Sustainability Is No Longer Optional — But It Shouldn’t Be Overwhelming
Since 2016, we have been a trusted partner to brands selling to: Walmart • Target • REI • Specialty Retailers
Smart 21st-century brands understand that sustainability isn’t going away, and here’s just a few reasons why measuring & improving your brand’s sustainability performance makes sense:
- Rising costs are squeezing margins
- Sustainability-related regulations are increasing
- Retailers expect credible sustainability data
- Consumers support brands that align with their values
- Assessments are time-consuming and unclear
Most brands don’t have the time, staff, or clarity to keep up — and guessing creates risk.
We help you move forward confidently and responsibly.
The Emerger Framework
A clear, practical path to a Compliance-Ready Brand.
MEASURE
REDUCE
COMPLY
PROFIT
Understand emissions, packaging, and retailer & regulatory risks.
Cut costs, waste, materials, emissions, turnover, and risks.
Meet retailer expectations, EPR for Packaging, PFAS, Climate, and FTC Green Guides regulations with confidence.
Protect margins, avoid fines, hedge rising costs, secure shelf space, and strengthen brand value.
We don’t sell sustainability. We build the business case behind it.
Your Outsourced Sustainability Team
World-class sustainability expertise—without hiring a full-time team.
Get Your Sustainability House in Order in 30 Days—Without Hiring a Full-Time Team.
Sustainability gap assessments, scorecards, and reporting — done right in 90-120 Days.
Scope 1, 2, and 3 measurement, target-setting, reduction plans, and reporting.
Stay ahead of emerging sustainability requirements and risk.
Emerger Strategies is also a sustainability solutions provider, so we can offer your brand everything from more sustainable packaging options to sustainability software solutions.
Real Results for Authentic Fishing & Outdoor Brands
$430K+ in reduced operating costs for clients
16.9% increase in customer loyalty driven by credible sustainability initiatives
Improved retailer sustainability scores
- Improved CDP scores
- Achieved Walmart GigaGuru status
We focus on intentional progress, not perfection. Explore Case Studies.
“Emerger Strategies has been an incredible partner for Crazy Creek. They’ve helped us comply with our REI Product Impact Standards and OIA’s Climate Action Corp requirements by measuring GHG emissions, setting science-based targets and creating a Climate Action Plan. This has set us up with a clear path to path to meet both our sustainability goals and GHG reduction targets.”
Karson Bagby, Co-Owner, Crazy Creek Products
“We have loved working with Emerger Strategies over the years to help us measure and improve our sustainability performance, including helping us effectively communicate the difference we are making, which has significantly increased our customer loyalty!”
Corinne & Garrison Doctor, Co-Owners, RepYourWater
“Emerger Strategies has been vital in helping us exceed our sustainability goals, and I highly recommend them to any company who needs help with retailer sustainability compliance! With Emerger Strategies’ comprehensive approach to sustainability, we have been able to take our reporting to the next level by employing their advanced knowledge, in addition to responding to and improving our scorecards for the annual CDP, THESIS and Project Gigaton reporting cycles.”
Carrie Orr, Sr. Director of Production & Compliance, Blue Sky
“We hired Emerger Strategies to analyze Z-Man’s sustainability performance, and after completing an assessment, Rick helped steer us towards installing solar at our headquarters, which has saved us about $80,000 per year on our power bill while also reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. I would recommend Emerger Strategies to any business who wants guidance on how to make the business case for sustainability.”
Daniel Nussbaum, CEO, Z-Man Fishing Products
Who We Work With
A Good Fit If You:
✔ Are a fishing or outdoor brand
✔ Sell (or want to sell) to major retailers
✔ Need sustainability expertise without building a team
✔ Want clarity, not complexity
Emerger Strategies is your trusted partner in sustainability.
As Seen In
2023: Rick Crawford, is named in the “50 Most Influential People” by Charleston Business Magazine.
2022: Rick Crawford is named “one of the fifteen people, places, and ideas forging the South of tomorrow“ and named “The Lowcountry’s Green Guide” by Garden & Gun Magazine in the April/May 2022 fifteenth anniversary issue.
Additionally, Emerger Strategies was featured in the 2021 Patagonia film DROP, which follows a single drop of water from its starting point atop the Continental Divide to its final destination in the Pacific Ocean:
