
UK-based sustainability-focused consulting firm SLR announced today the acquisition of sustainability advisory firm SB&CO.
Founded in 2020 by Nigel Salter and Penny Baxter, UK-based SB&CO advises companies on strategy, sustainability activation and integration, ESG, stakeholder engagement and communications. Services provided by the firm include support for companies in developing and executing net-zero roadmaps, Scope 1–3 emissions strategies and decarbonization planning.
SB&CO co-founders Nigel Salter and Penny Baxter said:
“We see SLR as being perfectly suited to serve global clients’ needs across the full spectrum of sustainability challenges – and the idea of helping to build this pure-play global sustainability offer matches the ambitions of ourselves and our fantastic team.”
SLR provides advisory services for organizations to build projects responsibly, manage environmental risks, and transition to low-carbon, sustainable business models. The new acquisition will enhance its ability to offer integrated sustainability solutions to clients, the company said.
SLR said:
“SB&CO is a highly respected consultancy working across sustainability strategy, technical advisory and sustainability communications – from strategy to story. Advising many of the world’s most influential companies and brands, SB&CO brings an exceptional track record of helping organisations navigate complex sustainability challenges with clarity, ambition and impact.”

