NET ZERO CONSULTANCY

NET ZERO CHALLENGES

Various recent surveys and studies have revealed that transformation to net zero comes with all sorts of challenges. These challenges may vary per business, yet they (often) have the need for a structural approach besides external expert support in common. Some of the biggest challenges companies face in their net zero transformation are:

Planning
creation of actionable and cost effective decarbonisation plans
Technology
availability of decarbonization technologies
Corporate governance
integration of carbon into corporate governance and decision making
Incentives
integration of carbon into business decisions or incentives
Carbon data
availability of accurate and timely carbon data insights to be geared toward supporting decision making
Business decisions
need to connect emission data with (informed) business decisions

ACHIEVING NET ZERO VIA A PHASED AND PRAGMATIC APPROACH

Achieving net zero requires a phased and pragmatic approach which consists of the following steps:

Measure & Monitor
Company carbon footprint
a carbon footprint is the basis of your understanding (corporate, assets, supply chains)
Product carbon footprint
insight into the entire life cycle of the products you create (to be prioritized on revenue or criticality)
Implement
Emissions Strategy
development of a strategy enabling to set priorities focusing on GHG reduction activities and science-based targets (executive buy-in is a must; implementation requires allocation of financial and HR resources)
Offset
Offset Residuals
residual emissions should be compensated with certified offsetting projects
(reasonable reductions are to be exhausted first; accepted standards are to be followed)
Communicate
Communication
communication of your climate action strategy and commitment to both customers and stakeholders (building trust in what you communicate by certifying your activities)

ACHIEVING NET ZERO – BUREAU VERITAS SERVICES PORTFOLIO

WHAT BUREAU VERITAS CAN DO

Achieving net zero - Bureau Veritas service offering:

Measure
Develop a consistent approach to carbon footprinting based on organizations, projects, products and assets:
- Carbon footprint independent inventory
- GHG emissions measurements and quantification
- Carbon footprint independent calculation
Implement & Monitor
Prioritize areas for GHG reduction and assess clients on their journey:
- Carbon footprint trajectory design
- Clarity as a customizable performance management solution
Offset
Offset hard to eliminate GHG emissions:
- Carbon footprint independent verification
- Offset and removal independent verification
- Net zero independent verification
Communicate
Demonstrate transparency and create engagement:
- Carbon footprint independent verification
- Sustainability report assurance
- Training

BENEFITS OF NET ZERO CONSULTANCY

Gain confidence in ongoing regulatory compliance
Drive efficiencies through consumption, emissions and cost reductions
Deliver innovation through organisational, product and service footprinting
Establish a reliable baseline for strategic decision making
Identify and implement a longer-term climate change mitigation strategy
Improve accuracy of carbon data for internal and external communication
Improve credibility through reliable carbon reporting and disclosure
Participate in carbon-related investment and other indices
Improve accountability and reputation as a carbon conscious organisation

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WHY CHOOSE BUREAU VERITAS AS YOUR NET ZERO CONSULTANCY?

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in the provision of carbon, energy and net zero consultancy, verification and certification services. Our team of international experts support the development of bespoke net zero strategies to set objectives, targets and management plans. We help with effective implementation and external audit services that integrate plans into existing management structures. Our services can help prioritise actions to reduce impacts and costs, demonstrating conformance and performance improvement to investors and other external stakeholders. As a responsible business we are committed to reducing our own environmental footprint, including through reduction of carbon emissions.

In addition to our net zero consultancy services Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection and certification (TIC), with a long history of experience across all sectors. For further details regarding our service portfolio and specific services we refer to the detailed service pages in this section of our website.