CAG Consultants
Informing Positive Change
Evidence-based consultancy and engagement to support and inform positive change
CAG Consultants are leaders in evidence-based research, advice, and engagement for environmental, economic and social sustainability.
Delivered by our nationwide team of independent experts for over 40 years, our work informs and supports positive change.
AREAS WE Work in
Energy, Low Carbon and Net Zero
CAG partners have specialist knowledge in areas such as low carbon strategies, energy efficiency, fuel poverty, community energy and electricity markets.
Climate Resilience and Adaptation
Our climate is rapidly changing and impacts are already being seen in all sectors. Understanding the risks and opportunities this presents is of increasing importance to many organisations and communities.
Communities and Placemaking
Having been involved in the original work advocating sustainable development in the UK, we feel strongly that it is important to take care of the human dimension when addressing environmental or economic challenges.
Air Quality
Our work focuses on those who are especially vulnerable to the effects of pollution, such as young children and those who are exposed to high levels of pollution through their work, such as ambulance and bus drivers.
Just Transition and the Green Economy
CAG have a team of highly skilled and experienced economists who provide a range of economic development services.
Nature and Biodiversity
We are leaders in policy and programme evaluation design and delivery and have carried out a number of evaluations relating to nature and biodiversity, including process and impact evaluations.
Our Co-operative Approach
We are proud of the unique structure of our business. It is at the heart of the way we work with you and of the work we deliver for you.
Our Services
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
At CAG Consultants, we are skilled at evaluating projects of all sizes and complexities. We focus on thorough evaluations and research for major, complex projects. Through our work, we have gained significant experience in creating straightforward plans for success on collaborative projects, helping to ensure they achieve their goals.
Research and Policy
Using our skills in quantitative and qualitative research, we help our clients to develop and promote evidence-based, effective policy and programmes.
We can draw together current knowledge, deploy participatory approaches to gather perspectives and summarise the empirical evidence, in order to make robust and practical recommendations.
Facilitation, Consultation And Training
We provide independent public and stakeholder consultation services that improve engagement and save you time and money.
We can design and facilitate events ranging from one-hour meetings to full day workshops. We also develop and deliver training on a wide range of topics, which we can bring to your premises.
Economic Analysis
At CAG Consultants, our team of expert economists delivers top-notch economic development services. We are well-versed in planning and provide thorough economic analysis to help our clients understand the social and economic impacts of their projects. By using the latest methods and local economic data, we ensure that our analyses are both accurate and useful.
Climate Risk and Opportunity Assessment
At CAG Consultants, we believe that understanding the local nuances of climate change is essential for crafting robust strategies that leverage both risks and opportunities. Our expert team employs innovative methodologies tailored to diverse spatial scales, allowing us to deeply analyse exposure, sensitivity, and vulnerability in various contexts. By integrating cutting-edge assessments, we help organisations and communities navigate the complexities of climate-related challenges, ensuring that they not only adapt but thrive in an evolving environment.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science
We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data science to help our clients solve complex social and environmental problems. Our team combines deep subject knowledge with modern digital tools. This allows us to provide clear insights from large amounts of information. We focus on using these technologies in a way that is ethical and easy to understand.
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Testimonials & Featured Clients
Our Latest News
North West Community Energy Pathways: Supporting the North West Net Zero Hub
The North West Community Energy Pathways programme, commissioned by the North West Net Zero Hub and funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, set out to strengthen the region’s community energy ecosystem and deliver the national Community Energy Fund...
Organisational Climate Risk Assessment for South of Scotland Enterprise
South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE), the economic and community development agency for Dumfries and Galloway and the Scottish Borders, wanted to strengthen its organisational resilience to climate change and meet growing expectations on public bodies to assess...
Climate Ready Dumfries and Galloway: Building a Regional Adaptation Partnership
Galloway & Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere and Dumfries & Galloway Council commissioned CAG Consultants to lay the foundations for a new regional climate adaptation partnership: Climate Ready Dumfries and Galloway. The work was funded through the Scottish...