
Wednesday, September 29th 2021
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Opportunities for the natural resources industry
This week’s must read
While most sectors of the economy are expected to decrease in 2020, renewable energy investment is expected to expand.
The correct valuation approach is critical in all areas, and there are two main options: the capital asset pricing model (CAPM) and implied internal rate of return (IRR) (IRR).
This Week’s Must Read is an insight piece from Tomas Freyman, Grant Thornton about the valuation of renewable energy assets.
Thought Leadership
Solar power is a rapidly growing industry, driven by environmental imperatives and advances in technology. Solar panels are installed on rooftops and in solar farms across the world, but there is always a need for more material to build these systems.
What does the term “sustainability” signify in today’s energy industry?
An in-depth Roundtable with experts from L.E.K. Consulting’s Energy & Environment practice discussing sustainability’s impact on the energy business.
Public and private companies across the globe are increasingly aware of the risks posed by climate change. However, many global corporations are failing to adequately plan for these future impacts.
Companies in the oil and gas and mining industries that have prospered over time have necessarily learned to navigate through cycles. What are Political risk facing oil and gas and mining companies during these unprecedented times?
This week’s Consulting News
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This week’s media
This video presents the role of life and biological sciences and innovation for sustainable use of natural resources.
Consulting sourcing tips

How to Check the References for Consulting Services the Right Way
When you are looking for a consultant or a consulting firm to help you improve your business, it’s a good idea to check the references provided. References can provide more information about the consultant or firm and can offer insights into the kind of work they have done in the past. In this article, learn the importance of checking references and what questions you need to ask while doing so.

Consultancy Procurement 101: A Beginner’s Guide
This beginner’s guide will help you understand everything you need to know about consultancy procurement. It will give you an overview of the key steps involved in the procurement process and will help you get started on your sourcing journey.

12 Essential elements to include in your consulting agreement
When you launch a project, you can always hope that the consultant will understand your needs. Or you can write down the reasons why you start a project and what results you expect. Writing an RFP is not easy
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Hélène Laffitte is the CEO of Consulting Quest, a Global Performance-Driven Consulting Platform and author of “Smart Consulting Sourcing”, a step by step guide to getting the best ROI from your consulting. With a blend of experience in Procurement and Consulting, Hélène is passionate about helping Companies create more value through Consulting.