About Us
Blue Marble was founded in recognition that businesses and organisations have the power to influence major social and cultural change. We understand that in order for an organisation to be sustainable and future proof its value, it needs to thrive. Our approach starts with the bottom line and focuses on the alignment of organisational priorities with environmental impact management.

We Are On a Mission
We are a team of Environmental Management Consultants, with diverse professional and scientific backgrounds delivering high quality support and advice through the Blue Marble Partnership model. We focus on ‘bottom up’ impact measurement, creating bespoke data sets and full life cycle assessments for our clients, based on primary data. This provides highly accurate inventories, allowing for an actionable emissions reduction strategy that is not just based on ‘doing less’. We are a ‘hybrid’ business delivering bespoke advice and creating technology platforms and tools to achieve efficiency. Our team of trusted experts work according only to the highest international standards and protocols.
Leadership
Our team of trusted experts work according only to the highest international standards and protocols.

Henry Waite
Founder & MDHenry has been involved in developing renewable energy and environmental projects for over 15 years. During his career, Henry has developed extensive and practical expertise across a range of technologies including, Biogas, Photovoltaic, wind power and onsite Carbon Capture. While working more latterly with Renewable Natural Gas projects, Henry built up an in-depth working knowledge of Carbon measurement and mitigation strategies. Henry founded Blue Marble to bring that industry insight and experience to businesses and organisations across all sectors. Henry’s aim is to provide the tools and support to allow Blue Marble’s partners to thrive, while at the same time having a positive impact on the environment.

Tim Kemp
Head of TechnicalTim holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Marine Biology and Environmental Resource Assessment. He initially specialised in land reclamation and remediation and later focused on Environmental Impact Assessments for renewable energy projects. Over a decade, he worked with a Canadian IFC EBRD funded company, serving as Director of Health, Safety, Environment, and Land Management. This role provided hands-on experience in driving environmental and social development within a business context, optimising both short and long-term transitions for the benefit of communities, government, investors, and the company. Tim joined Blue Marble with the goal of aiding organisations struggling with the shift to a lower carbon model, perceiving this as a crucial step amid the current environmental trajectory. His expertise is increasingly vital for sustainable and successful organisations.

Sam McGarrick
Head of AdvisorySam joined Blue Marble in January 2022 and heads up Blue Marble’s Advisory division, conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and producing Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) on a range of commercial products. He has experience of conducting LCA in fashion, FMCG, construction, electronics and sustainability sectors. Prior to joining Blue Marble Sam worked for a private investment firm overseeing a broad portfolio of companies and before that was Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QHSE) Director at a large multi-national logistics firm based in the Middle East. Sam is a trained LCA Practitioner and has a Bachelor’s degree in business and a Master’s degree in Law from SOAS, University of London.
Governance

Guy Rigby
AdvisorGuy Rigby, a versatile entrepreneur and qualified chartered accountant, boasts a dynamic career spanning various industries, including IT, property, defense, manufacturing, and retail. He’s held senior partner positions at two accountancy firms, served as a finance director, and provided expert guidance to numerous entrepreneurial businesses. In 2008, Guy joined Smith & Williamson, establishing the Entrepreneurial Services Group, which became a sought-after destination for entrepreneurs seeking commercial, tax, and corporate finance advice. Renowned as one of the financial world’s top 50 influencers, Guy authored “From Vision to Exit,” a celebrated guide to building and selling businesses. He’s also a philanthropic record-breaker, rowing across the Atlantic in 2021, raising £750,000 for UnLtd, and now runs The Entrepreneurs’ Adviser. Visit www.guyrigby.com for more.

Atta Ajaybi
Scientific Advisor
Christopher Beese
Adviser, Corporate GovernanceChristopher joined Blue Marble in December 2023 and provides advice in communications, risk, health, safety, information security, data protection, standards, process and non-financial audit. He has thirty years experience in this field, as director, company secretary and chief administrative officer, managing the corporate governance for businesses in the UK and UAE operating into high threat environments. He concurrently chairs environmental working groups for local government and the voluntary sector.
Latest Insights

Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) Strategy Builder
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Unsure how to group products for the most cost-effective EPD strategy? Our team of environmental experts have built a tool to help you build the best strategy for your product lines.

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The Complete Guide to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
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Discover the complete guide to Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), including a helpful checklist to help you prepare for your own LCA. Whether you’re new to the concept, or looking to learn more about what to expect from the process, our handbook will help.