Solution: ISO 14068-1: Climate Change Management – Transition to Net Zero

ISO 14068-1 is an internationally recognized standard that provides a structured framework for organizations to manage and reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across the entire value chain. It offers guidance on quantifying, reporting, and verifying the life cycle impacts of products, services, and organizations, supporting companies in their transition towards net zero.

By applying ISO 14068-1, organizations strengthen the credibility and transparency of their climate action strategies and demonstrate alignment with international sustainability requirements.

About the standard
As part of the ISO 14000 family, ISO 14068-1 focuses specifically on climate change management and the reduction of GHG emissions. It provides practical tools to identify, assess, and mitigate emissions throughout the life cycle of a product, service, or organizational activity.

The standard emphasizes both short- and long-term emission reduction strategies, ensuring that organizations integrate climate management into their overall business objectives while maintaining data accuracy and consistency.

Key principles include:

• Carbon footprint management: Methodologies for calculating and managing emissions, from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal.
• Life cycle perspective (LCA): A structured approach covering every stage of the product or service lifecycle.
• Emission reduction strategies: Focus on both immediate reductions and long-term climate goals.
• Data integrity: Clear requirements to ensure accuracy, transparency, and comparability of reported results.