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Sustainable Solutions for Environmental Challenges
Blue Strike Environmental is a solutions-oriented consultancy dedicated to advancing sustainability, energy, and climate change programs through resilience and equity-focused strategies. Our mission centers on delivering award-winning technical analysis, organizational development, and innovative communications to help clients achieve measurable environmental progress. With four specialized practice areasEnergy & Climate, Events & Venues, Facilitation, and Resiliencewe collaborate across disciplines to create actionable, integrated solutions tailored to cities, universities, and industries globally. Our approach combines top-down policy reform with bottom-up stakeholder engagement, ensuring programs align with operational realities while driving systemic change. We specialize in climate action planning, zero-waste initiatives, carbon footprint reduction, and vulnerability assessments, supported by data-driven methodologies and public-private partnerships.

Our team brings decades of experience in sustainability program design, regulatory compliance, and circular economy innovations, serving clients from local governments to international organizations. Recognized for our expertise in SB 1383 compliance, ISO 20121 standards, and venue decarbonization, we prioritize transparency, equity, and measurable outcomes. By bridging policy and practice, we empower communities to overcome barriers to sustainability while enhancing social and environmental value. Our global reach spans projects in North America, Africa, Asia, and Europe, reflecting our commitment to scalable, impactful solutions. Through webinars, office hours, and direct consultation, we provide ongoing support to professionals seeking to elevate their sustainability practices.
Services
Climate Action Planning Zero-Waste Programs Carbon Footprint Analysis Policy Reform Consulting Stakeholder Engagement Venue Decarbonization Organics Recovery Circular Economy Solutions Vulnerability Assessments Sustainability Training
Highlights and features
  • We offer 15+ years of expertise in climate action planning and SB 1383 compliance.
  • Our team holds deep knowledge of ISO 20121 standards and zero-waste certification processes.
  • We deliver data-driven strategies for carbon footprint reduction and venue decarbonization.
  • Our cross-disciplinary approach integrates policy, operations, and community engagement.
  • We maintain a global track record of award-winning sustainability programs across six continents.
What people say
Compelling climate action plan Thoughtful and patient engagement Award-winning results Robust stakeholder engagement Data-driven insights
Services
Climate Action Planning
Blue Strike Environmental develops actionable climate action plans integrating mitigation, adaptation, and equity. We conduct baseline assessments, scenario modeling, and financial evaluations to create branded, fundable strategies aligned with community needs. Our plans ensure measurable progress toward emissions reduction and climate resilience goals.
Zero-Waste Programs
Our zero-waste initiatives focus on waste characterization, edible food recovery, and organics management. We design programs for compliance with SB 1383, enhance collection systems, and implement education campaigns to achieve diversion targets for municipalities and event venues.
Venue Decarbonization
Blue Strike Environmental provides decarbonization roadmaps for event venues through energy efficiency upgrades, renewable energy integration, and carbon footprint tracking. Our solutions balance environmental goals with operational feasibility while enhancing attendee experiences.
Stakeholder Engagement
We facilitate inclusive stakeholder processes to build consensus among diverse groups. Our methods include Green Teams, public-private partnerships, and equity-centered dialogues that align sustainability priorities with community values and operational realities.
Policy Reform
Blue Strike Environmental designs policy frameworks for climate and waste management initiatives. We support regulatory compliance, create circular economy incentives, and develop extended producer responsibility programs that drive systemic change across industries.
People
Anna Bugankova
Energy and Carbon Markets Program Manager
Anna leads energy market strategies and carbon reduction initiatives. She specializes in lifecycle analysis, renewable energy integration, and sustainable supply chain solutions for corporate and municipal clients.
Abbie Beane
Development Director for Sustainable Sports/Entertainment
Abbie focuses on sustainability programming for sports venues and entertainment events. She develops zero-waste strategies, carbon offset programs, and stakeholder engagement frameworks tailored to high-profile industry needs.
Riley Bahr
National Sustainability Program Manager
Riley manages nationwide sustainability initiatives, specializing in venue decarbonization and ISO 20121 implementation. He bridges technical analysis with operational execution to deliver measurable environmental improvements across diverse sectors.
Rich Swanson
Energy and Climate Director
Rich oversees climate resilience strategies and vulnerability assessments. With expertise in policy creation and adaptation planning, he leads teams in developing data-driven solutions that integrate equity and biomimetic design principles.
Questions
What sustainability certifications does Blue Strike support?
We help clients achieve ISO 20121 certification, SB 1383 compliance, and zero-waste event certifications through tailored program design and auditing.
How do you develop climate action plans?
Our process includes baseline assessments, stakeholder engagement, scenario modeling, and funding strategy development to create actionable, equitable climate resilience plans.
Do you work internationally?
Yes, we operate globally with projects spanning six continents, supporting governments, NGOs, and corporations in sustainability and climate initiatives.
What waste management services do you offer?
We provide waste characterization audits, organics recovery programs, edible food rescue systems, and circular economy solutions for municipalities and event venues.
How can I attend your sustainability webinars?
Join our Office Hours series via Zoom. Registration details are available on our website for professionals seeking practical sustainability strategies.