NoCO2 Certification
The Carbon Reduction Institute's NoCO2 Certification is Australia's most recognised environmental accreditation for businesses, and an invaluable marketing tool for a host of companies, from SMEs to multi-nationals. As for all certifications under the NoCO2 Program it's a comprehensive, ISO-approved global solution, renowned for its high standard of carbon accounting, that not only helps the environment but will also translate to a healthier bottom line for your brand.
Why certify as carbon neutral?
Political stalling over climate control in Australia has resulted in continued growth in emissions output, without any effective strategy in place to deal with the growing problem. For now, taking action to curb greenhouse gas emissions is left up to us — individuals and businesses who see beyond the politics and understand there is a good business case for becoming carbon neutral. With a brand's green credentials a major factor when it comes to consumers' purchasing decisions, your company's environmental image will greatly influence how it is perceived in the marketplace. There are also now substantial cost savings to be made by companies who take steps to curb their greenhouse gas emissions in areas such as electricity, gas and transport.
How exactly is the certification process done?
In order for any business to manage the impact of its greenhouse gas emissions, they first must be measured. CRI does this by conducting a comprehensive emissions audit adapted from the Greenhouse Gas Accounting Protocol of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. The protocol defines boundaries and types of emissions to ensure that emissions do not become double counted.
Where does your carbon offset money go, who does it help?
There are many different types of climate change mitigation projects which can achieve carbon savings and become registered carbon offsets. The most common offset projects involve: Renewable energy (including wind, solar, geothermal, landfill gas capture, biomass and hydro generation), Energy efficiency (lighting, cook-stoves), Forestry/revegetation (bio-sequestration). CRI prefers to invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency projects all over the world. CRI currently purchases wind, biomass, hydro generation and cook-stove carbon offsets in China, India, Kenya and Cambodia. Once the project has gained verification from one of the main standards, all offsets must be electronically serialised and make their way onto one of the main registries — typically the Markit Registry and the Gold Standard Registry.
Who is already carbon neutral?
To find out more about currently NoCO2 certified product, services and organisations, please go to the following link:
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