PAS 2060 verification demonstrates independent assurance that an organization has accurately measured and reduced its carbon emissions to achieve carbon neutrality. Verification helps maintain the integrity and credibility of carbon neutrality claims, instils trust in stakeholders, and ensures adherence to the PAS 2060 requirements.
The basic principles of PAS 2060 include the following steps to evaluate an organization's carbon footprint calculations, offsetting activities, and overall compliance with PAS 2060:
- Measure GHG emissions based on accurate measurement data
- Reduce emissions by developing a target-driven carbon footprint management plan, which is evaluated
- Offset excess emissions, often by purchasing carbon credits (optional principle)
- Document and validate carbon neutrality through declaring that standards have been met, supported by qualifying explanatory statements (QES) and public disclosure of all documents
Your action plan for these steps is important as this is what is evaluated. Through independent BSI verification to PAS 2060, your business can demonstrate that it has met the requirements. You can show you are serious about sustainability, responding to the challenge of climate change and contributing to the UN SDGs, while enhancing your organization’s performance and resilience.