The carbon footprint verification process is the process by which the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated directly and indirectly by an organization, an event, a project, or a product are verified.
The verification is conducted by ACERTA to ensure that emissions are quantified correctly, that the sources and factors used are appropriate, and that standards such as UNE-EN ISO 14064, the GHG Protocol, and UNE-EN ISO 14067 are met, verifying the accuracy of the data from its source.
The process is divided into four phases: strategic analysis, data verification, report preparation, and final decision-making. This approach ensures the reliability of the information, identifies potential discrepancies, and issues a statement of compliance that validates the carbon footprint calculation.
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This is the total amount of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated by an organization, either directly or indirectly. It is expressed in tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) and is divided into three scopes: direct emissions (Scope 1), emissions associated with purchased energy (Scope 2), and other indirect emissions such as transportation, suppliers, or waste (Scope 3).
This is a process carried out by an independent entity such as ACERTA, in which a verifier checks that the calculations of emissions made by the organization are correct, that the reported emission sources are appropriate, and that the organization’s Carbon Footprint Report is accurate and truthful, in accordance with standards such as ISO 14064 or the GHG Protocol.
The process consists of four phases: strategic analysis (risk analysis, evidence plan, and verification plan), verification of the data in the report carbon footprint, preparation of the verification report, and, finally, technical review and decision-making regarding the issuance of the Statement of Conformity.
Not necessarily. Following the strategic analysis, the auditor determines whether an on-site visit is necessary. If the process is conducted remotely, it relies on ICT technologies to ensure its effectiveness, security, and integrity.
If the findings are significant, they the auditor reports them to the client. Once the process is complete, a Declaration of Conformity signed and stamped by ACERTA is issued, which can be submitted to the authorities for registration.
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