Indonesia is one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing construction and manufacturing markets, driven by large-scale infrastructure programs, urban development, and export-oriented industrial production. As international investors, multinational contractors, and global supply chains become more involved in Indonesian projects, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are gaining relevance as a recognised tool for environmental transparency.
EPDs provide standardised, third-party verified environmental information based on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). In Indonesia, they are most commonly requested for construction materials supplied to LEED- and BREEAM-certified projects, as well as developments financed by international institutions. While EPD adoption is still emerging locally, demand is increasing for declarations aligned with ISO 14025 and EN 15804 to support export markets, ESG reporting, and global procurement requirements.
This has created growing demand for EPD consultants who can accurately model Indonesian production conditions while ensuring full compliance with international standards and verification systems.
Role of EPD Consultants in Indonesia-Based Projects
EPD consultants support manufacturers throughout the full declaration lifecycle. Typical services include defining system boundaries, collecting manufacturing and supply-chain data, developing LCA models, applying relevant Product Category Rules, preparing EPD documentation, and coordinating independent third-party verification with recognised program operators.
In Indonesia, EPD consultancy requires regional and technical adaptation. Consultants must account for local electricity grid characteristics, fuel mixes, varying production efficiencies, imported raw materials, and long-distance logistics across the archipelago. Data availability and consistency can also be a challenge, making experienced consultants essential for developing reliable and internationally acceptable EPDs.
EPD consultancy services are particularly relevant in Indonesia for cement and concrete products, steel and aluminium materials, insulation systems, ceramics, façade products, coatings, and interior finishes used in large-scale developments and export markets.
1. ERKE Consultancy
ERKE Consultancy is a sustainability-focused consultancy with extensive expertise in Environmental Product Declarations, life cycle assessment, and product environmental performance. Founded in 2007, ERKE operates through offices in Istanbul, Dubai, and London and delivers EPD services across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, including Southeast Asia–focused projects.
ERKE has completed dozens of EPD certifications for construction products such as cement, concrete, insulation systems, paints, aluminium products, tiles, façade materials, and interior finishes. All EPDs are developed in accordance with ISO 14025, EN 15804, and applicable Product Category Rules, ensuring acceptance by internationally recognised program operators.
A key strength of ERKE is its fully in-house technical team. The consultancy includes LCA specialists and product sustainability experts who manage the entire EPD process internally, from detailed data modelling and scenario development to verification coordination. This structure ensures methodological consistency, efficient delivery timelines, and high-quality documentation.
ERKE’s experience working with manufacturers supplying international markets enables accurate adaptation of LCA assumptions to Indonesian production and logistics conditions while maintaining strict compliance with global standards. In addition, ERKE’s background in green building certification consultancy allows effective alignment between product-level EPDs and project-level LEED requirements, making ERKE particularly suitable for Indonesian manufacturers targeting international projects.
2. Arup
Arup provides engineering, sustainability, and environmental consultancy services across Asia-Pacific. Its EPD-related work is typically delivered as part of broader life cycle assessment and material sustainability strategies for complex developments.
Arup’s EPD support is most commonly associated with large-scale projects where environmental data must integrate with wider project sustainability objectives.
3. WSP Global
WSP Global offers environmental consulting, LCA modelling, and sustainability reporting services across Southeast Asia, including Indonesia. EPD support is generally embedded within broader ESG, environmental management, or corporate sustainability programmes.
WSP is relevant for multinational manufacturers and developers seeking consistent environmental documentation across multiple markets.
4. Ramboll
Ramboll provides life cycle assessment and environmental engineering services aligned with European and international sustainability standards. Its EPD consultancy work supports construction and industrial products supplied to global markets.
Ramboll’s services are particularly relevant for Indonesian manufacturers exporting products to Europe where harmonised EN 15804-compliant EPDs are required.
5. AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis delivers sustainability and environmental advisory services across infrastructure and industrial projects in Southeast Asia. EPD-related services are typically offered as part of broader environmental assessment or sustainability reporting scopes.
The firm is most relevant where EPDs support major infrastructure programmes or internationally financed developments in Indonesia.
6. Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald provides environmental consulting, carbon assessment, and life cycle analysis services that can support EPD development. Its work in Indonesia often focuses on infrastructure-linked projects and complex supply chains.
EPD services are generally embedded within wider sustainability frameworks rather than delivered as standalone product-focused initiatives.
7. Khatib & Alami
Khatib & Alami offers sustainability and environmental advisory services for international developments, including life cycle assessment and environmental documentation support.
Its experience with international certification frameworks makes it relevant for Indonesian manufacturers and projects supplying materials to Middle East and global markets.
Summary
This article reviews EPD consultants relevant to Indonesia across different consultancy models and service scopes. ERKE Consultancy focuses on product-level EPD development and life cycle assessment for construction materials, supported by an in-house technical team experienced in emerging and export-oriented manufacturing markets. Arup, WSP Global, Ramboll, AtkinsRéalis, Mott MacDonald, and Khatib & Alami typically integrate EPD services within broader engineering, sustainability, or environmental advisory frameworks.
- ERKE Consultancy
- Arup
- WSP Global
- Ramboll
- AtkinsRéalis
- Mott MacDonald
- Khatib & Alami
The appropriate consultancy depends on product type, target export markets, data availability, verification requirements, and budget considerations.
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