GHG Emissions Verification and Measurement
Baseline your emissions and achieve your Science-Based Target
We start by understanding your current performance, looking at both your GHG emissions footprint (also commonly known as carbon footprint) and sequestration potential. From here, we build a Net Zero Roadmap, support you to implement it, and track the results.
Emissions
Measure & Verify Carbon Emissions
We specialise in measuring and verifying carbon emissions for your business, providing accurate data and insights across Scopes 1, 2 and 3
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Calculate: GHG protocol corporate foot printing
Verify: Independent verification of your GHG emissions inventory
Disclose: Compliant reporting for stakeholders
- GHG emissions measurement and verification aligned with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and relevant ISO standards, including ISO 14064-1.
- Technical kick-off call to agree your reporting boundary and measurement year.
- Comprehensive Data Collection Form and Guide to streamline the process
- Review of your data for completeness and consistency.
- Mapping of Scope 3 emissions across your value chain.
- Tailored recommendations for reducing your carbon footprint.
- Clear reporting of emissions by scope, category and activity.
- Communications support to highlight your sustainability achievements.
SBTi
Reporting emissions and removals to SBTi
Turn your emissions data into credible reduction targets. We support organisations with emissions data, science-based target development and relevant reporting requirements, helping translate your measured footprint into practical emissions reduction action.
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"At SailGP we are powered by nature, that is why it was vital for us to work with a partner that not only supports the highest standards in nature based solutions but also sets examples of best industry practice. The OCW grant fund provided us with a comprehensive verification of our carbon footprint and rebalancing of our emissions across all 3 Scopes in a cost efficient manner and great social impact."
Transition and Innovation Manager
Sail GP
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Frequently asked questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our services and initiatives.
How can OCW help me measure and verify my organisation’s greenhouse gas emissions?
Every organisation has a unique greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) profile. OCW’s technical experts can support you in measuring, calculating and verifying your Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions.
We begin with a technical consultation to understand your organisation, identify the relevant emissions sources and explain the GHG accounting methodologies and boundaries that will apply. We will then guide you through the data collection process, provide supporting guidance and review any emissions or activity data you have already collected.
Once your data has been gathered, our carbon specialists can calculate your organisation’s GHG inventory using internationally recognised greenhouse gas accounting methodologies. Where your organisation has already calculated its footprint, OCW can instead guide you through the appropriate verification or validation process.
The result is a robust understanding of your organisation’s emissions, providing a credible baseline from which to identify emissions hotspots, prioritise reductions, set targets and track progress over time.
What type of data will I need to calculate my organisation’s greenhouse gas emissions?
Calculating an organisational carbon footprint requires data on the activities that generate greenhouse gas emissions across your organisation’s operations and, where relevant, its value chain. The data required will depend on your organisation’s activities, reporting boundary and the emissions sources included within the assessment.
For Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, commonly required data includes stationary fuels, transport fuels, fugitive emissions and purchased electricity, steam, heating and cooling.
Your organisation may also need to collect data on relevant Scope 3 emissions across its value chain. OCW can help identify which Scope 3 categories are relevant and the most appropriate data to collect. Where detailed supplier or activity data is not initially available, spend-based estimates can be useful for screening and identifying potential emissions hotspots. More specific activity or supplier data can then be prioritised to improve accuracy over time.
What is the difference between an organisational and a product carbon footprint?
An organisational carbon footprint measures the greenhouse gas emissions associated with an organisation’s activities over a defined period, typically a year. It can include direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, emissions from purchased energy, and relevant indirect emissions across the organisation’s value chain.
A product carbon footprint focuses on the emissions associated with a specific product or service. It considers emissions across a product's life cycle, which may include raw material extraction, manufacturing, transport, use and end-of-life treatment.
Product Carbon Footprints
Need to understand the footprint of a specific product? We turn your product and supplier data into a clear carbon footprint, showing where emissions occur and giving you the evidence needed to respond to customers, reporting requests and reduction priorities.