety Audit
- Visualization of collected data
- identification of areas of potential concern & recommendations for the improvement of the EHS performance
- Recommendations for future investigations including estimated costs and required by law implementation deadlines
- Overall summary of site EHS performance including strengths and areas for improvement.
- Comprehensive and segmental quantified rating/scoring (applicable for protocol assessment)
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Your challenge
We work with global codes, standards and guidelines especially IFC Performance Standards (IFC PS), ISO 14015, ISO 14016, ISO 14001,aCompliances to Statutory requirements & regulations related to Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) system has become part of critical business risks. If not managed properly, they may lead to significant loss exposure. They can influence the brand reputation, financials and the value of an enterprise.
As a result, the investors, funders or project proponents need to understand the EHS risk exposure before, during and post-merger & acquisition (M&A). A quality Environmental or EHS due diligence due diligence helps in accurate and strategic decision making. World Bank EHS Guidelines, ASTM E 1527, ASTM E 1528, GRI Standards, country, region and industry-specific statutory & regulatory requirements.
The level of entity characterization and quantification depends on the buyer/investor’s requirements.
Do you have a need for something else in your organisation that does not fit into the scope of a regular EHS due diligence?
We are happy to work with you to develop a custom- made service that meets your stated needs. You can rely on our expertise to advise and guide you in your journey towards an effective risk management.
How Consultivo Conducts EHS and ESG Due-Diligence
Our Due-Diligence Process
Data Collection & Assessment
Gathering relevant data on your operations, supply chain, and value chain for detailed analysis.
Stakeholder Engagement
Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to understand potential risks and opportunities.
On-Site Assessment
Conducting physical site visits to evaluate real-time conditions and identify non-compliance issues.
Gap Analysis & Risk Mapping
Identifying gaps in current practices and mapping potential risks across environmental, social, and governance aspects.
Reporting & Recommendations
Providing a detailed report with actionable recommendations for mitigating identified risks.
About Consultivo Due Diligence Audit Services
Consultivo specialises in ESG and Sustainability-focused due diligence, designed to support pre-investment for Greenfield and Brownfield projects and M&A decisions.
With expertise in key areas such as ESG Due Diligence, ESDD, EHS Due Diligence, OHS Due Diligence, Environmental Due Diligence, HR Due Diligence, and Business & Human Rights Diligence.
As an ESG Due Diligence Consulting company or due diligence audit service provider, we help investors and companies identify risks and liabilities, assess compliance, and unlock opportunities for sustainable growth. We support informed, responsible, and strategic decision-making.
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Major service verticals include Safety, Sustainability, Environment & Energy, CSR, Management Systems, Organisational Development and Human Capital Development.
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Why EHS Due diligence?
Definition of EHS Due Diligence
Statutory requirements, regulations and compliance continue to be the foundation of any Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) system. Deviation from the same may lead to significant loss exposure. EHS and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) aspects of a Company’s performance are becoming more important to brand and reputation and can influence financials and the value of an enterprise.
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An EHS due-diligence identifies tangible and intangible, present, probable & future EHS risks and liabilities associated with a transaction, as well as identifying EHS elements that will provide ongoing value post-deal.
Consultivo provides complete range of transaction support due diligence services in India and around the world, that include:
- Environmental Due Diligence or EDD
- Environmental and Health Safety due diligence or EHS DD
- E&S Due Diligence – ESDD
- ESG Due Diligence
- Human Resource Due Diligence HRDD
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment or ESIA
- Safety Compliance or OHS Legal Audit
- Environmental Audit
What are the benefits of EHS Due diligence?
Benefits of EHS Due diligence
EHS Due diligence provides a model to find out the present, probable and future Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety risks when setting up and operating a project. The benefits of using an effective EHS Due-diligence include:
- Higher confidence of the stakeholders like investors, lenders, statutory bodies and buyers with greater transparency and their level of loss exposures.
- Project owners can maximise their return and protect their interests by building EHS and sustainability into the terms of the transaction.
- Potentially reduced rates of accidents, injuries, ill health, litigation costs and improved productivity
- Reduction of unplanned cleanup costs, regulatory penalties, or capital improvements
Consultivo offers the full range services related to Environmental Due Diligence, EHS due diligence, ESG Due Diligence, Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) and Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD) in India and around the world.
What are the quality factors of a due diligence project?
EHS Due diligence audit projects have different focus areas and success factors at each stage of the Merger & Acquisition (M&A) process.
However, few of the general quality factors are listed below:
- Materiality issues in EHS due-diligence
- Statutory and Regulatory Compliance for EHS & CSR
- Physical Asset Condition
- Brand & Product Compliance & Accountability
- EHS or Environmental Management Systems
- Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Strategy
- Climate Risks
- Occupational Health & Safety Risks including OHS Management System and Safety Culture
Consultivo provides complete range of transaction support due diligence services in India and around the world, that include:
- Environmental due diligence or EDD
- Environmental and Health Safety due diligence or EHS DD
- E&S Due Diligence – ESDD
- ESG Due Diligence
- Human Rights Due Diligence
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment or ESIA
How does Consultivo approach EHS Due diligence?
EHS Due Diligence Service
The generic approach is illustrated below:
Stage 1: Scoping of EHS due-diligence
Understanding the requirement & expectations of management
Finalise the approach appropriate to the transaction, industry and business issues
Outcome: Workable Scope of Work (SoW) or ToR
Stage 2: Information Review
- Collection & review of project data and information
- Site visit
- Secondary research including media information
- Discussions with relevant third parties
Outcome: As-Is-Situation Assessment & related gaps and identification of material issues
Stage 3: Data collection, compilation, analysis and interpretation
- Review and input into transaction documentation
- Further technical investigations
- Discussions with control authorities/third parties/Risk transfer
Outcome: Risk and Opportunity Report
Stage 4: Post deal issues (in case of Merger & Acquisition)
- Development of priority action plan
- Implement plan and monitoring
- Ongoing risk management
- Support for post-deal integration
Outcome: Post deal management plan
However, our approach for EHS due diligence service is flexible, taking account of the purpose of the transaction, materiality and market and stakeholder expectations.
Consultivo provides complete range of transaction support due diligence services in India and around the world, that include:
- Environmental due diligence or EDD
- Environmental and Health Safety due diligence or EHS DD
- E&S Due Diligence – ESDD
- ESG Due Diligence
- Human Resource Due Diligence HRDD
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment or ESIA
- Safety Compliance or OHS Legal Audit
- Environmental Audit
