Challenges in climate compliance 

Climate change is the most pressing environmental challenge of our time. With global temperatures already 1°C above pre-industrial levels and increasing, the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions has never been more urgent. The Paris Agreement calls for limiting global warming to well below 2°C – and preferably 1.5°C – by achieving a balance between emissions and removals by 2050. In response, over 80 countries and countless businesses have committed to reaching net zero emissions. 

Carbon neutrality is a vital step on this path. Organizations are increasingly expected by regulators, investors, and customers to demonstrate transparent action on climate change mitigation. Credible carbon neutrality verification builds trust, protects reputation, and strengthens ESG performance. 

How our carbon verification services support you  

DNV’s Carbon neutrality verification service supports companies in credibly claiming carbon neutrality in line with international best practices. Whether for corporate operations, products, or value chains, we independently verify that emissions have been calculated, reduced, and offset according to accepted standards. 

Our service includes: 

• Verification of carbon footprint calculations. 
• Review of Carbon neutrality pathway, carbon neutrality management plan, carbon neutrality report and relevant commitments. 
• Review of GHG emissions reduction measures and offset strategies. 
• Assurance of neutrality claims against standards like ISO 14068-1. 
• Evaluation of offset quality and retirement evidence. 
• Independent verification statement of carbon neutrality for stakeholder disclosure. 

DNV’s approach is holistic – we look at your full net zero pathway, including energy audits, emission reductions, and offsetting measures.