We are a specialist environmental economics consultancy with particular expertise in supporting decision-makers by using the next generation of cost-benefit analysis and decision support methods.
About us
Orbital Applied Economics was founded in 2021 by Matt Georges, who believes that economics should be grounded in data as well as theory. His approach emphasises collaboration between economists and scientists across various disciplines, with the goal of enhancing human decision-making through accessible and effective tools.
You can find out more about Matt on his LinkedIn page.
Our services focus on assessing trade-offs, reducing uncertainty, and equipping teams with the tools to apply economic thinking effectively.
Cost-benefit analysis
We develop and apply CBA models to help organisations evaluate trade-offs and make informed decisions.
Create, update and review CBA models
Apply CBA models to a wide range of environmental problems
Produce clear and concise reports and presentations summarising CBA findings
Work with clients to embed CBA models into business-as-usual processes
Hear directly from our clients about how our services have helped them make better decisions, reduce uncertainty, and improve their operations.
“It has been great working with you and the reports you have produced will be very useful for us going forward. It’s not a straight-forward project, so thank you for your hard work and dedication.”
–Dr. Eva-Maria Scholz, Senior Specialist in Economics, Natural England.
“I just wanted to say a massive well done for getting this over to the client today given the very demanding timescales you’ve had to work to. Thank you for all the effort you’ve put into this.”
–James Holloway, Senior Consultant, Arup.
“This is great! Thank you for producing the model and the variations we have requested and providing such clear advice on the results.”
–Andy Guffog, Sustainability Manager, The Environment Agency.
“Thank you – it’s been great working with you and this will be a valuable piece of analysis to inform our thinking.”
–Kristina Glushkova, Knowledge Exchange Manager – StoryFutures and Social Innovation, Royal Holloway, University of London.
“Great to work with you – both Hannah and I have really enjoyed your input and different perspective. I really hope we can work together on something again in the future.”
“It has been great working with you and the reports you have produced will be very useful for us going forward. It’s not a straight-forward project, so thank you for your hard work and dedication.”
–Dr. Eva-Maria Scholz, Senior Specialist in Economics, Natural England.
“I just wanted to say a massive well done for getting this over to the client today given the very demanding timescales you’ve had to work to. Thank you for all the effort you’ve put into this.”
–James Holloway, Senior Consultant, Arup.
“This is great! Thank you for producing the model and the variations we have requested and providing such clear advice on the results.”
–Andy Guffog, Sustainability Manager, The Environment Agency.
“Thank you – it’s been great working with you and this will be a valuable piece of analysis to inform our thinking.”
–Kristina Glushkova, Knowledge Exchange Manager – StoryFutures and Social Innovation, Royal Holloway, University of London.
“Great to work with you – both Hannah and I have really enjoyed your input and different perspective. I really hope we can work together on something again in the future.”
