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 | Records a company's greenhouse gas emissions, from the energy consumed to the pollutants generated along the supply chain. With our help: simple, understandable, comprehensive. | Measures the CO₂ emissions of a product from raw material extraction to disposal. Presented clearly and comprehensively thanks to our expertise. | Comprehensive overview of all environmental impacts caused by products or services throughout their entire life cycle. We work in accordance wit |
| Fokus | CO₂ emissions of the entire company | CO₂ emissions of a product – from manufacture to disposal | Total environmental impact of a product or service |
| Ziele | Helps reduce CO₂ emissions and fulfill your company's obligation to prepare a carbon footprint assessment. | Making products more environmentally friendly so that conscious customers appreciate them even more. | 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
+49 69 - 173 20 20 0
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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 | The Gold Standard certifies climate protection projects that reduce CO₂ emissions and strengthen local communities. The Gold Standard Foundation awards it after rigorous testing. | The VCS standard certifies climate protection projects that reduce CO₂ emissions worldwide. It offers flexibility and is verified by the Verra organization according to precise criteria. |
| project type | Projects and initiatives on: renewable energies, energy efficiency, and forest protection | Broad spectrum, including industrial and land use projects |
| monitoring | Strict checks by independent bodies | Also strict MRV (monitoring, reporting, and verification), but without additional sustainability assessment |
| Target group | Companies and organizations with a focus on sustainability | Industrial projects and large-scale projects for reducing emissions |
| criteria | At least two additional positive social or environmental effects required | Focus on emission reduction and tradability of CO₂ certificates |
| flexibility | Strict in terms of additional criteria and social impact | More flexible in the selection of projects |
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!
