Barcelona, Spain ยท EU & USA

Energy & Sustainability Consultant with a Project Management Edge

I help organizations deliver sustainability programs, provide ESG reporting, manage energy accounting, navigate CSRD compliance, and turn climate commitments into measurable operational outcomes. 8+ years across utilities, government, consulting, and higher education.

Joe St James Lopez, Energy and Sustainability Consultant
MBA, Barcelona Executive Business School
MSc Project Management
GRI / GHG Protocol / CSRD / ESRS / BEP Trained
LEED Green Associate

Sustainability strategy is only as good as its execution.

Most sustainability initiatives don't fail because of bad strategy. They fail because nobody managed the delivery. Stakeholders don't align, data doesn't flow, timelines slip, and reports stall.

That's where I come in. I bring 8+ years of hands-on experience managing energy efficiency programs, renewable energy initiatives, and sustainability reporting across utilities, local government, and consulting firms in the US and Europe.

Education:
MBA + MSc in Project Management (Barcelona Executive Business School)
BA (Davidson College)
Sustainable Development Program (Madras Christian College)

Training & Certifications:
Business Energy Professional (BEP) Training
GRI Standards Core Training
GHG Protocol Corporate Standard
CSRD & ESRS Professional Training
ISO 14001: Environmental Management System Awareness Training
LEED Green Associate

Awards:
Sustainability Scholar at Davidson College
Best Project Award for "A Sustainability Solution for Barcelona" Business Plan at Barcelona Executive Business School

8+
Years in energy & sustainability
100+
Free heat pumps coordinated for low-income households
70+
Solar contractors trained & managed
50+
Commercial buildings analyzed for energy performance
$130K
Increase in DEI-focused program funding secured
50+
Environmental disaster applicants served through energy programs
Director
of Sustainability at Davidson College
E&W
Energy and water sustainability reporting for municipal utility

How I help organizations move forward.

From managing complex sustainability programs to preparing for EU regulatory requirements, I offer hands-on support tailored to where you are in your sustainability journey.

Core Service

Sustainability Program & Project Management

End-to-end management of sustainability initiatives: stakeholder coordination, milestone tracking, timeline management, and reporting. I keep your programs on track and on budget so your team can focus on the work that matters.

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Core Service

Energy Efficiency Program Management

Design and delivery of energy efficiency and decarbonization programs for utilities, municipalities, and organizations. From residential weatherization to commercial building performance, I've managed programs across the full spectrum.

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Core Service

Sustainability Data & Reporting

Managing the process of collecting, organizing, and reporting sustainability data across your organization. I build the systems and workflows that turn fragmented data into clear, actionable reports for stakeholders and regulators.

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Advisory

CSRD Readiness Assessment

Helping SMEs understand what CSRD means for their business, including which ESRS standards apply, what data you'll need to collect, your compliance timeline, and where the gaps are. A clear roadmap so you're not starting from zero when deadlines hit.

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Advisory

GHG Emissions Inventory

Support in calculating your organization's Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions following the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard. From data collection to final inventory, I manage the process end to end.

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Advisory

ESG Reporting

Support in developing and delivering ESG reports aligned with leading frameworks including GRI Standards and ESRS. From defining material topics to structuring disclosures, I help you build a reporting process that meets stakeholder and regulatory expectations.

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Education

Sustainability Education & Training

Masterclasses, lectures, and workshops on sustainability in business, ESG fundamentals, environmental justice, and other topics. Available for business schools, organizations, and professional development programs.

Where I've delivered results.

From municipal utilities to state-wide programs to international business consulting, I've managed sustainability and energy projects across sectors and continents.

2023 - 2024

Sustainability Program Lead

County of Ventura, California

Coordinated green building, energy efficiency, and climate initiatives across county government. Administered training programs, managed governmental grants, and supported Climate Action Plan implementation through statewide coordination and data reporting.

2021 - 2023

Energy Efficiency Program Specialist

CLEAResult

Delivered statewide energy efficiency and decarbonization programs. Managed a no-cost heat pump program serving 100+ low-income households, a disaster-response efficiency program, and contributed to a $130K increase in DEI-focused funding.

2018 - 2021

Renewable Energy Project Lead

Austin Energy

Coordinated municipal renewable energy programs supporting solar and wind adoption. Delivered training for 70+ solar installers, standardized compliance and data management processes, and managed sustainability reporting across energy and water portfolios.

2017 - 2018

Sr Associate, Quantitative Insights

The Gerson Lehrman Group

Delivered rapid-turn research and survey engagements for Big 4 consulting firms advising Fortune 500 clients. Coordinated quality and compliance, providing structured analytical support for strategic decision-making.

2015 - 2016

Director of Sustainability

Davidson College

Led campus-wide sustainability strategy across energy, waste, and stakeholder engagement. Managed cross-departmental initiatives and implemented operational sustainability projects aligned with institutional climate goals.

Practical tools for sustainability teams.

Professional templates, guides, calculators, and AI-powered tools for sustainability management, GHG accounting, ESG reporting, and CSRD compliance. 116 deliverables across 4 toolkits.

  • ESG Foundations Toolkit
  • Sustainability Project Management Toolkit
  • GHG Emissions & Energy Management Toolkit
  • CSRD Readiness & ESRS Reporting Toolkit

Browse Toolkits

Explore individual toolkits or save with bundles. Free ESG Self-Assessment Checklist available.

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Let's talk about your sustainability goals.

Whether you need help managing a sustainability program, preparing for CSRD, calculating your carbon footprint, or bringing sustainability education to your organization, I'd love to hear about your project. Reach out and let's see how I can help.

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