The ISO 14068-1:2023 standard, a key guide to climate neutrality, sets out a holistic framework for companies and their products to achieve the ambitious goals of climate neutrality. This standard builds on the sound methodologies of ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14067, which deal with determining the carbon footprint of companies and products. Here at Five Glaciers Consulting, we recognize the importance of this standard as a key to a more sustainable business and product landscape.

Focus on a continuous process

ISO 14068-1 advocates a dynamic approach that provides for continuous efforts to reduce and offset emissions. Similar to other management standards, it emphasizes the importance of a continuous cycle of assessment, action and reporting to promote sustainable development. This process requires regular reviews and adjustments to ensure that companies and their products are effectively progressing on the path to greenhouse gas neutrality.

Integration into existing management systems

Although at first glance ISO 14068-1 does not have the typical high-level structure of management system standards such as ISO 50001 for energy management, it nevertheless provides a robust basis for companies that take their climate protection measures seriously. It should be noted that this standard cannot yet be seamlessly incorporated into an integrated management system, but it does provide valuable guidance and methods for minimizing carbon footprints and achieving climate neutrality targets.

Summary and outlook

ISO 14068-1:2023 marks an important milestone on the path to a climate-neutral future. It encourages companies and products to pursue a continuous process of assessing, reducing and offsetting greenhouse gas emissions. At Five Glaciers Consulting, we are ready to accompany you on this journey by applying the principles of ISO 14068-1 and developing integrative solutions that not only meet environmental requirements, but also lay the foundation for sustainable growth.

With a deep understanding of the requirements and spirit of this standard, Five Glaciers Consulting helps companies bridge the gap between ambitious climate targets and practical implementation. Immerse yourself in the world of ISO 14068-1:2023 with us and actively shape a greener, more sustainable future.

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