As the urgency to address climate change emerges, businesses worldwide are under increasing pressure to manage and report their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions transparently. One of the most recognized frameworks for this purpose is ISO 14064, an international standard that helps organizations measure, manage, and verify their carbon footprint.

What is ISO 14064?

ISO 14064 is a globally recognized standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that provides a structured approach to quantifying, monitoring, reporting, validating, and verifying GHG emissions and reductions. Originally published in 2006 and revised in 2018, this standard is part of the ISO 14000 family, which focuses on environmental management.

The Three Parts of ISO 14064

The standard is divided into three key components, each targeting a different aspect of GHG emissions management:

1. ISO 14064-1: Organizational GHG Accounting
   

   This part outlines the principles and requirements for quantifying and reporting an organization’s overall GHG emissions.

   It helps businesses assess their carbon footprint, ensuring that emissions data is accurate and comparable across different reporting frameworks.

2. ISO 14064-2: Project-Level GHG Reductions
   

   This section focuses on specific projects designed to reduce GHG emissions or increase carbon sequestration.

   It provides guidance on how to measure the climate impact of initiatives like renewable energy projects, carbon capture, and reforestation.

3. ISO 14064-3: Verification and Validation

   This part defines the requirements for third-party verification of GHG reports and claims, ensuring that reported data is credible and transparent.

   It is essential for companies looking to align with regulations, investor expectations, and sustainability reporting frameworks.

How Does ISO 14064 Benefit Companies?

1. Enhancing Corporate Credibility
   

   Achieving ISO 14064 certification demonstrates a company’s commitment to transparency and accountability in GHG emissions reporting.

2. Improving Risk Managemen

   Identifying emissions sources helps businesses mitigate climate-related risks and anticipate regulatory changes.

3. Boosting Operational Efficiency

   Companies can reduce emissions while optimizing energy consumption and resource use, leading to cost savings.

4. Ensuring Regulatory Compliance
   

   Governments worldwide are tightening climate disclosure regulations, and ISO 14064 compliance helps businesses stay ahead of policy changes.

5. Attracting Investors and Customers
   

   ESG-focused investors and consumers increasingly favour companies with strong carbon management practices, giving certified businesses a competitive advantage.

How CeroED Aligns with ISO 14064

CeroED offers a cutting-edge SaaS platform that helps businesses track, measure, and reduce their carbon footprint—aligning perfectly with the principles of ISO 14064.

Carbon Footprint Assessment & Visualization: CeroED provides detailed GHG emissions tracking across different operations, making it easier for businesses to quantify and report their footprint (ISO 14064-1).

Emission Reduction Project Management: The platform supports companies in managing projects that reduce carbon emissions (ISO 14064-2).

Third-Party Verification Support: CeroED helps businesses prepare GHG reports for validation and verification by external bodies (ISO 14064-3).

ESG Reporting & Compliance: The platform ensures companies meet regulatory requirements and align with sustainability frameworks like TCFD, GRI, SASB and BRSR.

By integrating ISO 14064-compliant tools, CeroED enables businesses to move towards net-zero emissions efficiently and transparently.

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