Understand the context
Define organisational boundaries and reporting boundaries.
ORGANISATIONAL GREENHOUSE GAS QUANTIFICATION
ISO 14064-1 GHG inventory consultancy for practical implementation.
ISO 14064-1 specifies principles and requirements at the organisation level for quantification and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions and removals.
01 / Understanding the framework
Start with the right context.
ISO 14064-1 specifies principles and requirements at the organisation level for quantification and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions and removals.
The requirements and practical arrangements should be interpreted in relation to the organisation’s activities, scope, interested parties, applicable obligations and intended outcomes. The appropriate standard edition and any sector-specific requirements should be confirmed before implementation planning.
02 / Key considerations
Build a system that works in context.
The following areas commonly require attention. Their relevance and depth depend on the selected framework and the organisation’s scope.
Address relevant requirements
Identify relevant emission sources, sinks and greenhouse gases.
Build practical controls
Select appropriate quantification methods, activity data and emission factors.
Evaluate and improve
Prepare a transparent GHG inventory report with documented assumptions and limitations.
03 / A considered journey
From review to readiness.
A proportionate plan should be agreed after understanding the organisation’s scope, current practices and intended outcomes. These stages are indicative, not a guaranteed timeline or outcome.
Define the scope
Understand activities, boundaries, interested parties and applicable requirements.
Review current practices
Identify existing controls, strengths, gaps and priorities relevant to the intended framework.
Plan and implement
Agree responsibilities and develop or improve processes and documented information where needed.
Evaluate effectiveness
Use appropriate monitoring, internal evaluation and management review to identify improvement needs.
Prepare for independent assessment
Address findings and understand the independent assessment or accreditation route where applicable.
04 / Scope and responsibilities
Understand the boundaries.
What this service does — and does not — mean.
GHG inventory preparation is distinct from independent validation or verification, assurance opinions, carbon credits or regulatory declarations.
Any engagement scope, delivery arrangements, consultant qualifications and applicable credentials must be confirmed before they are represented as part of a service offer.
05 / Frequently asked questions
ISO 14064-1, explained.
ISO 14064-1 specifies principles and requirements for quantifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions and removals at the organisational level.
No. ISO 14064-1 addresses organisation-level GHG inventories. Product carbon footprint work is addressed by a different standard, ISO 14067.
No. Quantification and reporting are separate from independent validation or verification. A qualified independent body performs such assurance under the applicable arrangements.
Typically, the organisation needs defined boundaries, activity data, relevant emission factors, calculation methods, assumptions and supporting records. Requirements depend on the inventory scope.
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