Stay Ahead of Regulations with GHG Verification
The regulatory landscape for emissions reporting is changing quickly. New requirements are emerging from multiple fronts:
SEC climate disclosure rules in the U.S.
The EU’s CSRD, which mandates verified emissions reporting
CBAM, impacting companies that trade into the EU
State-level laws like California’s SB253
These frameworks share a common theme: emissions disclosures must be credible, traceable, and verifiable. Companies that only rely on internal estimates will soon find themselves exposed to compliance risks, audit challenges, and reputational damage.
By engaging in third-party GHG Verification now, you not only prepare for compliance but also demonstrate proactive leadership. Verification proves your Scope 1 & 2 data is defensible, audit-ready, and aligned with international standards. It helps you avoid the last-minute scramble when regulations take full effect.
Forward-thinking organizations also gain competitive advantages — stronger investor trust, smoother supply chain relationships, and greater credibility with customers who increasingly demand transparency.
Bottom line: compliance is coming whether you’re ready or not. By starting verification today, you get ahead of regulations and position your company as a trusted leader in sustainability.
Written by Sara Risley, Certification Officer, GreenCircle Certified
About Sara
Sara brings over 15 years of experience in product certification and regulatory compliance. Before joining GreenCircle, she served as the Vice President of Certification at Green Seal, where she led the certification department for two years. Prior to that, she led NSF International's food product certification division, overseeing independent verification for food labels and packaging claims such as Organic and Non-GMO certifications. Additionally, she spent five years as the technical operations lead at NSF International, managing ANSI-accredited standards for commercial food equipment, food contact materials, and water filters.
