
ISO 14068-1: 2023 Carbon Neutrality Certification
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LRQA is a market leader in ISO 14068 certification
ISO 14068 is the international standard for climate change management and the validation and verification of carbon neutrality. Gaining ISO 14068 certification from LRQA demonstrates that your organisation has taken a credible, transparent, and internationally recognised approach to achieving climate neutrality. It helps build trust with customers, stakeholders, and regulators by showing that your claims on carbon and GHG neutrality are independently verified. As PAS 2060 is being phased out, certified organisations will need to transition to ISO 14068.
Benefits include:
- Increased credibility and transparency in carbon neutrality claims
- Alignment with international climate change standards and best practices
- Enhanced trust with stakeholders, regulators, and customers
- Support for your sustainability strategy and competitive advantage
- Check out the Frequently Asked Questions for information about the ISO 14068 standard and our offerings
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Our team of expert auditors is here to be your partner on every aspect of the journey to ISO 14068 certification. They can help you demonstrate your commitment to best practice through globally recognised quality management system certification, and, establish credibility and reliability in your market.
Training
Expand your knowledge of ISO 14068 with our range of courses that have been designed for varying levels of experience and learning styles.
Gap Analysis
Get clarity on where you stand. Our gap analysis service compares your current system against ISO 14068 requirements, helping you prioritise actions and prepare confidently for certification or recertification.
Accredited Certification
Show your commitment to quality and continual improvement with independent, UKAS-accredited certification recognised globally.
Integrated Audits
In cases where your organisation holds multiple climate certifications, we offer an integrated audit and surveillance programme, allowing you to streamline your processes and ultimately leading to more efficient and cost-effective systems.
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We’re everywhere you are. With highly qualified auditors worldwide, we can provide a local service with a globally consistent dedication to excellence. Our people are technical experts with in-depth knowledge of quality management. Wherever you operate, we will be able to support you.

Flexible delivery
Our ISO 14068 training and certification services can be delivered on-site or remotely using safe and secure technology. If you opt for our remote delivery methods, you receive the same high-quality service with several added benefits, including flexibility, fast delivery and access to global expertise.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the meaning of ISO 14068?
ISO 14068 is the international standard for climate change management and the validation and verification of carbon neutrality. It provides a globally recognised framework for organisations to demonstrate that their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have been measured, reduced, and offset in a credible and transparent way. ISO 14068 builds on the UK’s PAS 2060 specification, which it replaces, and establishes clear principles, requirements, and reporting practices to ensure that carbon neutrality claims are scientifically robust and trusted by stakeholders worldwide.
What are the benefits of ISO 14068?
Achieving ISO 14068 certification delivers multiple benefits:
- Credibility and trust: Demonstrates that your carbon neutrality claims are independently verified to internationally agreed standards.
- Market recognition: Aligns your organisation with global best practice, supporting stakeholder confidence and strengthening your reputation.
- Regulatory and investor confidence: Shows regulators, investors, and customers that your climate neutrality approach is transparent and science based.
- Strategic advantage: Supports sustainability and ESG goals, helping to differentiate your organisation in competitive markets.
- Future proofing: Replaces PAS 2060 with a more rigorous framework that aligns with international climate targets and the Paris Agreement.
How do I get ISO 14068 certification?
The path that your organisation takes to achieve ISO 14068 certification will depend on factors such as your size, complexity, and current approach to carbon management. However, the standard process typically includes three main steps.
Stage 1 Audit – document review and planning: Your auditor will review the design and documentation of your carbon neutrality framework, including your GHG inventory, reduction plans, and offsetting strategy. This is often carried out remotely.
Stage 2 Audit – evaluating implementation: Your auditor will assess how effectively your organisation is applying the requirements of ISO 14068, including evidence of emissions reductions and the accuracy of your reporting. If there are no non-conformities, you will be awarded ISO 14068 certification. This stage may be completed remotely or on-site.
Promote your ISO 14068 certification: Achieving certification demonstrates that your carbon neutrality claims are credible and internationally recognised. You can use it to build trust with customers, stakeholders, and regulators while supporting your wider sustainability and net-zero commitments.
How are ISO audits conducted?
Our services blend remote and on-site audit activities to provide unrivalled insight and expertise. Using secure, remote technology, we can provide a fast and flexible way to maintain your audit schedule, help reduce carbon footprint associated with travel, and minimise health and safety risks for people working on hazardous sites or hard-to-reach areas. Outcomes are consistent with on-site audits, so the integrity of your audit and accredited certification remains exactly the same.
How long is my ISO 14068 certificate valid, and what is the renewal process?
Certificates are valid for 3 years from the date of completing the initial certification process. The certification renewal audit is discussed and planned by the auditor well in advance of the expiration to ensure that the ISO certification continues.
How much does it cost to get ISO 14068 certified?
Certification costs will depend on the size and complexity of your organisation and its systems. To get a bespoke quote, please fill in the form below and one of our team members will get in touch with all the details you need.
What are the 13 clauses?
ISO 14068-1:2023 is structured into 13 main clauses which set out the principles and requirements for carbon neutrality:
- Scope
- Normative references
- Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms
- Principles
- Approach
- Commitment to carbon neutrality
- Selection of the subject and its boundary
- Quantification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and removals
- Carbon neutrality management plan
- GHG emission reductions and removal enhancements
- Offsetting the carbon footprint
- Carbon neutrality report
- Carbon neutrality claims
Together, these clauses provide the framework for demonstrating, reporting, and verifying carbon neutrality in a consistent and internationally recognised way.
What does replacing PAS 2060 with ISO 14068 mean for certified organisations?
PAS 2060, the British specification for demonstrating carbon neutrality, is being phased out and replaced by ISO 14068, the new international standard. This means that organisations currently certified to PAS 2060 will need to transition to ISO 14068 to maintain recognised carbon neutrality claims.
The change brings several important implications:
- Global recognition: Unlike PAS 2060, ISO 14068 has been developed and agreed internationally, which strengthens credibility with regulators, customers, and stakeholders around the world.
- More rigorous requirements: ISO 14068 places greater emphasis on transparent greenhouse gas accounting, measurable emission reductions, and alignment with long-term climate science and the Paris Agreement.
- Transition timelines: PAS 2060 certificates will remain valid until their renewal date, but certification bodies such as LRQA will provide a defined transition period (typically 2–3 years) to migrate to ISO 14068.
- Overall, the move to ISO 14068 is not just a compliance update – it is a strategic opportunity to demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to credible, science-based climate neutrality on a global stage.