Cornelius Pieper is a managing director and partner at Boston Consulting Group. He joined in 2004 and is a core member of the Industrial Goods and Social Impact practices. He co-leads BCG’s Center for Climate & Sustainability, supporting clients globally with the transition to a low-carbon economy. 

At BCG, Cornelius has worked mostly with clients in engineering, machinery and components, and in the rail industry. He has deep expertise on green energy, battery technology, energy storage, and Smart Home/building technology. He serves as the global sustainability node for BCG’s Industrial Goods practice and leads our work on batteries and energy storage.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • PhD, Bonn University
  • MS, Bonn University

Publications and Videos

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The Green Tech Opportunity in Hydrogen

Hydrogen is on the verge of becoming instrumental in the fight against climate change—and providing a $200 billion revenue opportunity for machinery makers.
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The Next Generation of Climate Innovation

Companies can create business advantage and value while accelerating climate action.
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Supply Chains as a Game-Changer in the Fight Against Climate Change

Even companies with modest direct-emissions footprints can make a global impact on decarbonization by implementing nine initiatives in their supply chains.
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Spurring Economic Growth Through Climate Action

BCG’s analysis indicates that the country can achieve approximately 80% of Joe Biden’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 with existing technologies—and we can reach 100% with technological innovation and carbon credits for the hardest-to-abate sectors
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A New Course for Climate in the US?

President Joe Biden has proposed the most ambitious climate policy in American history. How should companies get ready for the changes that are coming?
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The Case for a Circular Economy in Electric Vehicle Batteries

Recycle or reuse? That’s the decision for companies looking to profit from millions of retiring EV batteries. What’s the business case?
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Climate Action Pays Off in Transportation and Logistics

Companies that get it right will create financial value and help save the planet.
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How an EU Carbon Border Tax Could Jolt World Trade

Plans to tax CO2 emissions that are attributed to imports would hike costs for EU trade partners and redefine competitive advantage in many industries.
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The Green Factory of the Future

Manufacturers can implement win-win actions in their production and logistics operations that benefit the environment and create financial value.
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Why Climate Change Is No Prisoner’s Dilemma

Ours is the last generation that can prevent a global disaster. Unilateral action may be the answer.
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Climate Should Not Be the Virus’s Next Victim

COVID-19 recovery efforts can contribute to solving two crises at once—if leaders direct recovery-focused investments toward sustainable infrastructure, green jobs, and environmental resilience.
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Taking the Railroad Playbook Beyond PSR

To build upon their recent efficiency gains, railroads need an expanded set of management principles.
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