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\f0\fs24 \cf0 # Full Context: The Rock Group (TRG)\
> The Rock Group is a specialized consultancy accelerating the transition to a sustainable economy. We combine "Transition Theory" with entrepreneurial pragmatism.\
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## Core Methodology: Transition Theory\
We believe systemic change requires four levels of intervention:\
1. Niche: Supporting sustainable startups and innovators.\
2. Regime: Consulting established corporations to change internal systems.\
3. Landscape: Influencing the broader economic and political environment.\
4. Education: Equipping the next generation of leaders with the right mindset.\
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## Detailed Service Offerings\
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### Sustainability Consulting & ESG\
- **CSRD & ESG Reporting:** Guiding companies through European sustainability reporting standards.\
- **Materiality Assessments:** Identifying which social and environmental issues matter most to a business.\
- **SaaS (Sustainability as a Service):** Providing part-time, expert sustainability managers to companies that lack in-house resources.\
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### Education & Training\
- **Academic Programs:** Partnering with universities (e.g., UvA, VU) to deliver sustainability curricula.\
- **Corporate Workshops:** Training management teams on circular economy and social impact.\
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### Venture Building\
- We help scale impact-driven startups by providing strategic governance, financial modeling, and market access.\
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## Notable Projects & Impact\
- **HEMA:** Supporting the integration of sustainability into retail operations.\
- **IKEA Foundation:** Collaboration on systemic social impact projects.\
- **Booking.com:** Advising on large-scale corporate sustainability initiatives.\
- **Young Grantees:** Empowering youth-led environmental movements.\
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## Global Presence\
- **Amsterdam (HQ):** Focusing on EU policy and corporate strategy.\
- **Brussels:** Direct engagement with European circular economy frameworks.\
- **Cape Town:** Focusing on social entrepreneurship and emerging market sustainability.\
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## Key Personnel Roles\
- **Founding Partners:** Strategic leaders with backgrounds in environmental science and economics.\
- **Consultants:** Experts in LCA (Life Cycle Assessment), ESG data, and supply chain transparency.\
- **Program Managers:** Specialized in educational outreach and venture scaling.\
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