Persefoni

What Is Persefoni?

Persefoni is a climate management and carbon accounting software that helps organizations track and lower their greenhouse gas emissions. It allows users to calculate their Scope 1, 2, and 3 emission footprints with methods that align with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP). In this way, it gives a single source for emissions information for financial and sustainability teams rather than multiple spreadsheets. The software also leverages the power of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist in drafting reports for frameworks including; Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), CDP, and ISSB.  

Also, Persefoni supports businesses of varying sizes, from smaller firms to multi-entity enterprises managing climate disclosures across jurisdictions. Overall, Persefoni gives organizations a clear way to manage emissions data and make better decisions about their environmental goals.

What Is Persefoni Best For?

Persefoni is well known for its ‘Net-Zero Navigator’, a decarbonization management solution that leverages industry-specific decarbonization levers developed by Bain & Company. It helps users generate tailored decarbonization scenarios based on a company's emissions data, industry, and target goals. Teams can then track progress against science-based and other reduction targets. This turns a broad net-zero commitment into a concrete, trackable action plan.  

Moreover, Persefoni’s Net-Zero Navigator helps firms assess how each action contributes to their sustainability targets. As a result, it works particularly well for enterprise-scale organizations pursuing structured emissions reductions.

How Much Does Persefoni Cost?

Persefoni cost is estimated at $40,000–$150,000+/year for enterprise deployments. This range is intended for general budgeting purposes, as actual costs can vary based on reporting complexity, data volume, organizational structure, and selected add-ons.

The software also offers a custom-priced plan called ‘Advanced.’ A free ‘Pro’ plan is also offered, with no trial period, hidden fees, or time limits. However, it is limited to a single user only and does not include ‘GHG Metrics Reports.’ The vendor also offers optional paid add-ons.

In addition to the base subscription costs, organizations should account for the following potential expenses:

• Implementation And Professional Services: $5,000–$25,000+, depending on data complexity, reporting scope, and deployment requirements
• Concierge/Climate Expert Support: $5,000–$20,000+/year, depending on the level of hands-on guidance and ongoing support required
• GHG Metrics Reports And Reporting Add-ons: $2,000–$10,000+/year, depending on the number of reporting frameworks and outputs required
• Custom Integrations And API Services: $5,000–$20,000+, depending on integration complexity and data sources
• Managed Compliance Services: $25,000+/reporting service, where organizations outsource disclosure preparation

Disclaimer: Pricing references are based on publicly available third-party information and industry benchmarks. Actual costs may vary.

Persefoni Integrations

The software supports integration with multiple systems and platforms, such as:

• Concur
• Expensify
• Google Sheets software
• Navan
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)

How Does Persefoni Work?

Here's how you can get started with the software:

• Sign up for a free Pro account or choose the paid Advanced plan
• Set up organizational and operational boundaries using ‘Inventory Management’
• Connect data sources through ‘Integration Hub’, or upload activity data using ‘Smart Forms’ and bulk files
• Configure data review and approval workflows before entries post to the ‘Footprint Ledger’
• Calculate Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions using Greenhouse Gas Protocol-aligned methods
• Review anomaly flags and consult Copilot for calculation questions
• Track decarbonization progress against targets using ‘Net-Zero Navigator’

Who Is Persefoni For?

Persefoni serves a wide range of industries and sectors, including:

• Retail
• Financial services
• Healthcare
• Sports and entertainment
• Consumer goods
• Private equity

Persefoni Use Cases

Based on our analysis of user feedback and Persefoni features and current capabilities, we have identified key scenarios where this software is a good fit for finance, ESG, and sustainability teams:

1. Sustainability Teams Trying To Uncover Hidden Scope 3 Emissions Hotspots

   Companies may understand their direct emissions while lacking visibility into indirect emissions across suppliers, materials, and other activities. Persefoni helps companies to determine their Scope 3 emissions and also the categories that account for their largest share of the footprint. According to Petcurean, the software helped identify ingredients, packaging, and manufacturing that accounted for a major portion of indirect emissions.

2. Private Equity Teams Comparing Carbon Performance Across Portfolio Companies

   Investment firms can struggle to collect comparable emissions data from portfolio companies with different systems and maturity levels. Persefoni helps portfolio companies calculate footprints using a standardized process and share results with their investment teams. In one program, companies received calculated footprints shortly after entering their data.

3. First-Time Carbon Accounting Teams Needing A Practical Emissions Baseline

   Organizations starting their climate programs may find manual calculations too complex, costly, or time-consuming. Persefoni Pro helps team use accessible information, including spend-based data, to establish an initial carbon footprint. According to Brown&Co, adopting this approach helped it overcome the complexity of measuring its emissions for the first time.

4. Sustainability Leaders Moving From Emissions Measurement To Targeted Reduction

   Measuring emissions alone does not show which operational changes will deliver the greatest reductions. Persefoni's 'Net-Zero Navigator' empowers teams to use emissions data, industry context, and targets to develop reduction scenarios. Teams can then track how selected actions affect progress toward their reduction targets.

5. Organizations Using Carbon Data To Strengthen Client-Facing Sustainability Services

   Companies increasingly need credible emissions information to answer customer sustainability requirements and support project decisions. By leveraging Persefoni, organizations can provide detailed carbon data and use it in stakeholder and client communications. Sovereign Consulting, for example, used Persefoni’s corporate inventory to provide more detailed emissions information to major clients.

Is Persefoni Right For You?

Struggling to keep emissions data organized or prepare carbon accounts for audits?

Persefoni is a practical choice for financial institutions, retailers, or enterprises seeking audit-grade carbon accounting. It brings emissions data, reporting, and reduction planning together, making it easier to keep track of carbon information as sustainability needs grow. Names that benefit from its carbon management programs include Xerox, The New York Times, Krispy Kreme, Aramark, and Snowflake. TIME also named Persefoni one of the ‘World’s Top GreenTech Companies’ of 2026.  

In addition, the platform holds ISO 27001, SOC 1 Type II, and SOC 2 Type II certifications. Its calculation methodology is verified against the PCAF Standard by SOCOTEC, further supporting its focus on reliable emissions accounting. Additionally, Persefoni protects customer data with solid security measures. These include AES-256 encryption at rest, TLS 1.2+ encryption in transit, multi-factor authentication, access controls, continuous monitoring, and regular third-party penetration testing.

Need further help deciding if Persefoni fits your organization? Reach out to us at (661) 384-7070.