EcoReko

EcoReko is a web-based carbon accounting platform for small and midsize businesses that need Scope 1, 2 and 3 coverage. It is most useful for teams combining emissions measurement with planning for reduction projects, provided they can handle supplier data without a portal. The free tier offers a credible starting inventory, while larger deployments need annual contracts and should account for features still being developed.

Overview

EcoReko brings greenhouse-gas accounting, disclosure-oriented reporting and project modelling into one workspace. Its inventory spans direct emissions, purchased energy and value-chain emissions across all three scopes. Reports are generated in formats aligned with CSRD, the GHG Protocol, TCFD and CDP, giving SMEs a practical route from collected activity data to recognised reporting structures.

The modelling component is a notable differentiator for decision-making. Users can compare renewable-energy switches, supplier changes and efficiency projects on cost, implementation speed and carbon impact. That is more useful than a static footprint when management must choose which intervention to fund. However, supplier engagement is not yet operational: the portal for inviting suppliers to submit emissions data is described as coming soon. CBAM compliance is also still in development, although EcoReko plans to add it free to Pro and Pro Plus.

Key features

Inventory, factors and reports

Scope 1–3 tracking and a built-in emissions-factor library provide the core needed for a broad SME inventory. Data collection supports both activity-based and other input approaches, and an audit trail is included, which helps preserve accountability as figures are revised. Aligned CSRD, GHG Protocol, TCFD and CDP outputs should reduce the need to rebuild the same dataset for different disclosures.

Reduction analysis

Scenario comparisons for renewable switches, supplier changes and efficiency work let users weigh financial and environmental trade-offs before committing. Pro adds carbon-reduction projects and analysis, while Pro Plus adds a carbon-reduction roadmap. These paid capabilities matter most to organisations moving from measuring emissions to managing a programme of reductions.

Data architecture and connections

EcoReko says raw emissions data remains in its private data layer while blockchain stores cryptographic proofs, timestamps and submission references. That creates a verifiable record without putting the underlying dataset on-chain. Pre-built connectors target ERP, utility-billing and supply-chain portals; sensor connectivity is designed around API and MQTT pathways, which is relevant to businesses with operational telemetry. EcoReko also says it does not sell personal data and uses Resend, Cloudflare and Vercel under data-processing agreements.

Assessment and support

A free five-minute Carbon Maturity Assessment returns an instant scorecard and tailored recommendations, useful before selecting a plan. Support rises by tier: Standard has community support, Pro has priority customer support and Pro Plus includes a dedicated account manager.

Pricing

There is no short trial term stated for the paid tiers, so buyers should budget for annual billing. CBAM is planned as a free Pro and Pro Plus addition, not a current capability.

Platforms

EcoReko runs on the web. Its API- and MQTT-oriented sensor design and connectors for ERP, utility billing and supply-chain portals may help organisations bring operational data into that web workflow.

Who it's for

EcoReko is built for SMEs and serves businesses primarily in Ireland and the United Kingdom, with headquarters in County Cork. Choose it when one platform for all three scopes, aligned reporting and reduction modelling is more valuable than specialist supplier-collection tooling. It is a poor fit for teams that require a live supplier portal or CBAM compliance now, or for organisations needing extensive user and site access without moving to custom pricing.

Pros and cons

Pros

• Scope 1–3 coverage with a built-in factor library supports a complete SME inventory.
• CSRD, GHG Protocol, TCFD and CDP-aligned reports connect measurement to recognised disclosures.
• Cost, speed and carbon comparisons make reduction planning more actionable than footprint reporting alone.
• An audit trail, private data layer and blockchain proofs support traceability.
• A genuinely free, forever plan lowers the barrier to starting.

Cons

• The free tier is restricted to one user, one site and a static dashboard.
• Standard still provides only one user licence, limiting team collaboration at €4,500 per year.
• Supplier submissions require an in-development portal, so collection may remain manual.
• CBAM support is planned rather than ready.
• Pro Plus has custom pricing, making large-rollout costs harder to predict.

Alternatives

Carbonfact is the better choice when supplier-controlled environmental-data exchange and product LCAs are central, with a free supplier plan and API/web access. Choose CarbonInk for a free desktop tool on macOS or Windows with no account, cloud or subscription. CarbonTool suits buyers wanting a 30-day full-access trial and a €2,000-per-year Core plan focused initially on Scope 1 and 2. Greenio offers a free plan with unlimited data entry, four PDF reports yearly, AI recommendations and an activity log, plus a €2,999-per-month Growth tier. Hedgehog Carbon Platform is preferable for a free, guided start limited to five emission sources, one user and one entity. Persefoni provides a free self-service plan for one user with unlimited assets and historical reporting years. Vaayu is an alternative for companies seeking API/web access with plan-dependent scope and pricing on request. Carbonstop Ccloud is the enterprise-oriented option when self-hosted or web deployment is required.

For a wider shortlist, browse Carbon Accounting Software.

Verdict

EcoReko is a strong fit for SMEs that want all-scope accounting, recognised reporting formats and a structured way to compare reduction investments. Start free for a one-person, one-site inventory; move to Pro when project analysis, multiple sites and priority support justify €6,500 per year. Look elsewhere if supplier-submitted data or CBAM compliance is an immediate requirement, or if your rollout needs broad access without custom-plan pricing.