IECQ can help in the fight against climate change.
Carbon footprint of product (CFP), to ISO 14067
A carbon footprint is a measure of the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions caused by an individual, organization, event, or product, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalent. Measuring and reducing a carbon footprint is one way to act on climate change, which many organizations have adopted regarding their environmental performance. Regulators, public interest groups, and organizational peers are now requesting independent assurance (no greenwashing) that an organization has prepared carbon footprint reports in accordance with international standard ISO 14067, providing confidence in the claims made by organizations regarding their environmental performance.
The carbon footprint of a product or service can be divided into three main stages:
Direct emissions
from the manufacturing process, including the production of the product components, assembly, and packaging
Indirect emissions
from the energy used during the product's use, such as electricity consumption during operation
Emissions associated
with the end-of-life stage, including transportation, disposal, and recycling
To calculate the carbon footprint of a product, ISO 14067 provides a standardized methodology for assessing the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with each stage of the product's life cycle. This includes using established data sources and calculation methods to estimate emissions from different processes and activities, as well as considering relevant factors such as product use patterns and end-of-life management practices.
The IECQ Carbon footprint of product verification statement service provides independent verification that companies use the correct process, methodology, and registers to calculate the carbon footprint of a given product.
Independent verification refers to the process of having an independent third party assess and confirm a company’s process used to arrive at a carbon footprint claim. The IECQ (peer-assessed) accepted certification bodies, IECQ CBs, issue international IECQ Carbon footprint of product verification statements through the IECQ online certificate system, confirming that the company is transparent in disclosing they have been audited to ISO 14067.
The benefits of independent verification include:
Increased credibility and transparency
Independent verification provides assurance that the carbon footprint calculation and reduction efforts are accurate, reliable, and trustworthy
Improved efficiency
An independent verification helps identify areas for improvement in a company’s carbon footprint management and reduce the risk of over or underestimating emissions
Enhanced reputation
Companies that have undergone independent verification of their carbon footprint often see an improvement in their reputation as responsible environmental stewards
Increased accountability
Independent verification provides a higher level of accountability and helps ensure that organizations are meeting their commitments to reducing their carbon footprint and addressing climate change
By quantifying the carbon footprint of products, manufacturers can identify opportunities to reduce emissions and improve the sustainability of their operations. Additionally, consumers can use this information to make more informed purchasing decisions and choose products that have a lower environmental impact.
The IECQ Carbon footprint of product verification statement service is based on ISO 14067, Greenhouse gases – Carbon footprint of products – Requirements and guidelines for quantification.
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Related documents
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IECQ Operational Document
IECQ OD 14067
OD 14067 ed.1.0 (EN)
Operational Document - Application of ISO 14067 within IECQ for issuing IECQ Carbon Footprint of Product Verification Statements
IECQ SAR ISO 14067
SAR ISO 14067 ed.1.0 (EN)
Standard Form SAR - IECQ VS CFPP - IECQ Standard Assessment Report SAR ISO 14067 Edition 1.0
ISO International Standard
ISO 14067:2018
Greenhouse gases - Carbon footprint of products - Requirements and guidelines for quantification
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IECQ Carbon footprint of product claims verification
IECQ can help in the fight against climate change. A carbon footprint is a measure of the total greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, organization, event, or product, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalent.
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How to get involved
Certification Bodies seeking to provide this IECQ service should submit an application to the IECQ Secretariat using the forms provided.
CB Application Forms
Form CB Application ed.9.0 (EN)
Standard Form MC-129-Q - IECQ CB Application Form
This form is to be completed by certification bodies seeking acceptance as an IECQ Certification Body (IECQ CB) and once completed is to be reviewed and endorsed by one of the IECQ Member Bodies (IECQ MBs) and then forwarded to the IECQ Secretariat as indicated on the form.
Form CB Extension of Scope ed.10.0 (EN)
Standard Form MC-130-Q - IECQ CB Application for Extension of Scope
This application & capability declaration form is to be completed by accepted IECQ Certification Bodies (IECQ CBs) when seeking to extend their scope of IECQ acceptance to other IECQ Services and new or revised Standards / Specifications. The completed form is then forwarded to the IECQ Secretariat as indicated on the form.
ARF ISO 14065 ed.1.0 (EN)
Assessment Report Form ARF (IECQ VS CFPP) - IECQ Assessment ReportForm ARF ISO 14067 Edition 1.0
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