International Organization for Standardization (ISO) to develop international standard on Net-Zero
The International Organization for Standardization announced that it is working on developing an international standard for Net-Zero.
The international standard will “provide clarity on the net zero transition, robust requirements, and ultimately enable independently verified and comprehensive climate action and accelerate progress towards a sustainable world.”
The international standard is expected to be launched at COP30 next year and is being designed to provide a unified solution to companies and organizations offer a worldwide solution to assist organizations as they begin their transition to net zero.
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In collaboration with thousands of experts from over 170 countries through national standards bodies, ISO intends to ensure broad consultation and inclusive input in the development process.
The organization will reportedly open the standard to public consultation in 2025 to encourage worldwide input and ensure that all opinions are considered.
Noelia Garcia Nebra, Head of Sustainability at ISO, said, “ISO takes our role in supporting a net zero transition seriously. As part of our Climate Commitment, we look forward to delivering an international standard the market has been asking for, and importantly, suitable for organizations of all sizes, sectors and geographies.”
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The standard represents a progression from the ISO Net Zero Guidelines, which were introduced at COP27, to become an internationally recognized standard that can be independently verified.
The guidelines’ objective was to assist organizations in developing thorough net zero strategies by furnishing them with trustworthy best practices.
The standard aims to instill greater confidence in the public and prevent the misleading practice of greenwashing by establishing rigorous guidance and requirements.
It also offers the potential to validate the authenticity of claims.
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