Verification of the Product Carbon Footprint | Bureau Veritas

Neutral verification of the carbon footprint of your products and services according to ISO 14067 or ISO 14040/14044

Companies are increasingly being evaluated in terms of their sustainable actions. It is therefore important that they are aware of the environmental impact of their business model and make it transparent. By calculating the product carbon footprint for the entire life cycle of their products and services (CO2 footprint), companies can calculate, evaluate and document their CO2 emissions in a well-founded manner. In this way, potential for improvement can be identified and the carbon footprints of products and services can be reduced.

But to ensure that the inventory of product-specific emissions is meaningful and inspires confidence among business partners, customers and other stakeholders, it should be verified by an independent party, such as Bureau Veritas.

CRITICAL REVIEW ACCORDING TO ISO 14040/14044 OR ISO 14067 FOR A CREDIBLE CO2 BALANCE OF YOUR PRODUCTS/SERVICES

The international standard ISO 14067 defines requirements and guidelines for determining, accounting for and quantifying the product-specific carbon footprint (PCF). This refers to greenhouse gases (GHG) generated along the entire value chain of a product or service - starting with resource extraction and raw material procurement, continuing through the production phase, and ending at the end of the product's life cycle. Companies can identify savings measures in the process, so ISO 14067 helps combat climate change.

By meeting the requirements and getting ISO 14067 verified by a trusted partner like Bureau Veritas, you not only add credibility to your carbon footprint, but you also show that you are taking responsibility for your company's environmental impact.

BENEFITS OF ISO 14067 OR ISO 14040/14044 VERIFICATION

  • Credibility

    You demonstrate compliance with legal requirements and highlight your commitment to climate protection

  • Reputation

    Corporate environmental initiatives are becoming increasingly important for business success. This is because sustainable products and processes are becoming a selling point with customers and business partners.

  • CO2 reductions

    The verification process can reveal optimization opportunities within your product lifecycle. In this way, the carbon footprint can be continuously reduced.

  • Corporate Social Responsibility

    Based on the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF), a clear climate strategy can be developed and integrated into your company's CSR strategy.

IMPORTANT QUESTIONS REGARDING ISO 14067 OR 14040/ 14044

  • What is the difference to ISO 14064-1?

    ISO 14067 relates to the determination and verification of product-specific emissions (Product Carbon Footprint, PCF) calculated on the basis of the life cycle assessment. ISO 14064, on the other hand, defines guidelines for determining the greenhouse gas balance (GHG balance) of a company's direct and indirect activities (corporate carbon footprint, CCF).

    For more information, please visit our ISO 14064-1 verification service page.

  • Why should companies get verified according to ISO 14067 or ISO 14040/ ISO 14044?

    More and more purchasing decisions are being made on the basis of sustainability aspects. By calculating your PCF and having it verified according to ISO 14067, you create transparency about your greenhouse gas balance and underline your sense of responsibility. It also allows you to identify potential for improvement and continuously reduce your product-specific carbon footprint.

  • For which products can the carbon footprint be calculated based on the life cycle assessment?

    Life cycle assessment is applicable for many products, e.g.:

    • Chemicals (bulks, intermediates and fine chemicals).
    • Packaging (plastics, paper, glass, metals)
    • Electronic devices
    • Metal parts (e.g. automotive parts)
    • Buildings
    • Food
    • Energy

  • What is the purpose of an LCA?

    A life cycle assessment helps to

    • Improve the company's sustainability commitment and positioning with sustainability initiatives
    • Identify opportunities to optimize purchasing decisions throughout the supply chain
    • Identify opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
    • Develop marketing strategies
    • Encourage participation in national volunteer programs
    • Identify new business opportunities
    • Comply with current and future regulations

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