Sustainable Packaging.
Practical ESG.
Boutique executive advisory for CPG organisations across sustainable packaging, circularity, ESG, regulatory compliance, innovation and emerging-market supply chain execution.
Built for execution.
Nirel Green Consulting was founded by Irene Akpeokhai, a former Global Packaging Director with 20+ years of international experience across food and FMCG. The firm translates sustainability ambition into practical, operational delivery — especially in emerging markets where global standards meet local realities.
Europe-based. Africa-connected. Commercially grounded.
“I founded Nirel Green Consulting to turn sustainability ambition into practical delivery.”
Five ways we help.
Focused advisory across packaging, sustainability, compliance, innovation and supply chain execution.
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Sustainable Packaging Strategy & Circularity
Future-proof your packaging portfolio with circular solutions including designing for compliance, sustainability, and innovation aligned to evolving regulatory and market expectations.
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Sustainable Packaging Strategy & Circularity
Future-proof your packaging portfolio with circular solutions including designing for compliance, sustainability, and innovation aligned to evolving regulatory and market expectations.
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ESG & Sustainability Integration
Embed ESG into core business and brand strategy to drive long-term value, regulatory readiness, and measurable competitive advantage.
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ESG & Sustainability Integration
Embed ESG into core business and brand strategy to drive long-term value, regulatory readiness, and measurable competitive advantage.
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Advisory
Navigate complex global packaging and environmental regulations with confidence to mitigating risks while unlocking innovation opportunities.
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Advisory
Navigate complex global packaging and environmental regulations with confidence to mitigating risks while unlocking innovation opportunities.
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Innovation & Product Development Advisory
Align packaging innovation with product strategy for a faster and more sustainable go-to-market, from concept to commercially viable solution.
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Innovation & Product Development Advisory
Align packaging innovation with product strategy for a faster and more sustainable go-to-market, from concept to commercially viable solution.
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Sourcing & Supply Chain Execution
Sustainability-linked procurement and supply chain localisation in emerging markets, building resilient, locally anchored supply bases that meet global standards.
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Sourcing & Supply Chain Execution
Sustainability-linked procurement and supply chain localisation in emerging markets, building resilient, locally anchored supply bases that meet global standards.
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Local eyes.
Global standards.
A practical four-stage process for finding, assessing and developing the right supply partners.
Market Mapping
Identify potential suppliers across all required components. Review market availability against your specifications.
Request for Information
Issue structured RFI to shortlisted suppliers. Evaluate responses against technical and quality requirements.
On-the-Ground Visits
We travel to and spend dedicated time with each supplier, assessing capability, capacity, and quality systems on your behalf.
Selection & Scale-Up
Recommend preferred partners. Build a phased, long-term supply base with a clear path to sustainability.
What guides us.
Integrity
We operate with transparency, honesty, and accountability because Integrity First is the foundation of everything we do.
Purpose
Sustainability by Design means environmental responsibility is not an afterthought; it is embedded in every solution we deliver.
Connection
By Bridging Connections we link markets, people, and opportunities across borders to create lasting impact.
Growth
Growth Without Borders is how we think, enabling scalable, international business expansion for the clients we serve.
Ownership
Founder-Led Excellence means we bring personal passion, accountability, and long-term thinking to every engagement.
Why Africa.
Why now.
Strategic market potential, shorter supply chains, local capability and long-term resilience — supported by trusted on-the-ground insight.
Strategic Market
Nigeria is Africa's largest economy and a key hub for consumer goods. Proximity to local demand reduces lead times and logistics cost.
Sustainability Case
Regional sourcing significantly reduces logistics CO₂ emissions. Presents a compelling near-term sustainability win while PCR infrastructure develops.
Cost Competitiveness
Local sourcing eliminates USD/EUR exposure, avoids import duties and tariffs, and cuts logistics costs — directly protecting operating margins in volatile currency environments.
Long-Term Potential
Africa's manufacturing sector is growing rapidly. Early partnerships build competitive advantage and supply chain resilience for the future.
Local Navigation
Longterm success in Nigeria requires deep local knowledge of business culture, procurement dynamics, regulations, and supplier capability.
Proven Networks
Nirel Green Consulting brings established relationships and on-the-ground insight to accelerate your market entry and supplier qualification.
Experience that travels.
CPG & FMCG Sector Expertise
20+ years across food, cosmetics, and household goods — delivering packaging solutions for leading CPG brands across regulated markets.
Global Packaging Leadership
Led by a former Global Packaging Director, understanding exactly what multinational procurement teams need from regional partners, commercially and technically.
Sustainable Packaging & Circularity
Hands-on expertise designing packaging strategies for compliance, sustainability targets, and innovation across regulated markets.
Regulatory & ESG Advisory
Navigating complex global packaging regulations and embedding ESG into operations right from strategy through to measurable delivery.
Sub-Saharan Africa & West Africa
Hands-on expertise in supplier sourcing across Nigeria and West Africa, procurement dynamics, supplier landscape, local regulations, and business culture.
Sustainability-Linked Procurement
Translating sustainability ambition into practical, operational delivery, supply chain localisation that is commercially viable, resilient, and sustainability-aligned.
How we begin.
Exploratory Conversation
An initial discussion to understand your packaging challenges, markets, and strategic priorities.
Share Your Brief
Share your packaging requirements, volumes, target markets, and sustainability commitments.
Tailored Proposal
We develop a scoped proposal and fee structure aligned to your specific needs and objectives.
Market Mapping Begins
Supplier shortlisting, RFI, and on-the-ground assessments to commence.
Let’s build better.
Irene Akpeokhai — Founder & Principal
Europe-based. Africa-connected. Commercially grounded.
General Enquiries: consulting@nirelgreen.com
Direct Contact: Irene.Akpeokhai@nirelgreen.com
Website: www.nirelgreen.com
LinkedIn: Nirel Green Consulting
+44 7799 332933 / +234 803 800 3970