About Us

About Us

Carbonology® are the leading specialists in Carbon Standards.  We are passionate about what we do.

We’re not afraid to be different. We do not follow, which is why we’re leaders in our field and stand out from the crowd.

How do we do this? Our passion for continual improvement drives innovation which has led us to become unrivalled experts in Carbon Standards.

As specialists in Carbon Standards, we deliver exceptional Verification services.

Giving you peace of mind that your GHG Emissions have been verified to the highest quality standards.

Not only are we the only third-party independent Verification Body to specialise solely in Carbon  Standards, we have the highest NPS in the Verification and Certification industry too.

Our team are selected for their passion to support our clients’ achieve Net Zero, exceptional client-focused mindset and attention to detail. 

Our verifiers are not auditors or assessors, they are highly qualified Carbon Standards Verifiers (Masters in sustainability as a minimum) that have been trained to comply with ISO 17029 (Standard for Verification bodies) and ISO 14064-3 (Standard for Verification against ISO 14064-1).  Our Carbon Standards Verifiers have also undertaken rigorous training in Carbonology® and are registered Carbonologists®.

Meet the Team

Mel Circle

Mel Blackmore

CEO / Founder

David Circle

David Algar

Principal Carbonologist®

Nieve Circle

Nieve Wiggins

Client Success Manager

Jody Circle

Jody Edwards

Client Success Executive

Freya Circle V

Freya Zaborski

Carbonologist®

Joe Circle

Joe Leggett

Carbonologist®

Innovation in sustainability standards

Our story

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2006

Blackmores established

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2009

First to Implement British Standard in Sustainable Event Management (BS 8901)

2010

2010

Pioneered Energy Management Standard BS 16001 (now ISO 50001) in NHS Trust in the UK and Data Centres in EMEA

2012

2012

ISO 20121 supersedes BS 8901 at London 2012 Olympics

2013

2013

ISO 20121 was implemented by Blackmores for Informa (world’s largest events company) and Wembley stadium

2014

2014

Global Strategic Alliance formed to expand energy and environmental services in EMEA

2020

2020

Declared commitment to the Terra Carta and carbon neutrality.
Successfully piloted carbon verification standard ISO 14064.

2021

2021

Awarded Innovate UK funding to introduce ground-breaking online platform to digitalise environmental consulting. The isology hub launched, giving global access 24/7 to affordable first-class consultancy and resources

Become Carbon Neutral

2021

Pioneered Carbonology® - a roadmap to carbon neutrality underpinned by ISO 14064 and PAS 2060

2022

2022

Carbonology® was awarded funding by the UK Government to digitalise consultancy and training to combat the climate emergency

2023

2023

Launched Carbonology® Hub, the worlds first online roadmap to achieve carbon neutrality and Verification to International Standards

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Our mission

We are determined to tackle the climate emergency one step at a time. We support businesses to achieve Net Carbon Zero by providing both a digital and tangible solution to climate change making us the thought leaders in carbon standards.

Our unique methodology, underpinned by world class standards, ensures that any business can achieve carbon footprint Verification (with ISO 14064) and Net Zero Transition (ISO 14068).

We have established a commanding reputation for changing the face of how sustainability standards are implemented in the UK and overseas. Through our collaborative and flexible approach, we swiftly gain an in-depth understanding of our client’s needs and are passionate about creating impactful systems for success.

Join today to help us encourage more businesses to begin their carbon journey. 

Our team values

values a

Adaptable to Change

Embrace client needs by thinking outside of the box and be readily adaptable to an ever-evolving work environment to find solutions

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Passion

Take ownership of decisions with enthusiasm to tackle the climate emergency

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Achievement

Take the initiative to reach and exceed goals successfully

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Integrity

Knowledge that reliable decisions will positively impact both people and the environment

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Together

We work as one team

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