ABOUT MANTIS

Your experienced guide to a green transition

You want to turn sustainable ambitions into action. What's often missing is a streamlined plan and an experienced guide. Mantis brings structure to your sustainability journey with sharp analyses, a realistic roadmap, and practical solutions. Discover who we are, what we do, and why it matters.
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Our approach

We help organizations measure and reduce their environmental impact, make green investments profitable, and report according to the frameworks required by their sector. The result: fewer emissions, lower costs, and a stronger market position.

NO MORE CHAOS

From complexity to future-oriented choices

Customers, governments, and banks are increasingly asking about your footprint. How do you answer those questions? Where's the best place to start, and what data do you need? And which framework should you use? Many organizations get bogged down in complexity. The result: nothing moves forward, even though there's no time to lose. Mantis provides structure to your journey and helps you make the right future-oriented choices.

Our strength? Technical knowledge, practical experience, and strategic insight. Our approach scales with every phase of your sustainability journey. Clients value our flexibility, personal touch, and quick results.

Knowledgeable

Our experts stand out through strategic and technical expertise, knowledge of audit processes, and hands-on experience in sectors such as construction, chemicals, food, and manufacturing.

Personal

You're not working with an anonymous agency, but with people you'll get to know. We take the time to listen to your challenges and keep communication lines short.

Tailored solutions

Expect concrete solutions that fit your processes, organization, and industry — and reporting that meets the requirements of clients, partners, and governments exactly.

Flexible

Bring us in however suits you. We can guide your organization through the green transition from start to finish, step in for one specific challenge, or act as an external sustainability expert on your team.

WHO WE ARE

Hands-on sustainability experts

When you talk to our sustainability experts, you'll immediately notice: they are fascinated by their field, endlessly enthusiastic, and always thinking proactively with you. What drives them is making a lasting impact on theWhen you talk to our sustainability experts, you'll notice it right away: they're fascinated by their field, endlessly enthusiastic, and always thinking ahead with you. What drives them is making a lasting impact on the environment and your organization. Together, they bring structure and direction to your sustainability journey, with practical tools and solutions that make your organization greener, more efficient, and more resilient. environment and your organization. Together, they provide structure and direction for your sustainability journey, with practical tools and solutions that make your organization greener, more efficient, and more resilient.

Our core values

Transparency

We are honest and transparent, take responsibility, and prioritize your interests. This is how we build strong relationships with clients, employees, and partners.

Pragmatism

We believe in realistic goals and step-by-step improvements. We tackle complex challenges with practical, workable solutions for your organization.

Commitment

We dig deep into your organization, industry, and processes. That lets us build solutions that aren't just sound on paper, but genuinely effective.

Data first

Every sustainability journey starts with facts. Accurate analyses and figures form the basis for every strEvery sustainability journey starts with facts. Accurate analyses and figures form the basis for every strategy we develop and every plan we put into action.ategy we develop, for every plan we implement.

PHILOSOPHY

Our perspective on sustainable business

Pragmatism over perfection. With realistic goals and step-by-step improvements, you build momentum and reach concrete results faster.

Going green is more than just CO2 reduction. Sustainability touches every part of how you run your business. A broad approach lets you achieve real environmental gains and greater efficiency at the same time.

One-size-fits-all solutions don't exist. Sustainability means something different for every organization. Each company has its own context, challenges, and opportunities.

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HOW IT STARTED

From university duo to fast-growing consultancy

Bio-engineers and former classmates Bram De Keulenaere and Emile Lemey joined forces in 2021 to found Mantis. Their idea: to guide companies and organizations through the green transition with a practical action plan. Since then, Mantis has grown into a leading consultancy with experience in sectors such as chemicals, food, energy, construction, and manufacturing – from SMEs to multinationals.

BLUE ECONOMY

Pioneers in the Blue Economy

Internally, we also make thoughtful choices: from circular furniture to renewable transport. Our greatest impact is achieved in the Blue Economy, where CO₂ reduction and nature restoration go hand in hand. From coastal protection to sustainable aquaculture: our projects create win-win situations for climate and nature. In collaboration with private companies, governments, research institutions, and NGOs.

TEAM

These are the people you'll be working with

Behind every successful project stands a dedicated team. Ours consists of sustainability experts who have earned their stripes in various sectors, from energy, production, and consultancy to the Blue Economy. Meet the bright minds in our team.
Bram De Keulenaere
Managing Director & Energy Expert

A calm constant in energy-hungry times. With Bram, what you see is what you get. No smoke and mirrors, just to-the-point sustainability advice and – regularly – a well-aimed quip.

Emile Lemey
Co-founder & Sustainability Expert

Whether at a VOKA event, the Delhaize checkout, or a meeting with a minister, Emile always remains himself and thrives in any setting. As a self-proclaimed slacker, he consistently seeks the most efficient path forward.

Bernd Herremans
Project Engineer Blue Economy

While he can certainly find joy in a complex spreadsheet, meticulous Bernd truly comes into his own when he takes charge of a training course or workshop. His experience as a performer on the theater stage proves invaluable.

Johannes Spaas
Sustainability Expert & Project Lead - Carbon Footprinting Expert

Deeply committed to ecology, and 999 other things besides, Johannes embodies our sustainable values like no other, even outside of work hours. Always up for a joke, never at a loss for words. He is the conscience of Mantis.

Mathieu Wille
Project Manager Blue Economy

Mantis' resourceful problem-solver, driven to make a tangible impact. You can literally drop him into any environment; he'll calmly devise his plan and get things done. As a seasoned gardener, Mathieu is not only an expert in the Blue Economy but also our Chief Horticulturalist.

Mattias Haesaerts
Sustainability Expert

Wasted time and endless discussions? You won't find that with Mattias. He is the sustainability expert your project needs: efficient, goal-oriented, and always motivated to achieve the best results. The driving force behind your green transition.

Simon Desimpelaere
Project Manager, Sustainability

A proud West Fleming who combines technical energy expertise with an infectious laugh. Simon solves complex problems with a clear vision and a no-nonsense approach. At home, a chicken farmer; at the office, a sustainability expert – always with an eye for practical solutions.

Lisa Roels
Sustainability Project Engineer

Scientist driven to make an impact. Lisa conducted three years of research in biomedical sciences and optimized energy processes in the pharmaceutical sector. Now she tackles VSME reports, carbon footprints, and EcoVadis questionnaires. In 2014, she competed at the Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championships in Paris.

Lien De Coen
Sustainability Project Engineer

Bio-engineer with a focus on climate and sustainability strategy. Lien calculates LCAs and translates Scope 3 emissions analyses into clear conclusions. She used to participate in climate marches; now she helps companies genuinely reduce their CO₂ emissions. She usually suggests walking meetings.

Katrien Juchtmans
Head of Growth & Engagement

An open book, always seeking purpose – professionally too. After 10 years in finance, she now helps organizations at Mantis advance their sustainable business goals. Katrien's mission: to make a tangible impact on climate, economy, and society. That same drive is evident on the basketball court. To unwind? She does that on the yoga mat.

Stef Goethals
Sustainability Project Engineer

He has found the sweet spot between scientific precision and what businesses need, thanks to a background in chemistry and economics. He sinks his teeth into problems until they're completely resolved. When he's not at the controls at Mantis, he's cooking.

Steven De Baerdemaeker
Project Lead - Expert Carbon Footprinting & FLAG

Outside of work, this bio-engineer with a master's in water technology can be found trail running and bikepacking. His professional journey revolves around making a positive impact on water, the environment, and climate. He knows FLAG, SBTi, and Scope 1-2-3 like the back of his hand, so you don't have to struggle with them.

Ready for the next step?

Complex sustainability requirements? We make them manageable. Just like for Vandemoortele, Spirotech, and dozens of other companies.