About
SARA HERNANDEZ CONSULTING (SHC) is an independent consulting and R&D firm in the transition of business models and institutional organizations towards green growth. Its areas of intervention are related to the economics of biodiversity, water and climate change adaptation as well as the circular economy and innovative business models; in addition, operational work is offered in the design and implementation of market instruments and innovative financing mechanisms (Payment for Environmental Services (PES), water markets, offset mechanisms, responsible finance). SHC also offers professional training to water managers and farmers' organizations on "payments for environmental services", circular economy strategies and corporate sustainaible (financial) reporting.
AREAS OF ACTIVITIES
Circular EconomyBioeconomy and biobsased solution/systems, Industrial biotechnologiesBiodiversity, natural ressourcesWater (oceans, inland water and water)Agriculture, forestry and rural areas, Farming systemsFood systems, food and Nutrition
COMMUNITY & GOVERNANCE
1 - Relations between farmers, agri-food systems and stakeholders3 - Enhancing the value of agriculture, the link with the rural community and community4 - Implemented environmental footprint and bio-based principle6 - Linking up bioeconomy networks13 - Increasing expertise and skills of specialists through an EU pool of experts specialised in green and adaptable agriculture15 - Boosting the exploitation of R&I projects & results for green and agile agriculture, forestry and rural areas
LAND, OCEANS & WATER
1 - Link Seas/Climate/biodiversity & CO2 pollution3 - Monitoring market trends, opportunities and bottlenecks for agriculture5 - Water systems and activities adaptation6 - EU Partnership Water
CIRCULAR ECONOMY & BIOECONOMY
1 - Circular companies2 - Environment-friendly design & ESPR3 - Environmental impact of products - PEF4 - Producer responsibility (REP)6 - Circular and sustainable transition of SMEs7 - KPI for green and circular economy transformation8 - Demo and tools for circular cities & regions9 - Bio-based products and new market opportunitities12 - Energy saving and industrial bio-based production
FROM CULTURE TO FOOD, FOOD SYSTEMS & NUTRITION
1 - Agricultural systems transition3 - Sustainable water management in agricultural systems12 - Efficient fisheries systems and follow-up19 - Ecological, economic and social dimensions of sustainable development20 - Common knowledge EU-African base on food and nutrition
VALUE CHAIN
Business DevelopmentInvestment / Financing
BIODIVERSITY & CLIMATE
5 - Ecosystem assessment and simulation to renew models and abacuses for climate6 - Ecosystem assessment and simulation of impacts on people and economy7 - Forestry and inland water renewal9 - Pathways to enhance biodiversity10 - Better understanding of the issues surrounding biodiversity and the importance of preserving it for the general public and local authorities11 - Help and rehabilitation of nature to preserve agricultural systems