Categorie serviciu: Sustainability and Governance

• reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions;
• compliance with the requirements of the European Renewable Energy Directive, respectively with the legal measures and requirements of sustainability;
• demonstrating the sustainability and traceability of raw materials in the food industry, chemical industry (eg bioplastics), feed, and other fields of bioenergy (eg solid biomass);
• sustainable use of agricultural land;
• improving the image on the internal and external market;
• financial advantages as a result of the facilitation of both the national and the international trade by accepting the products traded in the ISCC sustainability chain by the main ISCC certified traders.

Sustainability or “sustainable development” is a concept that responsibly promotes the development of society, without depleting available resources and without destroying the environment, so as not to compromise the possibilities of meeting the needs of future generations.
ISCC is an independent sustainability certification system applicable globally to all types of agriculture and forest biomass, biogenic waste and residues, non-biological renewable materials, and recycled carbon-based materials.

The objective of ISCC is represented by the creation of an international, efficient, practical, and transparent system for the certification of biomass and bioenergy.

SRAC offers the possibility of ISCC EU and ISCC PLUS certification

• Completion by the client of the ISCC certification application
• Analysis of the request by SRAC
• Conclusion of a contract between the client and SRAC
• Registration of the organization using the ISCC HUB platform
• Carrying out the audit performed by SRAC to evaluate the conformity of the ISCC system
• File analysis and decision-making certification by SRAC
• Issuance of the certificate by SRAC
• Evaluation of the file by ISCC Gmbh
• Publication of the certificate on the ISCC website

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Manager schema de certificare ISCC: ing. Marilena Croitoru
email: marilena.croitoru@srac.ro
mobil: 0785.235.495

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What is ISO 14064 and GHG reporting?

ISO 14064 sets out the principles and requirements for the design, development, management and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions at organisation or project level. The standard provides a rigorous methodology for quantifying GHG emissions and removals, supporting credible, comparable and transparent GHG reporting. Based on these statements, organisations can set reduction targets, monitor progress and communicate the results to customers, investors and authorities.

The three parts of the ISO 14064 standard

The ISO 14064 standard is divided into three complementary parts:

• SR EN ISO 14064-1:2019 sets out the requirements for quantifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions and removals at the level of an organisation or entity;
• SR EN ISO 14064-2:2019 sets out the requirements for quantifying, monitoring and reporting GHG emission reductions or improvements in GHG removal at project level;
• SR EN ISO 14064-3:2019 sets out requirements and guidance for the validation and verification of GHG statements.

ISO 14064-3 – validation and verification of GHG statements

ISO 14064-3 is the part of the standard dedicated to the independent verification of greenhouse gas statements. It sets out how validation and verification should be planned and carried out, what level of assurance applies, and how an objective conclusion is reached. In practice, ISO 14064-3 is the framework on the basis of which an independent body such as SRAC assesses whether an organisation’s GHG statement is accurate, complete and compliant with the applicable criteria.

The difference between validation and verification

Validation and verification are two distinct activities. Validation involves assessing a claim regarding a future or estimated outcome – for example, the projected emissions reductions of a project. Verification, on the other hand, assesses a claim regarding historical data that has already been realised – for example, an organisation’s GHG emissions inventory for a completed year. In both cases, the outcome is an independent statement confirming the level of confidence in the reported data.

Why is reporting greenhouse gas emissions important?

GHG reporting is no longer merely a voluntary option. The European regulatory framework is becoming increasingly stringent, and independent verification of emissions is taking on a central role:

• Under the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), companies report consolidated emissions indicators across the entire value chain;
• Under the EU ETS (the EU Emissions Trading Scheme), industrial and energy installations monitor, report and verify their emissions, trading emission allowances within a cap;
• Under the CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism), which comes into force in 2026, importers in sectors such as steel, aluminium, cement, fertilisers, electricity and hydrogen must report embedded emissions, using methodologies compatible with ISO 14064.

In all these contexts, a GHG statement validated and verified in accordance with ISO 14064 provides the necessary credibility with authorities, partners and markets.

The benefits of ISO 14064 validation and verification

The validation and verification of GHG statements bring tangible benefits:

• greater credibility, consistency and transparency in the quantification, monitoring and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions;
• support for the development and implementation of GHG management strategies and plans;
• a solid foundation for launching emission reduction projects and quantifying the results achieved;
• identifying opportunities to reduce energy costs;
• demonstrating, to customers and stakeholders, a genuine commitment to environmental responsibility;
• competitive advantages, including in green public procurement procedures;
• easier adaptation to the introduction of mandatory schemes or regulations.

How does the ISO 14064 validation/verification process work?

The process of validating/verifying GHG statements against the SRAC follows clear stages, in accordance with ISO 14064-3.

Stages of the verification process

1. Commencement of work – analysing the information provided by the organisation, identifying potential risks, objectives, scope, criteria and assurance level, and appointing the head of the verification/validation team.
2. Planning – selecting the audit team, liaising with the organisation and drawing up the audit plan.
3. Verification/Validation – assessing the GHG statement against the requirements, analysing the information, verifying the data and the sampling plan, and evaluating the evidence.
4. Issuing the verification/validation statement – formulating the conclusion and issuing the independent statement, based on the findings.

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The cost of ISO 14064 validation/verification

The cost of validating or verifying GHG statements depends on the size of the organisation, the complexity of its emission-generating activities, the scope of the statement and the level of assurance required. To find out the exact cost, the best option is to request a personalised quote.

Why SRAC?

SRAC is an independent body with extensive experience in conformity assessment, offering you objectivity and rigour in the validation and verification of GHG statements. The team of verifiers assesses the reported data in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14064-3 and provides you with a credible verification statement recognised by stakeholders.

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Who needs a GHG audit?

Verifying greenhouse gas emissions is useful for any organisation that reports emissions, whether voluntarily or to comply with regulatory requirements. Typical scenarios include: contributing to the annual report, communicating with customers, complying with reporting requirements set by authorities or investors, and publishing achievements in emissions reduction. As regulations such as the CSRD and CBAM become mandatory, the independent verification of GHG statements is becoming relevant for an increasing number of companies.

Frequently asked questions about the validation and verification of GHG reports

What does the validation and verification of GHG statements involve?

These are processes through which an independent body assesses whether a greenhouse gas emissions statement is accurate, complete and compliant with the applicable criteria. The outcome is a validation or verification statement confirming the level of confidence in the reported data.

What is the difference between validation and verification?

Validation assesses a statement regarding a future or estimated outcome (for example, the projected reductions from a project), whilst verification assesses historical data that has already been realised (for example, the annual emissions inventory). Both are carried out in accordance with ISO 14064-3.

What is ISO 14064-3?

ISO 14064-3 (SR EN ISO 14064-3:2019) is the third part of the ISO 14064 standard, which sets out requirements and guidance for the validation and verification of greenhouse gas claims.

Who needs to have their greenhouse gas emissions verified?

Any organisation that reports GHG emissions, whether voluntarily or for compliance purposes. Verification is becoming increasingly relevant for companies subject to regulations such as the EU ETS, CSRD and CBAM.

How does ISO 14064 support CBAM and CSRD reporting?

ISO 14064 provides a rigorous methodology for quantifying and reporting emissions, which is compatible with the monitoring, reporting and verification requirements of these regulations. A GHG statement verified in accordance with ISO 14064 enhances the credibility of the reported data.

What do I receive following the ISO 14064 verification?

Following the process, the verification body issues a verification (or validation) statement confirming the conclusions of the assessment and the level of confidence in the GHG statement.

How much does ISO 14064 validation/verification cost?

 The cost depends on the size of the organisation, the complexity of the emissions, the scope of the report and the level of assurance required. For an exact cost, we recommend that you request a personalised quote.

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What is a product’s carbon footprint?

A product’s carbon footprint is the total sum of greenhouse gas emissions and removals associated with that product, expressed in CO₂ equivalent. It is calculated on the basis of a life-cycle assessment of the product, taking into account a single category of impact: climate change. In short, the carbon footprint shows how much a product contributes to the greenhouse effect, from the sourcing of raw materials right through to the end of its life cycle.

What is a carbon footprint?

The carbon footprint is a quantitative measure of a product’s climate impact, expressed in carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂ equivalent). As there are several greenhouse gases (methane, nitrous oxide and others), each with a different global warming potential, they are all converted into a common unit – CO₂ equivalent – so that they can be totalled and reported as a single figure.

How to calculate a product’s carbon footprint

The carbon footprint of a product is calculated on the basis of a life cycle assessment (LCA), in accordance with the principles set out in the ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 standards. All relevant stages are taken into account: the extraction and sources of raw materials, production, transport, use and end-of-life treatment. Unlike a simple carbon footprint calculator, which provides a quick and approximate estimate, a rigorous calculation in accordance with ISO 14067 requires actual data, collected at each stage, and a consistent methodology. This is precisely why the result of such a calculation needs to be independently verified in order to be credible.

What is the ISO 14067 standard?

ISO 14067:2018 – ‘Greenhouse gases. Carbon footprint of products. Requirements and guidance for quantification’ – is the international standard that defines the principles, requirements and recommendations for quantifying the carbon footprint of products. The ISO 14067 standard ensures a consistent and transparent approach, so that the carbon footprint calculated by an organisation is consistent, comparable and credible.

ISO 14067 and life cycle assessment (LCA)

ISO 14067 is based on the life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology defined in ISO 14040 and ISO 14044, but restricts it to a single impact category: climate change. This means that the product’s carbon footprint analyses only greenhouse gas emissions and removals, and not other environmental aspects. The life-cycle approach enables the identification of stages with a high environmental impact and the optimisation of the product’s design, procurement, production or recycling.

ISO 14067 or ISO 14064 – what’s the difference?

Although both standards relate to greenhouse gases, they apply at different levels. ISO 14064 covers emissions at the organisational or project level (the company’s emissions inventory), whilst ISO 14067 focuses on the carbon footprint of a specific product throughout its entire life cycle. It should be noted that theverificationof  level of greenhouse gas gemissions with greenhouse effect at the organisation’s level as quantified in accordance with ISO 14064, as well as and the verification of a13> in accordance with ISO 14064, whilst the verification of the product’s carbon footprint is carried out in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14064-3, the standard dedicated to the validation and verification of greenhouse gas claims. Thus, the two standards complement one another.

Carbon footprint verification in accordance with ISO 14067

Quantifying a carbon footprint can be a complex and error-prone process. Independent verification of a carbon footprint is essential, as organisations are increasingly assessed on the basis of their commitment to sustainability. A verified statement provides credibility, consistency and accuracy, and enables the results to be communicated accurately to customers, partners and authorities.

The stages of carbon footprint verification

1. Commencement of the engagement – analysing the information provided by the organisation; determining the objectives, scope, boundaries, criteria and level of assurance; and appointing the head of the audit team.
2. Planning – selecting the audit team, liaising with the organisation, carrying out strategic and risk analysis, and drawing up the audit plan.
3. Verification – the assessment of the study on the product’s carbon footprint against the requirements, as well as the analysis of the information and sample data on which the calculation was based.
4. Issuing the verification statement – preparing the report and the verification statement, carrying out an independent review of these documents, and issuing the statement based on the findings of the verification.

The cost of ISO 14067 verification

The cost of assessing a product’s carbon footprint depends on the complexity of the product and its life cycle, the quality and availability of data, and the level of assurance required. To find out the exact cost, the best option is to request a bespoke quote.

Why SRAC

SRAC is a verification body with extensive experience in the field of greenhouse gases, having provided verification and validation services since the inception of the European Union’s emissions trading scheme. SRAC is accredited by RENAR (certificate OV 006)  in accordance with ISO 17029 and ISO 14065 for the verification and validation of the quantification, monitoring and reporting of GHG emissions (EU-ETS), and the verification process complies with the ISO 14064-3 standard and high competence requirements. By choosing SRAC, you can be sure that your product’s carbon footprint declaration is credible, consistent and accurate, reducing the risk of error and strengthening stakeholder confidence.

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The benefits of carbon footprint assessment

Carbon footprint verification in accordance with ISO 14067 offers tangible benefits:

• greater integrity of data on the carbon footprint of products, through compliance with recognised standards;
• credibility, consistency and transparency in quantification, monitoring and reporting;
• a solid foundation for the development of GHG emissions monitoring systems;
• support for emission reduction and decarbonisation strategies;
• the ability to evaluate alternative options for the design, procurement, manufacture and recycling of products;
• strengthening the organisation’s position in a market that is increasingly concerned about climate change.

Who is ISO 14067 intended for?

Carbon footprint verification in accordance with ISO 14067 is aimed at any organisation wishing to quantify and credibly communicate the climate impact of its products. It is particularly relevant for manufacturers seeking to meet the requirements of customers, retailers or sustainability regulations, as well as for companies developing decarbonisation strategies or seeking to differentiate themselves through products with a low carbon footprint.

Frequently asked questions about verifying the carbon footprint of products (ISO 14067)

What is a product carbon footprint (CFP) declaration?

This is the document that sets out the results of quantifying a product’s carbon footprint, expressed in CO₂ equivalent, based on a life-cycle assessment. Through independent verification, this declaration gains credibility with customers and stakeholders.

What data is required to calculate a carbon footprint?

Data is required on related activities   energy and raw material consumption, as well as the processes of procurement, design, production, transport, use and end-of-life treatment, for each relevant stage of the product. The quality and traceability of this data are essential for an accurate result.

Can I use an online calculator to work out a product’s carbon footprint?

An online calculator can provide a rough estimate that is quite far from reality, but a rigorous carbon footprint calculation in accordance with ISO 14067 requires a life-cycle assessment based on real data. Only such a quantification, which has been independently verified, is credible for communication and compliance purposes.

What do I receive following the ISO 14067 audit?

Following the process, SRAC issues a verification statement confirming the conclusions of the assessment and the level of confidence in the product’s carbon footprint declaration.

How much does a carbon footprint assessment cost?

The cost depends on the complexity of the product and its life cycle, the number of products, the availability of data and the level of cover required. For an exact cost, we recommend that you request a personalised quote.

Is it compulsory to assess the carbon footprint of products?

In itself, verification is not required by law in most cases. However, it is becoming increasingly important as customers, retailers and sustainability regulations demand credible, independently verified data on the climate impact of products.

Care este legătura dintre ISO 14067 și o Declarație de Mediu a Produsului (EPD)?

ISO 14067 quantifies a product’s carbon footprint, i.e. its climate impact. An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) covers a broader range of environmental indicators. The carbon footprint calculated in accordance with ISO 14067 may form one of the components underpinning an EPD.

What do I need to do to get started?

The first step is to submit a request for a quote to SRAC. You will receive a personalised quote and the details you need to begin the process of verifying the carbon footprint of your products.

• Credibility and transparency: ISO 14068-1 implementation enhances the organization’s credibility with stakeholders, including customers, investors and regulators;
• Alignment to global standards: Ensure compliance with the latest practices and requirements in the field of climate change;
• Risk mitigation: By verifying carbon neutrality claims, organizations identify and mitigate the risks associated with greenhouse gas emissions, including financial, operational and reputational risks;
• Access to new markets and funding opportunities: Organizations that demonstrate their commitment to sustainability through carbon neutrality have easier access to new markets and funding opportunities, especially in sectors where sustainability is a key factor;
• Improving corporate ESG / CSRD reporting: the Standard helps organizations to improve the quality and consistency of their sustainability and climate change reporting.

Legal Context and Importance of Climate Action

To limit the increase in global temperatures to no more than 1.5°C and avoid the severe effects of climate change, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) recommends achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
The European Green Deal, initiated by the European Commission, aims to transform the European Union into a modern, resource-efficient and competitive economy. It also aims to make the EU carbon neutral by 2050 and decouple economic growth from resource use. An interim target is to reduce EU greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030.

However, it is difficult to achieve a long-term goal of net zero emissions without recognizing achievements along the way. In this respect, carbon neutrality can help. Organizations that have a clear plan and have started to make real greenhouse gas (GHG) reductions and GHG removal improvements can offset their remaining carbon footprint by using high-quality carbon credits to achieve carbon neutrality.

In recent years, there have been many claims of carbon neutrality that have not been backed up or have been backed up only by the purchase of a few carbon credits, leading to the risk of greenwashing.
Compliance with ISO 14068-1 means that organizations will be able to demonstrate that their carbon neutrality claim is backed up by real actions to reduce GHG emissions and includes a clear pathway to eliminate all possible GHG emissions and improve GHG removals, so that it is not just about purchasing carbon credits from the market. This significantly improves the credibility of a statement.

The role of SRAC in promoting sustainability

SRAC is distinguished by its deep commitment to sustainability, offering a full range of verification and validation services in the field of environmental protection, including:

• ISO 14001 certification,
• Greenhouse Gas (GHG) verification according to Regulation (EU) 2018/2067
• EMAS verification,
• ISCC certification,
• verification and validation of GHG statements according to ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14064-2,
• verification of the carbon footprint of products according to ISO 14067,
• SRAC ECOLABEL according to ISO 14024.

SRAC’s commitment to promoting environmentally responsible business practices is essential to supporting its clients’ sustainability goals.
 

• Ensures compliance with legal requirements;
• Reduces the risk of greenwashing or legal penalties;
• Improves internal processes for monitoring and managing emissions;
• Supports access to green financing and sustainable public procurement.

Why SRAC?

SRAC is a RENAR accredited body for the verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reports and tonne-kilometer data reports (certificate nr. OV 006).

This verification is intended to arrive at a verification opinion with reasonable assurance that the data submitted by the organization that owns the GHG-generating installation in the emission monitoring reports:

• are correctly stated (e.g. that the report does not contain material misstatements);
• are in compliance with the EU ETS permit* and the monitoring plan for installations.

*EU ETS (EU Emission Trading Scheme) – greenhouse gas emissions trading scheme
 

Why GHG verification?

All installations falling under the provisions of HG no. 907/23 october 2025 on the establishment of the greenhouse gas emission allowance trading scheme, with subsequent amendments and additions, must prepare an annual GHG Emission Monitoring Report.
The monitoring and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions shall be carried out in accordance with the harmonized requirements laid down in Commission Regulation (EU) No 2066/2018 and shall be complete, consistent, transparent and accurate for the proper functioning of the greenhouse gas emission allowance trading scheme established by Directive 2003/87/EC.
The operator or aircraft operator shall submit to the competent authority, by March 1st of each year, the Emission Report covering the annual emissions for the reporting period which is verified in accordance with Regulation (EU) No 2067/2018.

Why SRAC?

SRAC is accredited as EMAS environmental verifier (certificate no. VM 001) having the ability to validate environmental declarations for those scopes it has been accredited for.

Any organization, public or private, regardless the type of performed activity, that wishes to continuously improve the environment performance, can require EMAS registration.

The necessary documents for the EMAS registration of an organization are those mentioned in Order No. 2086 of 17th of August 2011 regarding the registration procedure in the Community eco-management and audit scheme – EMAS, order issued by the Ministry of Environment.

Organizations wishing to be registered for the first time shall for EMAS shall (in compliance with the provisions of art. 4 Regulation EC No 1221/2009):

• carry out an environmental review;
• develop and implement an environmental management system;
• carry out an internal audit;
• prepare an environmental statement;
• the initial environmental review, the environment management system, the audit procedure and its implementation shall be verified by an accredited or licensed environmental verifier and the environmental statement shall be validated by that verifier.

The application for registration shall be made to the EMAS Office and shall include the:

• EMAS registration application form, see Annex 2 of Order no. 2086/ 17 August 2011;
• The validated environmental statement in electronic or printed form;
• The declaration signed by the environmental verifier which validated the environmental statement.

EMAS office verifies the correctness and validity of the documents.

The detailed assessment of the documents required for EMAS registration application that is realized by the Competent Body together with EMAS Committee. If during the evaluation meeting all the legal criteria for EMAS Registration, mentioned in art.13, line 2 of the Regulation, are fulfilled, the Competent Body decides to grant the EMAS Registration, based on EMAS Committee notice.

• a way to integrate sustainability in the procurement process, at a strategic level, in the organization’s policies and practices and processes;
• manage financial, environmental and reputational risks more efficiently and effectively;
• promoting innovation;
• sustainability benefits, including life-cycle cost savings;
• contribution to the local economy;
• encouraging small and medium-sized suppliers;
• ensuring respect for human rights in your supply chain;
• reducing resource waste and emissions.

What is ISO 20400 and why is it important?

• demonstrating commitment to sustainability and long-term value creation for the organization and its stakeholders;
• managing risks (including opportunities) for environmentally, socially and economically sustainable development.

• Organizational Governance
• Human rights
• Work practices
• Environment
• Fair practices
• Consumer aspects
• Community involvement and development

Why ISO 20400 certification with SRAC?

SRAC certification confirms the actions implemented by organizations to:

• ensuring the organizational conditions and management techniques necessary to implement a sustainable procurement policy and strategy;
• prioritization of supply chain actions based on risk analysis and sustainability criteria;
• to minimize the organization’s operational risks with regard to the social and economic environment;
• incorporation of the whole value chain in sustainability performance. This necessarily includes the dual involvement of the value chain. In other words:

– Upstream: by encouraging organizations to establish a supply chain with a more positive impact on the environment and the economy, building trust in their value chain;
– Downstream: by generating a positive environmental, social and economic impact throughout the product life cycle.

• sustainable financing and responsible consumption;
• empowering organizations by pursuing much more than making profits at any cost;
• meet the sustainability requirements of clients and investors, reducing the risk associated with environmental regulation;
• turning procurement into a competitive advantage by validating companies’ ESG (environmental, social and governance) criteria.

• consumer confidence: certainty that products comply with strict environmental protection standards;
• reduced environmental impact: contribution to a cleaner environment and sustainability;
• market differentiation: a competitive advantage for eco-certified manufacturers;
• support for corporate responsibility: adopting eco-labelling not only improves a company’s image, but also contributes to the achievement of sustainable development goals;
• long-term savings: energy efficiency and sustainability that translate into financial savings;
• regulatory compliance: meeting or exceeding environmental standards and regulations;
• consumer awareness: eco-labelling helps educate the public about the importance of green choices and the impact they can have on the environment.