| Government guidance on carbon neutrality
Climate change is the greatest challenge facing the world today. Within this context the term ‘carbon neutral’ has become increasingly used. Users of the term range from Government and large organisations to small businesses, communities and even individuals. There are also carbon neutral products (both goods and services) on the market, including events and national and international travel journeys.
The general lack of transparency about the term has emerged as an issue and the idea that the Government should provide guidance has been welcomed. Addressing the lack of transparency on what carbon neutrality means should increase the potential effectiveness of the term, ensure a level playing field and provide both the motivation and an indicator of action on greenhouse gas emissions.
There are many reasons why the concept of carbon neutrality appeals to organisations and others, including:
• To identify and minimise carbon impacts, thereby demonstrating a commitment to tackle climate change
• To engage employees on environmental issues
• To promote a product or service
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DECC - Consultation on the term 'Carbon Neutral'
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 ISO 14064
The ISO 14064 standards provide government and industry with an integrated set of tools for the quantification and reporting of emissions and emissions reductions as well as supporting programs aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and emissions trading. |
 PAS 2060
PAS 2060 is a specification to produce a consistent set of requirements for entities (organisations, governments, communities, families, individuals) to demonstrate carbon neutrality across a given subject area. These subject areas can be activities of organisations, products, services, buildings, events, projects, towns and cities and buildings. |
