ESG Research and Analytics, From Field to Boardroom
ESG research and analytics turns ground-level evidence into boardroom-ready decisions. Consultivo combines sustainability research, social surveys and strategic research insights, powered by our proprietary ESGSlate AI platform and grounded in 17+ years of domain expertise across 20+ countries.
What Our ESG Research and Analytics Practice Delivers
ESG research and analytics is the disciplined collection, validation and interpretation of environmental, social and governance data, so organisations can make credible, defensible decisions. Consultivo offers this as five connected services under one expert partner.
Socio-Economic Research and Surveys
ESG and BRSR Benchmarking
Materiality Assessment
Employee and Safety Culture Surveys
Sector Reports and Strategic Research Insights
Why Choose Consultivo as Your Research and Analytics Partner
Investor-grade rigour, not a generic survey house. Our research carries the credibility that regulators, boards and development financiers look for.
IFC and World Bank Approved
An approved independent consultant for IFC-funded projects, so findings are accepted by international financiers.
AA1000 Licensed Assurance Provider
Assurance-grade discipline built into every research and analytics engagement.
ESG Advisory Heritage
Deep ESG advisory and assurance background informs how we frame, gather and read the data.
ESGSlate AI Platform
Our proprietary platform powers every project for speed, validation and accuracy.
17+ Years, 20+ Countries
Field and analytical experience across 750+ organisations and diverse geographies.
Six Domain Verticals
Subject-matter experts across ESG, CSR, safety, environment, human rights and business excellence.
Our ESG Research and Analytics Services
We customise every research engagement around your objectives, stakeholders and industry context. Whether you need data from the ground or analytics from the desk, we cover the full research lifecycle.
Socio-Economic Research and Surveys
Need assessments, baseline survey and end-line studies, stakeholder engagement and end-of-project impact evaluations for development and infrastructure projects.
For developers, DFI-funded companies, CSR bodies and NGOsExplore our social and socio-economic survey service
ESG and BRSR Benchmarking
Comparative benchmarking of ESG and BRSR performance against sector peers, award evaluation support and best-practice gap analysis, complementing our wider ESG advisory work.
For listed companies and sustainability teamsMateriality Assessment
Single and double materiality assessments that identify, prioritise and map the ESG issues that matter most, aligned to GRI, SEBI BRSR, ISSB, ESRS and TCFD.
For investor-grade disclosureSee our ESG materiality assessment service
Employee and Safety Culture Surveys
Employee engagement studies, satisfaction surveys, safety culture assessments and safety perception surveys, designed with domain precision.
For HR leaders, HSE heads and operations teamsSector Research Reports and Strategic Research Insights
Bespoke strategic research on industry sustainability practices, regulatory trends, climate risks and human rights issues, with data visualisation built in. Publication-ready strategic research insights for trade bodies, investors and policy teams.
For credible, publication-ready research
Powered by ESGSlate, Our AI Analytics Platform
ESGSlate is Consultivo's proprietary AI-enabled platform that powers every research engagement. It converts raw field data into structured, verifiable ESG analytics, faster and more accurately than conventional methods.
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Advanced Data Management and Validation
Multi-source ingestion, automated cleaning and real-time validation against research parameters.
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Statistical Analysis and Interpretation
From descriptive statistics to advanced analytics, the platform surfaces patterns, outliers and correlations.
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Dynamic Data Visualisation and Reporting
Interactive dashboards, infographics and management-ready reports, built to communicate, not just document.
Six Domains We Research
Every study is led by subject-matter experts, so the research design fits the domain, not the other way round.
ESG and Sustainability
- ESG performance research
- Sustainability benchmarking
- Disclosure gap studies
- Investor readiness analysis
CSR and Community
- Need and baseline assessments
- CSR impact evaluations
- Community stakeholder surveys
- Programme monitoring studies
Safety Culture and Perception
- Safety perception surveys
- Safety culture assessments
- Behaviour-based studies
- Leading indicator research
Environment and Climate
- Carbon footprint studies
- Water and biodiversity surveys
- Climate risk research
- Resource efficiency analysis
HR and Human Rights
- Employee engagement surveys
- Workforce wellbeing studies
- Human rights due diligence research
- Labour practice assessments
Business Excellence
- Customer perception surveys
- Leadership and culture studies
- Operational excellence analytics
- Management systems research
A Structured ESG Research Process That Delivers Reliable Results
Every Consultivo research project follows a rigorous, evidence-based methodology aligned to international standards. Here is a summary. Read the full social survey methodology for complete detail on our analytical approach.
Objectives and Scope
Define research questions, boundaries and success criteria with the client and key stakeholders.
Stakeholder Mapping
Identify and categorise all relevant stakeholder groups, internal, external, direct and indirect.
Methodology Design
Select data collection methods, sampling strategy and analytical framework suited to the context.
Tool Development
Design questionnaires, interview guides and observation checklists, validated by subject-matter experts.
Data Collection
Primary and secondary data gathered through field surveys, FGDs, interviews and desk research.
Statistical Analysis
Quantitative and qualitative analysis powered by ESGSlate, validated, cleaned and cross-referenced.
Interpretation
Findings contextualised against benchmarks, standards and sector norms by domain experts.
Output and Recommendations
Research report, management dashboard, action plans and presentations in a clear, actionable format.
Grounded in Internationally Recognised Standards
Consultivo's research is designed in alignment with globally accepted frameworks, which gives our findings credibility, comparability and acceptance by regulators, investors and development financiers.
UNDP Evaluation Guidelines and SDG Framework
Monitoring, evaluation and learning guidelines for development projects, aligned to SDG indicators.
ILO Labour Standards and Decent Work Agenda
Conventions governing research into labour rights, occupational safety and workforce conditions.
IFC Performance Standards and ESMS Guidelines
Environmental and social standards for project-level research and community impact assessments. See the IFC Performance Standards.
GRI Standards for Sustainability Reporting
Standards guiding materiality, stakeholder engagement methodology and ESG data collection. See the GRI Standards.
ISO 26000, Social Responsibility
Guidance on social responsibility principles, stakeholder identification and community engagement design.
BRSR, Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting
SEBI's framework guiding ESG analytics, materiality disclosure and benchmarking for listed companies.
OECD Guidelines and UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
Frameworks for human rights due diligence research and stakeholder consultation methodology.
India CSR Rules and National Voluntary Guidelines
Companies Act 2013 CSR provisions and NVG responsibilities governing survey agencies in India in the CSR space.
All Consultivo research methodologies are proprietary intellectual property of the Consultivo group, developed in alignment with the above standards and refined through 17+ years of field and analytical experience.
Research Built Around Your Context
We work with four distinct buyer groups, each with different objectives, timelines and output requirements.
Development and Infrastructure Projects
Companies implementing infrastructure, energy and development projects that need community-level research for IFC, ADB or bilateral financier compliance.
Listed and Regulated Companies
Organisations managing SEBI BRSR, ESG rating submissions and investor ESG due diligence.
CSR and Sustainability Teams
Corporate CSR and sustainability functions managing community programmes and reporting impact.
HR, HSE and Operations
HR directors, HSE heads and operations managers seeking workforce and safety insights.
On-Site, Remote or Blended Research Delivery
As one of the more agile survey companies in India, we offer three delivery models to suit project scope, geography and timeline.
On-Site Field Research
Full-service field operations with trained research teams deployed to your project locations across India and internationally.
- Community-level socio-economic surveys
- Face-to-face interviews and FGDs
- Observation-based data collection
- Physical verification and validation
Remote Research and Online Surveys
Digitally delivered studies for fast, wide-reach data collection with real-time validation on ESGSlate.
- Online questionnaires and panels
- Telephonic and video interviews
- Digital stakeholder consultations
- Automated data cleaning
Blended, Remote and On-Site
The best of both, combining field depth with digital reach for large, multi-location research programmes.
- Multi-region survey rollouts
- Mixed-method research design
- Central analytics with local teams
- Scalable quality control
Research Outputs Designed to Drive Decisions
Every engagement ends in outputs you can act on. This is where research and analytics becomes decision-ready, turning raw data into strategic research insights for the boardroom.
Research Report
Clear, evidence-led findings with an executive summary and recommendations.
Management Dashboard
Interactive ESGSlate dashboards for live tracking of key indicators.
Strategic Research Insights
Prioritised, decision-ready conclusions linked to strategy and risk.
Action Plans
Practical next steps mapped to owners, timelines and standards.
ESG Research and Analytics, Questions We Hear Often
What types of research projects does Consultivo undertake?
Consultivo undertakes socio-economic surveys, ESG and BRSR benchmarking, materiality assessments, employee and safety culture surveys, and sector research reports. Projects span development, infrastructure, listed companies, CSR programmes and industrial operations across India and internationally.
How does Consultivo ensure the quality and accuracy of research data?
Quality is built in at every stage: expert-validated tools, trained field teams, and automated cleaning and validation on the ESGSlate platform. Data is cross-referenced against research parameters and benchmarks, and findings are interpreted by domain experts before release.
How long does a typical research project take?
Timelines depend on scope, sample size and geography. A focused survey can take four to six weeks, while a multi-location baseline or impact study may run three to six months. We agree a clear timeline during the objectives and scope stage.
What is the difference between primary and secondary research, and which does Consultivo offer?
Primary research gathers new data directly from stakeholders through surveys, interviews and field observation. Secondary research analyses existing sources such as reports, records and databases. Consultivo offers both, and most engagements combine the two for depth and context.
Can Consultivo work with our existing CSR implementing partners?
Yes. We regularly collaborate with in-house teams, NGOs and implementing partners, providing independent research and evaluation while respecting existing relationships and community protocols on the ground.
Is Consultivo recognised by international development financiers?
Consultivo is an IFC and World Bank Group approved independent consultant and an AA1000 Licensed Assurance Provider. Our research is designed to meet the expectations of IFC, ADB and bilateral financiers.
What does a Consultivo research report look like?
A typical report includes an executive summary, methodology, validated findings with data visualisation, benchmarking against standards, and prioritised recommendations. It is usually accompanied by a management dashboard and a presentation for leadership.
What is double materiality, and does Consultivo cover it?
Double materiality assesses both how sustainability issues affect your business (financial materiality) and how your business affects people and the environment (impact materiality). Consultivo covers single and double materiality, aligned to GRI, SEBI BRSR, ISSB and ESRS.
What are strategic research insights in an ESG context?
Strategic research insights are evidence-based conclusions drawn from primary and secondary ESG data that connect field findings to strategy. They help leadership act on risks, materiality and stakeholder priorities with confidence, rather than reacting to raw numbers.
Ready to Turn Data Into Decisions
Partner with an IFC-approved research team and the ESGSlate AI platform for ESG research and analytics you can defend in the boardroom.
About Consultivo
Consultivo is one of the leading ESG Consultants in India
An Advisory, Research, Audit & Training organisation helping global businesses in the areas of Sustainability, Business Excellence & Risk Management both at the strategic and operational levels.
Major service verticals include Safety, Sustainability, Environment & Energy, CSR, Management Systems, Organisational Development and Human Capital Development. Consultivo works with 100+ National and International Sustainability related codes, standards and guidelines.
Apart from Independent External Assurance, as a leading ESG Consultant based in India, Consultivo offers ESG Materiality Assessment and Strategy Consulting, ESG Implementation Handholding, Stakeholder Mapping and Engagement, ESG, Sustainability and BRSR Report Preparation and ESG Report Design.
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