GHG Verification

GHG Verification & Assurance Services

Boost the credibility of your climate claims. ECG offers limited and reasonable assurance GHG verifications to meet regulatory and investor demands.

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) verification is a critical process to ensure the accuracy, credibility, and reliability of your reported emissions data. As stakeholders and regulators demand higher scrutiny, independent, third-party verification provides the confidence needed to stand behind your sustainability claims. ECG offers two distinct levels of assurance to match your organization’s specific needs, budget, and reporting requirements.

Levels of Assurance: Which is Right for You?

Choosing the right level ensures you balance credibility with cost-efficiency, aligning your verification strategy with business priorities and stakeholder expectations. A well-matched assurance approach not only strengthens stakeholder trust but also prepares your organization for future regulatory scrutiny.

Limited Assurance
A moderate level of assurance that provides confidence that no significant issues were found in your GHG data.
Best For: Smaller organizations or less complex GHG inventories.
Process: Involves analytical procedures and inquiries rather than detailed, granular testing.
Benefit: A cost-effective and efficient way to gain reasonable confidence and identify major issues.

Reasonable Assurance
The highest level of assurance, providing strong confidence in the accuracy and reliability of your GHG data.
Best For: Large or complex GHG inventories, compliance with strict regulations, or organizations seeking to make strong public claims.
Process: A comprehensive review involving detailed data testing, in-depth analysis, and on-site visits.
Benefit: Delivers maximum credibility with investors, regulators, and other key stakeholders.

Our GHG Verification Process

ECG follows a systematic process to deliver a credible and transparent verification report.
1. Planning and Preparation: We establish the scope of the verification and develop a detailed plan outlining methodologies and timelines.
2. Document Review: Our team examines all relevant documentation, including emissions data, calculation methodologies, and reporting processes, to ensure they meet applicable standards.
3. Fieldwork (For Reasonable Assurance): We conduct on-site activities, such as data testing and interviews, to confirm the accuracy and completeness of your reported emissions.
4. Reporting and Follow-Up: We compile our findings in a final verification report, noting any discrepancies and providing recommendations for improvement.