CERTIFICATION
Climate Neutral Commodity certification
A standard for climate neutral commodity transactions based on :
Audited certification
guarantees a
third-party review
Independence
global expertise
Transparence
based on recognised methodologies and carbon credit standards
A standardised methodology to measure, offset emissions and report in a transparent and verifiable manner
To make a transaction Climate Neutral Commodity certified the following six steps are defined in our Certification Protocol :
Commit
Commit to a long-term emission reduction plan.
Define
Give a clear description of the transaction processes and boundaries.
Measure
Provide an accurate account of GHG emissions of the commodity transaction.
REDUCE & OFFSET
Internal reduction and offset all residual emissions by retiring carbon reduction certificates.
Report
Share with CNC accurate information on GHG emissions calculation and reduction.
CERTIFY & COMMUNICATE
Provide transparent information on Climate Neutral Commodity certification.
COMMIT
DEFINE
MEASURE
REDUCE & OFFSET
REPORT
CERTIFY & COMMUNICATE
Benefits
Credibility
independent framework.
Audited process
Carbon Neutrality
emissions targets aligned
with Paris Agreement
Business Opportunities
for decarbonized supply chains.
Access to new markets
Financing
financing conditions from banks
promoting sustainable finance
ESG Commitment
and corporate development
strategy
Communication
Transparent standard and trustworthy communication solution to industry stakeholders
Download Certification Protocol
Climate Neutral Commodity establishes this protocol for ‘cradle-to-gate and ‘cradle-to-grave’ certification with the support and contribution of various individuals, companies and organisations.
We are grateful for all the comments we have received from our public consultation through May and June 2021.
Download Climate Neutral Commodity certification protocol
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For any questions please contact: certification@climateneutralcommodity.com
