about us

Who we are

At Hedgehog, we pragmatically and entrepreneurially guide organisations in their sustainable transition. With a strong focus on two pillars: environmental impact analyses and sustainable strategic change.

We do this with a data-driven approach, that delivers clear insights into sustainable performance. We provide accurate analyses, practical tools, and tailored strategies that are actionable, realistic, and cost-effective.

Our ambition is clear: a climate-neutral future by 2030. Our team of experienced sustainability experts, with extensive knowledge across various sectors, has successfully guided many organisations in their next steps towards more sustainability.


Meet the Hedgehogs

Joost

Joost

Co-Founder
Joost

Joost

Co-Founder
Imme

Imme

Senior Expert Sustainability / Sustainable Construction
Imme

Imme

Senior Expert Sustainability / Sustainable Construction
Philip

Philip

Co-Founder
Philip

Philip

Co-Founder
Zoë

Zoë

Sustainability Expert & Team Lead
Zoë

Zoë

Sustainability Expert & Team Lead
Rik

Rik

Sustainability Expert & Team Lead
Rik

Rik

Sustainability Expert & Team Lead
Saro

Saro

Co-Founder
Saro

Saro

Co-Founder
Clara

Clara

Head of Communications
Clara

Clara

Head of Communications
Gloria

Gloria

Sustainability Expert
Gloria

Gloria

Sustainability Expert
Max

Max

Writing & Research
Max

Max

Writing & Research
Mees

Mees

Sustainable Construction Expert
Mees

Mees

Sustainable Construction Expert
Ricardo

Ricardo

NOx Expert
Ricardo

Ricardo

NOx Expert
François

François

Sustainability Manager
François

François

Sustainability Manager
Luc

Luc

Head of Design
Luc

Luc

Head of Design
Victor

Victor

Sustainability Expert
Victor

Victor

Sustainability Expert
Marijn

Marijn

Junior Sustainability Expert
Marijn

Marijn

Junior Sustainability Expert
Joël

Joël

Sustainability Expert
Joël

Joël

Sustainability Expert
Nata

Nata

Sustainability Expert
Nata

Nata

Sustainability Expert
Casper

Casper

Junior NOx expert
Casper

Casper

Junior NOx expert
Learn more about Hedgehog
Our core Values

How we do it

Entrepreneurship

We focus on opportunities, not obstacles. Flexible and pragmatic, we adapt quickly to new insights and deliver solutions that are thorough and future-ready—never cutting corners. This ensures our clients are fully equipped to take their next step with confidence.

Energetic

Our energetic approach brings clarity to sustainability, inspiring both our clients and their stakeholders. Through active collaboration, we help organisations understand their opportunities and appreciate the impact of sustainable decisions.

Holistic

Sustainability demands a broad perspective, grounded in systems thinking. We create solutions at multiple levels, identifying opportunities that others often overlook. By staying ahead of trends and regulations, we help our clients prepare for a sustainable future.

Purpose-driven

Our company was founded out of a deep commitment to safeguarding our planet’s future. While humanity has caused significant harm to the environment, we believe our generation has the chance to make things right—and we’re determined to seize that opportunity.
Our approach

What we do

Data-driven guidance

What you don’t measure, you can’t manage. We provide precise insights into your sustainability performance and progress, customised to your organisation and value chain.

Our guidance is based on quantified metrics from life cycle assessments (LCA's) and your carbon footprint.

Pragmatic solutions

Sustainability doesn’t have to be complicated or costly. Our pragmatic approach delivers immediate, tailored benefits.

We focus on practical, straightforward solutions that help you make real progress.

Clear communication

We present your environmental impact in an easy-to-understand and engaging way, so you can use these insights effectively, both internally and externally.

With our guidance, you can confidently share your sustainability achievements without the risk of greenwashing, greenhushing, or greenwishing. Sustainability becomes clear and tangible.

From start-ups to large, established companies, and whether you offer products, processes, or services; we provide a tailored solution.

Board of Advisory

Our Advisory Board provides non-binding strategic advice and support, including guidance on sustainable business practices, market trends, and industry developments. They also offer feedback on our products and services. Their input helps us make informed decisions and achieve our sustainability goals.

Piet-Hein Goossens
Board of Advisory

Piet-Hein spent 14 years at Accenture Strategy as an advisor to CFOs and their organisations. Since then he started to focus on sustainability. To this end, he works at the Black Jaguar Foundation and the North Sea Farmers. The Black Jaguar Foundation is an NGO working to realize the Araguaia Biodiversity Corridor in Brazil. This will be 2,600 km long and requires the restoration of 1.7 billion trees. The North Sea Farmers are committed to the large-scale cultivation of seaweed in the North Sea as part of future agriculture. Piet-Hein’s strategic business background, analytical skills and enthusiasm form a key role in our Advisory Board.

Coyan Tromp
Board of Advisory

Coyan Tromp is an assistant professor and curriculum developer at the Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Amsterdam (UvA). She specialises in issues concerning complex problems, interdisciplinary solutions and paradigm changes. She wrote the book Wicked Philosophy: Philosophy for Science and Vision Development for Complex Problems, among others. Coyan was one of the founders of the Future Planet Studies bachelor’s degree at the University of Amsterdam. This bachelor is also the cradle for Hedgehog; each of our three founders graduated in this. With her philosophical-scientific background and interdisciplinary view, Coyan is a fixed value in the Board of Advisory.

It's in the name

Hedgehog

The name
Our company is named after the hedgehog, a small mammal that has a unique way of protecting itself from external threats. When danger arises, the hedgehog curls up into a spiky ball and calmly waits for the threat to pass. Sounds familiar?
The metaphor
The hedgehog represents the current mindset of many people when it comes to climate change: they retreat into a comfort zone or focus solely on their own needs. Some consciously remain in their safe, prickly ball because the status quo is profitable. Others are unable – or unwilling – to face the threat.
The action
However, the threat of climate change is becoming increasingly urgent. Instead of withdrawing and waiting, now is the time for action. This is why Hedgehog was founded in 2019: to address climate change with concrete, effective solutions. We make sustainability understandable and practical, so it’s not an abstract concept anymore, but something tangible and clear.

Get in touch

Whether you are a large or small business, a start-up or a company with a long history, offering a product, process, or service, we respond swiftly and support you in taking your next step.