Offset
Together, we will manage suitable compensation measures to offset your CO₂ emissions.
Calculate and create CO₂ balance sheet
We make your emissions visible, for a clear path to reduction. You know your company best - we ask the right questions.
The CO₂ balance sheet - what you need to know
A carbon footprint shows at a glance how much CO₂ your company produces - in other words, how many harmful emissions are generated. Large and listed companies are now even obliged by the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) to calculate and publish such a balance sheet. But don't panic. What sounds like a lot of work, we can do for you. So you can concentrate purely on what is most important to you - your core business.
Which balance sheet will get you ahead? An overview of the most important points.
| Merkmal | CCF | PCF | Ökobilanz |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definition | Erfasst die Treibhausgasemissionen eines Unternehmens, von der verbrauchten Energie bis hin zu den Schadstoffen, die entlang der Lieferkette entstehen. Mit unserer Hilfe: einfach, verständlich, umfassend. | Misst die CO₂-Emissionen eines Produkts von der Rohstoffgewinnung bis zur Entsorgung. Durch unsere Expertise: klar und nachvollziehbar dargestellt. | Ganzheitliche Übersicht aller Umweltauswirkungen, die von Produkten oder Dienstleistungen in Ihrem gesamten Lebenszyklus anfallen. Wir arbeiten gemäß internationalem Standard, wie ISO 14040/44. |
| Fokus | CO₂-Emissionen des gesamten Unternehmens | CO₂-Emissionen eines Produktes – von Herstellung bis Entsorgung | Gesamte Umweltauswirkungen eines Produktes oder einer Dienstleistung |
| Ziele | Hilft dabei, CO₂-Emissionen zu reduzieren und der Pflicht ihres Unternehmens nachzukommen, eine CO₂-Bilanzierung zu erstellen. | Produkte umweltfreundlicher gestalten, damit bewusste Kunden sie noch mehr schätzen. | Fundierte Entscheidungen zur Minimierung von Umweltauswirkungen wie Wasserverbrauch und Abfallproduktion treffen. |
Accounting with natureOffice - we offer:
Customized solutions
We take the time to get to know you and calculate CO₂ balances that are precisely tailored to you. We have no standard procedures, only tailor-made solutions.
Many years of expertise
Numerous companies have relied on our expertise for over 15 years. We know exactly how to provide you with the best possible advice for your individual case.
Transparent advice
Transparency is extremely important to us. We ensure that everything is clear and comprehensible at all times and that no questions remain unanswered.
Comprehensive service
From getting to know your company and calculating your carbon footprint to implementing your climate strategies - we are always reliably at your side.
Creating a carbon footprint - this is important
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Preparation of the carbon footprint
To be able to calculate your CO₂ balance sheet, first anchor the topic in your company and create awareness internally by involving the departments concerned. This will make it easier for us to get started and nothing will stand in the way of successful collaboration.
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Set goals
Clear goals are worth their weight in gold! Whether you want to comply with laws, meet customer requirements or reduce emissions - a clear goal makes it easier for us to do the work for you.
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Define system boundaries
Defining system boundaries involves determining what your carbon footprint should cover. This includes: Temporal: Determine the start year. Organizational: Determine the locations to be covered. Emission categories: Selecting the relevant scopes (1, 2, 3). This information enables us to create a customized CO₂ balance sheet.
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Create CO₂ footprint
The next step is to get down to business. We calculate your carbon footprint - in close consultation with you, of course. You provide the relevant data and we analyze it according to your goals.
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Results & report formats
We will be happy to advise you on the appropriate reporting format. The Greenhouse Gas Protocol for international comparisons, ISO 14064-1 for verifiable standards, and ISO 14040 for detailed life cycle assessments. So your report is tailored precisely to your objectives.
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Measures for CO₂ reduction
Your carbon footprint opens up ways to reduce emissions: optimize energy, use renewable energies, improve supply chains. Together, we develop simple steps for sustainable reductions. Emissions down? Put your hand on it!
Questions? Answers!
Annika Keidl
Head of Environmental Analysis & Consulting
annika.keidl@natureoffice.com
We are here to help you as quickly as possible
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Offsetting CO₂ - a comparison of international standards
Offsetting can be a possible step after the carbon footprint: We offset emissions by investing in climate protection projects and make an immediate positive impact on the climate.
| Standards | Gold-Standard | VCS-Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | Der Gold-Standard zertifiziert Klimaschutzprojekte, die CO₂ reduzieren und lokale Gemeinschaften stärken. Die Gold Standard Foundation vergibt es nach strenger Prüfung. | Der VCS-Standard zertifiziert Klimaschutzprojekte, die weltweit CO₂-Emissionen vermindern. Er bietet Flexibilität und wird durch die Verra-Organisation nach genauen Kriterien geprüft. |
| Projektart | Projekte und Initiativen zu: Erneuerbaren Energien, Energieeffizienz und Waldschutz | Breites Spektrum, auch industrielle und Landnutzungsprojekte |
| Monitoring | Strenge Überprüfungen durch unabhängige Stellen | Ebenfalls strenge MRV (Monitoring, Reporting und Verfifikation), aber ohne zusätzliche Nachhaltigkeitsprüfung |
| Zielgruppe | Unternehmen und Organisationen mit Fokus auf Nachhaltigkeit | Industrieprojekte und groß angelegte Projekte zu Emissionsreduzierungen |
| Kriterien | Mindestens zwei zusätzliche positive soziale oder ökologische Effekte erforderlich | Konzentration auf Emissionsreduzierung und Handelbarkeit von CO₂-Zertifikaten |
| Flexibilität | Streng in Bezug auf zusätzliche Kriterien und soziale Wirkung | Flexibler bei der Auswahl der Projekte |
FAQs: Frequently asked questions
A CO₂ balance sheet for companies records all climate-relevant emissions caused by your activities. This includes direct emissions from your own sources (Scope 1), indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2) and other indirect emissions along the value chain (Scope 3). Calculating a CO₂ balance sheet helps you to identify key emissions and develop targeted reduction measures. The carbon footprint is the starting point for a more sustainable future.
Not all, but many companies are obliged to prepare a carbon footprint. Especially if you fall under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), because then a CO₂ balance sheet is mandatory for your company. This applies to large companies with more than 250 employees, a turnover of over 40 million euros or a balance sheet total of over 20 million euros.
Calculating a carbon footprint helps you to understand the climate impact of your company. It shows where emissions are generated and identifies opportunities to reduce them. As a result, you not only optimize your sustainability strategy, but also increase your efficiency and competitiveness. A clear view of your emissions opens up new opportunities for your future.
First, we determine the scope of your CO₂ balance sheet together and develop a customized offer. After acceptance, we start the data collection with a kick-off meeting. We take care of the analysis and calculate your carbon footprint. Finally, we present the results to you in a clear and comprehensive manner, including full documentation and digital reporting. So you can concentrate fully on your core business while we take care of the rest!
