Guidance on Assuring GHG Emissions with AA1000AS v3

Many organisations are expected - or required - to independently verify their GHG data through third parties. This extra level of assurance builds confidence in the methods used by the organisation to calculate GHG emissions, while also standardising the data in a way that fosters comparability and transparency for carbon accounting and reporting. This new guide from AccountAbility can help you to review and verify your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Designed to complement the AA1000 Assurance Standard v3, the guide focuses on the processes required for responsible and complete assurance engagements based on the AccountAbility Principles of Inclusivity, Materiality, Responsiveness, and Impact. It explains preconditions for an AA1000AS v3 engagement; the approach for conducting such an engagement; and how to issue an AA1000AS v3 assurance statement and optional report to management. This resource will be of particular benefit to any professionals involved in collecting, managing, and reporting climate-related information.