Overview
Volans is a sustainability and innovation advisory firm founded by John Elkington, a pioneer of the “triple bottom line”. It was established to help business leaders navigate complex global challenges and drive systemic change. The organisation focuses on aligning business success with long-term environmental and social outcomes.
Mission and focus areas
Volans works with companies to integrate sustainability, innovation and future-focused thinking into corporate strategy. Its mission centres on enabling organisations to create value while contributing positively to people and the planet.
Its focus areas include regenerative business models, climate strategy, circular economy approaches and systemic transformation. Through advisory work and research, Volans supports organisations in embedding ESG considerations into decision-making and developing strategies aligned with long-term resilience and sustainable finance objectives.
Structure and governance
Volans operates as a collective of experts specialising in sustainability, innovation and systems change. It is led by Chief Executive Officer Louise Kjellerup Roper and guided by its founder’s legacy in sustainability thought leadership.
The organisation collaborates closely with corporate clients, advisory councils and external partners to deliver projects. It is also a certified B Corporation, reflecting its governance standards and commitment to social and environmental performance.
Programs and offerings
Volans delivers advisory services, strategic programmes and thought leadership resources. Its work includes developing sustainability strategies, facilitating leadership programmes, and creating frameworks such as regenerative playbooks and climate policy engagement reviews.
The organisation also produces reports, briefings and insights on emerging ESG trends and systemic risks, supporting practitioners in understanding evolving sustainability challenges. Its publications and insight hub provide practical guidance for businesses seeking to transition towards more resilient and regenerative models.
Our mission is to create positive systemic impact using business as a force for good
