CARBON OFFSET CERTIFICATION
commit to impact.
Certification standard for carbon offset commodities, products and services
Carbon Offset Certification is a Swiss-based and global independent label that certifies Commodity transactions, Products or Services (e.g. maritime, aviation solutions) through a third-party assured process where GHG emissions are calculated, verified, and offset accordingly to international recognised best practices, standards, and regulation.
Commodity or Product
Cradle-to-Gate or Cradle-to-Grave
Service
e.g. Aviation or Maritime
Certified audited process with a transparent protocol
01
Calculate
GHG footprint via internationally recognised methodologies.
02
Verify
GHG footprint verification by an independent verification body.
03
Offset
GHG footprint by the retirement of third-party certified carbon reduction credits.
A Digital Registry and Certification Platform
In partnership with
Bureau Veritas: strategic partner and preferred verification body
Bureau Veritas is a global audit and verification services provider with a leading expertise in environmental and sustainability standards.
As per COC certification protocol requiring an independent verification provided by a recognised assurance provider, Bureau Veritas is appointed Preferred Verification Body.
A Certification Recognized by the International Community
Net Zero Certification (NZC) is internationally recognized for its expertise in environmental certification, carbon markets and climate finance strategies.
NZC advises governments on their Net Zero strategies and established the first Sovereign Carbon Initiatives in Africa.
NZC leads the Supervision and Audit Council of the Africa Sovereign Carbon Registry Foundation.
“The African Union Commission reaffirms its commitment to support the Foundation and accompany its initiatives in order to promote concrete solutions for climate action across Africa.”
H.E.M. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf,
Chairman of the African Union Commission
Carbon Offset Certification is a solution for companies to propose credible ‘green’ solutions or to differentiate offers on climate terms, while ensuring alignment with stricter regulations
70% of customers are willing to spend 5% more for ‘green’ solutions
McKinsey, 20 Sept 2022
Stepping forward
Carbon Offset Certification is a member of the United Nations Global Compact, a leading initiative created by the United Nations for the development, implementation and disclosure of responsible business practices. COC supports companies in their journey to climate neutrality under long-term reduction plans through pursuing science-based targets.
The Carbon Offset Certification Protocol has been developed with extensive consultation and support from experts in GHG emissions measurement, certification and governance, NGOs and the commodity industry.
Carbon Offset Certification has been developped with the support from an Advisory Board gathering experts from the industry and relevant institutions.
