Platform Review
Sami Review
Independent analysis of Sami (sami.eco) for carbon and ESG reporting — a Paris-based carbon and ESG platform, pairing a Carbon Hub and ESG Hub with expert advisory, now part of the SGS group.
We cover capability, UK SECR relevance, fit, and how it compares.
Sami platform overview
Sami is a Paris-headquartered all-in-one carbon and ESG platform, serving corporate clients across France and Europe.
The product pairs a Carbon Hub and an ESG Hub with a collaborative data-collection platform, so emissions and wider ESG indicators are managed in one place.
Alongside software, Sami provides expert support — carbon footprint assessment, climate strategy and life-cycle analysis — a software-plus-advisory model.
In November 2025 SGS, the global testing, inspection and certification group, acquired a majority stake, bringing Sami into its IMPACT NOW sustainability suite.
UK & framework fit
Sami SECR and framework assessment
Sami produces GHG Protocol-aligned Scope 1, 2 and 3 figures and supports CSRD and life-cycle analysis, providing the basis for credible carbon and ESG disclosure.
As a France-first platform, it does not offer a native UK statutory SECR template; UK statutory output would be produced through configuration or with advisory support.
Its ESG Hub and data-collection tooling suit organisations reporting across both carbon and broader sustainability indicators.
SGS's assurance heritage is a natural fit for companies that anticipate third-party verification of their disclosures.
Carbon inventories follow the 3 GHG Protocol Corporate Standard across Scopes 1, 2 and 3.
Scope 3 spans all 15 categories per the 4 GHG Protocol Scope 3 Standard.
UK companies must comply with SECR using 6 DESNZ government conversion factors.
UK-listed companies should also track UK SRS S2 requirements and the FCA CP26/5 proposed mandatory disclosure timeline.
| Capability | Sami | Implementation effort | UK alignment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Hub + ESG Hub | All-in-one | Standard setup | Broad ESG |
| Scope 1–3 | GHG Protocol | Standard setup | Inventory basis |
| CSRD / LCA | Supported | Standard setup | EU-strong |
| Advisory support | Consulting included | Guided | Strong |
| UK statutory SECR template | Not native | Configuration | Limited |
"Sami's strength is reach and support — a France-based carbon and ESG platform, now with SGS assurance behind it. Its UK statutory fit is the part that needs configuration."European carbon platform analysis
Fit & considerations
Where Sami fits
Sami suits European and French-market mid-market organisations that want carbon and ESG reporting in one platform, backed by hands-on advisory.
The combination of widely adopted software, an ESG Hub and SGS's assurance heritage is the decisive advantage for these companies.
UK-only organisations seeking a native statutory SECR template may find a UK-first platform more direct, while pan-European groups benefit from Sami's reach.
As with any platform recently brought into a larger group, prospective UK buyers should confirm current UK support and roadmap directly.
What is Sami?
Sami (sami.eco) is a Paris-headquartered all-in-one carbon and ESG platform serving corporate clients across France and Europe.
It combines a Carbon Hub and ESG Hub with a collaborative data-collection platform and expert consulting.
Is Sami part of SGS?
Yes.
In November 2025 SGS — the global testing, inspection and certification group — acquired a majority stake in Sami, integrating it into its IMPACT NOW sustainability services suite.
Is Sami suitable for UK SECR reporting?
Sami produces GHG Protocol-aligned Scope 1, 2 and 3 figures and supports CSRD and LCA, which can underpin SECR.
As a France-first platform it does not offer a native UK statutory SECR template, so UK statutory output would require configuration or advisory support.
Who is Sami best for?
European and French-market mid-market organisations that want software combined with hands-on advisory — carbon footprint assessment, climate strategy and life-cycle analysis — backed by SGS's assurance heritage.