ISO 14068-1
The new international standard for demonstrating your commitment to carbon neutrality and Net Zero.
The new international standard for demonstrating your commitment to carbon neutrality and Net Zero.
We understand that any business can claim to be carbon neutral, but the credibility lies in the commitment to genuine environmental protection. ISO 14068-1 ensures businesses make credible claims about achieving both carbon neutrality and Net Zero emissions, showcasing a structured and transparent approach to environmental responsibility.
The standard, designed to replace PAS 2060, requires businesses to use a credible methodology for quantifying emissions (like ISO 14064-1), demonstrating emission reductions, and to only purchase the highest quality offset credits. The core difference with PAS 2060 is that ISO 14068-1 places more of an emphasis on carbon reduction, rather than solely relying on offsetting. These offsets must meet a certain criterion to be deemed eligible. Offsetting must also be accompanied by a Carbon Reduction Plan to demonstrate you are actively managing your emissions to achieve reductions. At Carbonology®, this is achieved by using the PPN 06/21 format, traditionally used for public sector tendering.
Once a declaration of achievement by the requirements of the standard has been issued, internal and external communication of success can begin which can be a tool to strengthen relationships with stakeholders.
Demonstrate to stakeholders that you have achieved carbon neutrality in a credible and transparent way
Carbon emission calculations completed in alignment with ISO 14064-1
Guidance to ensure you achieve carbon neutrality with only the highest quality offset project(s) and avoid inadvertent greenwashing
Mitigate the impacts of climate change and demonstrate leadership in environmental sustainability
Our team work with you to demonstrate your commitment to carbon neutrality in alignment with the world’s leading carbon neutrality standard to boost your sustainability credentials and put you on the path for achieving Net Zero by 2050.
This involves quantifying emissions in line with ISO 14064-1 . All details of your carbon neutrality are contained within a Qualifying Explanatory Statement (QES) which will also act as your integrated ISO 14064-1 GHG Report to reduce the number of documents to manage.
As with an ISO 14064-1 project, we will also provide you with a bespoke Emissions Monitoring System to simplify your carbon reporting for up to 10 years if desired.
Once calculations are complete, we will work together on a long-term decarbonisation and offsetting strategy for your emissions. It is our role here to guide you towards credible schemes that meet the requirements of PAS 2060.
An ISO 14068-1 project will cover Steps 1- 7 of our Carbonology® methodology; define, quantify, commit, reduce, re-quantify (2nd reporting period), offset and declare.
As an alternative to our traditional consultancy model, we have launched the Carbonology® Hub; the DIY version to ISO 14068-1 certification.
Our training platform allows your organisation to both learn about and implement the Standard so that you can declare compliance with ISO 14068-1.
Want to speak to us about ISO 14068-1 compliance? Simply click on the button below to schedule a date and time convenient for you.
ISO 14068-1 certification is a globally recognised standard for achieving carbon neutrality on the road to Net Zero emissions. It provides a framework for organisations to measure, reduce, and offset their greenhouse gas emissions in order to achieve a carbon neutral status.
To become ISO 14068-1 certified, your organisation will need to calculate its carbon footprint, implement strategies to reduce emissions, and then offset any remaining emissions through the purchase of carbon credits or investments in renewable energy projects. Finally, an independent third-party auditor will verify your organisation’s emissions data and practices before granting certification.
ISO 14068-1 certification is important because it demonstrates that your organisation is committed to reducing its environmental impact and taking action on climate change. It can help improve your company’s reputation, attract eco-conscious customers, and contribute to a more sustainable future for the planet.
ISO 14068-1 certification is valid for 1 year, after which organisations must undergo a re-certification, or re-verification, process to ensure they are still meeting the standard’s requirements. This process involves updating carbon footprint data, demonstrating continued emissions reductions, and offsetting any remaining emissions.
Yes, small businesses can achieve ISO 14068-1 certification by implementing sustainable practices, measuring their carbon footprint, and taking steps to reduce emissions. There are resources available to help small businesses navigate the certification, or verification, process and make meaningful contributions to combating climate change, like with our online training platform, the Carbonologyhub.
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