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Jens Burchardt is Boston Consulting Group's global expert on climate impact and co-founder of the firm’s Center for Climate and Sustainability.

Jens advises clients in the private and public sectors on how to prepare for a low-carbon economy and how to win in low-carbon technologies such as hydrogen, power-to-x, and carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS). He has supported decarbonization projects with a total investment volume of several billion euros in sectors such as oil and gas, power, steel, cement, chemicals, automotive, shipping, aviation, and consumer goods. He also helped clients set up new low-carbon businesses in areas like hydrogen, e-fuels, and carbon credits.

Jens is the author of several landmark BCG publications on climate change that are regularly cited in national and international media. He is a regular speaker on the climate transition, including at TED, and has advised the World Economic Forum, the UN Conference of the Parties (COP26), and several German government commissions on decarbonization.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • Dr. rer. pol., corporate finance, European Business School
  • MBA, University of Pittsburgh
  • Dipl.-Kfm, European Business School

Publications and Videos

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Where Are Private Equity Firms on Their Way to Net Zero?

Private equity-owned companies are taking steps to reduce their carbon emissions in both the long and short term. The key is establishing a decarbonization strategy and clear goals.
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To Inspire Action on Net Zero, Set a Price for Carbon

An internal carbon price that puts a monetary value on emissions is the most effective way for companies to meet their decarbonization goals.
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The Lowest-Cost Path to Net Zero

By applying levers that reduce both carbon emissions and costs, industrial companies can generate savings to invest in further decarbonization initiatives.
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Crisis on Pause, Europe Still Needs a Green Industry Transformation

Europe’s energy challenge remains a threat. A green transformation is both a strategic necessity and a massive growth opportunity.
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Winning in Green Markets: Scaling Products for a Net Zero World

To meet the goals of the Paris agreement, a major shift to non-fossil technologies is necessary. As demand for green materials is expected to surpass supply, companies that take a leading role in developing and marketing green offerings will likely benefit.

The Beginning of a Journey

BCG's Jens Burchardt and E. ON's Thomas Birr, head of strategy and innovation, share insights on the future of energy and the role that utilities will have to play to bring about a clean transition. Just as important? Policy.

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Technology Is the Fast Track to Net Zero

A survey of organizations worldwide reveals that they are making little progress in measuring and reducing emissions. To move forward, companies need digital tools, leadership support, and policy incentives.
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The Untapped Climate Opportunity in Alternative Proteins

Our latest research shows that consumers are embracing alternative proteins and that protein transformation is one of the best tools available to combat the climate crisis.
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The Climate Actions Companies Should Take Today

Net-zero commitments are long-term pledges—but meeting them requires action today. BCG experts explain what CEOs need to do this year on climate.
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Transforming the Steel Industry May Be the Ultimate Climate Challenge

Yet we also see a window of opportunity for those that move quickly to implement fundamental process changes and begin the transition to carbon neutrality.
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The Road Ahead for Low-Carbon Fuels

The transportation sector has an emissions problem, and electric vehicles can’t solve it alone. Has the time for low-carbon fuels finally arrived?

How We Can Curb Climate Change by Spending 2% More on Everything

Is the promise of a greener world closer than we think? BCG Partner & Associate Director Jens Burchardt maps out the costs and considerations of producing planet-friendly products, and explains why curbing climate change does not have to break the bank.