Solution: ISO 14064-1

ISO 14064-1 is an internationally recognised standard for the quantification and reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and removals. It provides organisations with a robust framework for developing reliable GHG inventories, ensuring transparency, and supporting effective climate strategies.

About the Standard

Developed by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), ISO 14064-1 establishes fundamental principles and requirements for measuring, monitoring, and reporting GHG emissions across all organisational activities. By applying the standard, companies strengthen the credibility of their environmental data, ensuring consistency with international benchmarks and alignment with evolving regulatory frameworks.

Key Elements

• GHG Emissions Quantification: Provides methodologies for calculating direct and indirect emissions, as well as removals, across all relevant sources.
• Transparency and Reliability: Emphasises clear, consistent, and verifiable reporting to build stakeholder trust.
• Independent Verification: Supports third-party assessments to confirm the accuracy and completeness of GHG inventories.

Who is it for?

ISO 14064-1 verification is applicable to organisations across all sectors, particularly those that:

• Require credible emissions reporting for investors, regulators, or customers.
• Aim to demonstrate commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility.
• Must comply with legal or regulatory requirements on emissions disclosure.
• Seek to enhance transparency and accountability in environmental performance.

Benefits of Verification

• Credibility: Provides stakeholders with reliable, verified GHG data.
• Compliance: Ensures alignment with national and international regulatory requirements.
• Accountability: Demonstrates environmental responsibility and long-term climate commitment.
• Reputation: Strengthens market position through verified sustainability practices.
• Competitive Advantage: Highlights proactive carbon management and positions the organisation as a leader in climate action.

Certification Procedure

1. Submission of a certification application
2. Independent verification of GHG inventories
3. Issuance of certification in line with ISO 14064-1 requirements