Sustridge is a sustainability consulting firm founded in 2017 with a single mission: to help organizations of all sizes become leaders in sustainability.

 
 

Your Bridge To Sustainability

We approach each of our clients with fresh eyes to develop customized, unique strategies that meet our client's specific needs. We take a holistic approach to sustainability by using systems thinking to analyze and understand the key sustainability issues facing our client's organization. Our solutions are developed to maximize the economic, social and environmental benefits of our client's commitment to sustainability.

Our sustainability consulting team is made up of professionals with years of experience working with businesses, government, non-profits and higher education.


The Team at Sustridge

Sustridge has a team of exceptional and results-driven sustainability consultants and experts who love to work with our growing clientele. We are sustainability leaders who stay up to date on sustainable technology trends, are always open to exploring new ideas and technologies and are adaptable to the fast-changing and increasingly complex business environments. Whether it's through developing and implementing sustainability reporting frameworks, reducing carbon footprint emissions, or guiding our clients through the energy transition, we are dedicated to helping organizations achieve their sustainability goals and drive lasting impact. Read below to learn more about our exceptional team.

 

Josh Prigge

Principal and Senior Sustainability Consultant

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Josh Prigge is a sustainability consultant, college professor, published author, and public speaker with over twelve years of experience managing sustainability programs and initiatives for large organizations. In 2017 and 2019, Josh was recognized as a top environmental leader in the business sector receiving the Environmental Leader 50 award and Environment and Energy Leader 100 award respectively.

Josh's work has been featured in publications such as Forbes.comThe GuardianThe Huffington Post, Authority Magazine and Triple Pundit, and Josh has presented at numerous sustainability conferences and events around the world including:

  • United Nations COP21 Paris Climate Conference 

  • Sustainable Brands Conference 

  • Environmental Leader Conference 

  • U.S. Zero Waste Business Council Conference 

  • Ceres Conference

  • B Corp Champions Retreat

  • Climate Leadership Conference

​Josh holds a Master of Arts in Global Leadership and Sustainable Development, an MBA, accreditation as a TRUE Zero Waste Advisor, LEED Green Associate and Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) certified training.

Chris Barzman

Senior Sustainability Consultant

Chris Barzman is a sustainability consultant and tourism sector expert with over two decades of experience helping organizations operationalize best practices and leading high performing teams. Chris expertise in the tourism industry comes from having worked with some of the largest organizations in travel. Chris worked as a Regional Manager for Expedia, where he served for almost a decade and was the local representative for the Sustainable and Green Expedia committee.

Chris earned a Master’s degree in Global Leadership & Sustainable Development from Hawaii Pacific University, conducting his thesis work on Sustainable Tourism. He also holds a B.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications from San Diego State University. With studies at Oxford University, U.K., Deakin University, Australia and at Sungkyunkwan University, Korea, Chris was able to develop a wide breadth of perspectives and insights.

Chris is a strategic advisor and former President of the Sustainable Tourism Association of Hawaii, and is member of SKAL International and REEF International.

Abigail Sarda

Sustainability Consultant

Abigail Sarda has a degree in sustainability as well as international security and conflict resolution from San Diego State University. She interned with CDP while in college and also has a certificate in Greenhouse Gas Management and Climate Action Planning from Presidio Graduate School.

Abigail has been passionate about sustainability from a young age, and has had the opportunity to engage directly on social and environmental topics across five continents. She has experience working across multiple sectors and is passionate about helping people and organizations achieve sustainable outcomes. When not working, Abigail loves to hike and enjoys traveling, reading and scuba diving.

 

 

Clients

Sustridge is proud to work with organizations of all different sizes from all types of industries - from three-person startups to Fortune 500 companies. We are grateful to have established collaborative partnerships with ambitious organizations that strive to make the world a better place.

Josh was always willing to help where he was needed, he ensured we stayed on our timeline and he helped produce a sustainability report we are proud of. I would recommend Josh as a sustainability consultant based on our experience.
— Bruno Sarda - Chief Sustainability Officer, NRG (now President, CDP North America)

In the Media

Explore the various online articles, podcasts and webinars where Sustridge has been highlighted or has provided sustainability-related expertise.

 
Green Biz Group

10 Minutes with Josh Prigge, host of 'Sustainable Nation'

This column is about the "how" of sustainable business, featuring one significant change and how a leader (and team) made it happen.

Sustainable Brands

Is Your Sustainability Strategy Under Water?

Sustridge CEO Josh Prigge hosts Frank Burns, President of APANA to present real-world water saving applications.

Reduce Energy in Your Home - Apartment Therapy

6 Ways to Save on Your Heating Bill This Winter

The first step to managing your energy spending is inspecting it, says Josh Prigge.

Electronic Waste Recycling

5 Shocking Environmental Effects of E-Waste

Josh Prigge, owner of the sustainability firm Sustridge, explains some of the concerns of e-waste.

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Not All ‘Eco-Friendly’ Food Delivery And Takeout Containers Are Created Equal

“It’s really valuable to not just focus on this one issue, but to have a fully comprehensive approach to sustainability,” Prigge said.

The Net Positive Movement: Q&A with Josh Prigge

The Net Positive Movement: Q&A with Josh Prigge

"Businesses that have joined the corporate net positive movement seek to put more back into society and the environment than they take out."

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Small Business Guide to Energy Conservation

"Green teams can improve retention, job satisfaction, and overall company communication by bringing people together from different departments."

The Small Business Guide to Sustainability Certifications

The Small Business Guide to Sustainability Certifications

"These certifications help consumers and stakeholders understand the company is actually walking the walk regarding sustainability," Josh Prigge.

Powder - Rollback of Environmental Regulations Ski Season

Rollback of Environmental Regulations Will Affect More Than Our Ski Season

Josh Prigge says, “the rollback of regulations will have the most direct impact on cold climate communities.”

Experts Share 21 Ways to Incorporate Eco-Conscious Swaps for a Greener Home

Experts Share 21 Ways to Incorporate Eco-Conscious Swaps for a Greener Home

Josh Prigge provides insight into reducing home energy use.