Net Zero Aligned – Verification and Certification for Net Zero Targets
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What is Net Zero Aligned?
Net Zero Aligned is designed for organizations of all sizes and sectors that have set direct (scope 1) and indirect (scopes 2 and 3) greenhouse gas reduction targets. It is suitable for sustainability leaders, compliance managers, and businesses seeking independent verification and certification of their net zero commitments. Net Zero Aligned ensures that your net zero commitments are measurable, transparent, and independently assessed, providing assurance to stakeholders, investors, and customers that your organization is on track to meet its net zero targets.
Net Zero Aligned has been developed in anticipation of the launch of the world’s first international ISO standard for net zero, the forthcoming ‘ISO 14060 Net Zero Aligned Organisations’ standard. This is expected to set a global benchmark for the demonstration of net zero alignment. Our service gives your organization both a head start in preparing for these future requirements and in demonstrating your current alignment to net zero, ensuring your organisation is fully and credibly positioned as a leader in sustainable business practices.
Why Net Zero Aligned?
Many organizations have made commitments to net zero targets, but without independent verification and certification, it can be difficult for your stakeholders to have assurance that you are on track to achieve these claims.
Our Net Zero Aligned service provides a structured, evidence-based, verifiable route to demonstrate your progress and accountability to your targets.
The Net Zero Aligned service combines technical rigour with a clear, two-phase process:
Phase 1: Verification to ISO 14064-1 (Quantification and Reporting of GHGs) or ISO 14068-1 (Transition to Net Zero - Carbon Neutrality)
- Verification is caried out by our experienced sustainability experts .
- Independent assessment of your carbon footprint, mitigation measures and reduction strategies.
- Confirming that your emissions data, reduction plans, and where relevant, your carbon-crediting approach meet internationally recognised ISO standards. Provides an independently verified baseline for your alignment to net zero targets.
- Phase 1 will result in an ISO 14064-1 or ISO 14068-1 Verification Opinion Statement.
Organizations already verified to ISO 14064-1 or ISO 14068-1 can typically move directly to Phase 2.
Phase 2: Certification Audit for Net Zero Alignment
- Independent assessment against ISO’s IWA 42 (Net Zero Guidelines) to determine whether your organization is on track to meet its net zero goals.
- Evaluation of progress against your science-based targets and reduction milestones
- Certification confirms that your strategy and its execution are aligned with global best practices.
- Phase 2 can only proceed with ongoing annual verification to ISO 14064-1 or ISO 14068-1. This Phase will result in a Net Zero Aligned Certificate when the verification outcomes are successful and all requirements are met.
Benefits of the Service
- Demonstrates credible progress toward net zero targets to stakeholders, investors, and customers.
- Provides independent, evidence-based verification and certification.
- Aligns with globally recognized ISO standards and upcoming net zero frameworks.
- Supports transparent reporting and accountability for GHG emissions and reduction plans.
- Enhances reputation and market leadership in sustainability.
- Identifies gaps and opportunities for improvement in net zero strategies.
- Prepares organizations for future regulatory and market requirements.
Why Choose Kiwa?
Kiwa is a trusted global verification and certification body with extensive expertise in carbon and sustainability services. The Net Zero Aligned service is delivered by experienced professionals, ensuring technical rigor and impartiality. Kiwa’s approach combines international best practices with tailored support, helping organizations achieve measurable, transparent, and independently assessed net zero progress. Clients benefit from Kiwa’s global recognition, robust methodologies, and commitment to supporting sustainable business leadership.
Frequent Q&A
What is Net Zero Aligned?
Net Zero Aligned is a phased verification and certification service that helps organizations demonstrate credible progress toward net zero GHG targets, covering scopes 1, 2, and 3.
Why is independent verification important for net zero claims?
Independent verification provides stakeholders with assurance that your net zero commitments are measurable, transparent, and aligned with international standards and upcoming regulations.
What standards does Net Zero Aligned use?
The service is based on ISO 14064-1, ISO 14068-1, and ISO’s IWA 42 Net Zero Guidelines, and prepares organizations for the upcoming ISO 14060 standard.
Who can benefit from Net Zero Aligned?
Any organization with net zero targets, regardless of size or sector, can benefit from independent verification and certification to enhance credibility and stakeholder trust.
What is the outcome of the service?
Organizations receive a verification opinion statement and, upon successful audit, a Net Zero Aligned Certificate, demonstrating alignment with global best practices.
What is a Verification Opinion Statement?
A Verification Opinion Statement is an independent third-party assessment confirming the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of an organization's reported data, typically greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It outlines the scope, criteria (e.g., ISO 14064-3), assurance level (reasonable or limited), and provides a formal conclusion on material misstatements
