TERRA INSTITUTE JOINS CERTANIA Group
Pioneer in sustainability consulting becomes bart of the CERTANIA Group
Bressanone/Munich, June 26, 2025 — Terra Institute, a pioneering sustainability consulting firm with operations across Italy (Bressanone), Austria (Innsbruck), and Germany (Ulm), is proud to announce its integration into CERTANIA, a dynamic group specializing in Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) as well as scientific, laboratory, and compliance services. This strategic partnership marks an important milestone for Terra Institute and will accelerate its mission to drive systemic ESG transformation across industries.
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Bressanone, Italy, Terra Institute is recognized for its holistic, purpose-driven approach to sustainability. As one of the early movers in the ESG consulting space, Terra has supported a wide range of clients in achieving compliance with regulatory frameworks like CSRD, EU Taxonomy, and SBTi—while embedding sustainability into leadership, culture, and core business processes. Its consulting services span ESG strategy and reporting, CO₂ decarbonization, circular economy, sustainable supply chains, and leadership development.
In addition, the company operates the Terra Academy, a digital learning platform that provides scalable and recurring sustainability training, contributing to long-term transformation across organizations.
Terra’s clients include leading global brands such as Ehrmann, Beurer, Stiegl or Severin. Joining CERTANIA will give Terra Institute access to a strong platform for future growth and enable it to scale its impact further across Europe and beyond. The company expects to maintain annual growth above 20%, supported by favorable regulatory trends and increasing corporate demand for deep ESG expertise.
Founders and managing directors Evelyn Oberleiter and Günther Reifer will continue to lead Terra Institute and remain invested in its long-term development. “Becoming part of CERTANIA strengthens our ability to deliver lasting, meaningful change,” said Günther Reifer. “Together, we can build on our pioneering legacy and support more companies in creating truly sustainable futures.”
Moritz Gruber, CEO and Managing Shareholder of CERTANIA, welcomes the new partnership: “Terra Institute’s early leadership and systemic approach in sustainability consulting are an outstanding addition to CERTANIA. Their credibility, passion, and proven methodologies will significantly enhance the capabilities in our Certification & Compliance segment.”
CERTANIA provides a platform for mid-sized, knowledge-based companies to thrive under one umbrella, maintaining entrepreneurial freedom while benefiting from group resources and support.
About Terra Institute: Founded in 2010 in Bressanone, Italy, Terra Institute is a pioneer in sustainability consulting. With a systemic and interdisciplinary approach, the firm supports companies in implementing ESG strategies, CO₂ reduction plans, circular economy models, and cultural transformation. Terra is known for its purpose-driven mindset, strong client relationships, and impactful consulting work that goes beyond compliance. The Terra Academy, its digital education platform, enables scalable learning and fosters a sustainability-first mindset across organizations. For more information, visit www.terra-institute.eu
About CERTANIA: Under the umbrella of CERTANIA Holding GmbH, a new global market player is created in the field of Testing, Inspection & Certification as well as scientific, laboratory and compliance services. This group offers medium-sized partners a sustainable home for their life’s work. CERTANIA enables entrepreneurs and owners to further develop their companies with like-minded people, while continuing to preserve their entrepreneurial roots, corporate culture, brand, and values. For more information, visit certania.com
