Carbon Neutrality & Offsets (ISO 14068)

Introduction

Bureau Veritas provides the expertise, standards, and credibility you need to prove your environmental impact and lead in the transition to a low-carbon economy. As a globally recognized independent third-party expert, our services help companies bridge the credibility gap by providing rigorous, independent verification of carbon neutrality claims. 

Bureau Veritas experts offer third-party validation against internationally recognized standards including ISO 14068 - the global standard for carbon neutrality. With ISO 14068, companies can enhance their reputation through accurate, transparent, and independently verified carbon neutrality claims.

ISO 14068 provides a structured approach to carbon neutrality and aligns with global efforts to achieve net-zero GHG emissions and supports the objectives of the Paris Agreement. ISO 14068 establishes comprehensive requirements and guidelines for achieving and demonstrating carbon neutrality through a robust hierarchical framework that prioritizes:

• Quantifying carbon footprints with precision across all scopes of emissions
• Prioritizing direct GHG emission reductions within your operations as the primary action
• Implementing indirect emission reductions and removal enhancements throughout your value chain
• Utilizing offsetting as the final step only after maximizing reduction and removal opportunities within your control

Challenges:

In today's business landscape, carbon neutrality has evolved from an aspirational goal to a critical business imperative. Companies worldwide are investing significant resources to reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and achieve ambitious climate targets. However, the gap between commitment and credible action has never been more scrutinized.

With adoption of ISO 14068 principles, companies can meet and surpass the environmental standards expected by customers, stakeholders, partners, and the public.

Why BV?

Bureau Veritas brings 195+ years of certification excellence and deep expertise in carbon verification to ISO 14068 implementation. As a global leader with deep experience in GHG verification across thousands of clients worldwide, we combine active participation in ISO standard development with comprehensive expertise in carbon accounting, value chain assessment, and emission reductions. Our global network of climate specialists spans 140+ countries, delivering consistent, independent third-party verification that ensures credible carbon neutrality claims. With a proven track record in environmental management systems and sustainability certification, Bureau Veritas provides the technical excellence, global reach, and unwavering independence your organization needs to achieve trusted ISO 14068 certification and demonstrate genuine climate leadership.