Third Party Verification of Climate Reporting Data
Service Overview
We provide independent verification of climate-related data to strengthen the reliability of organisational disclosures and support alignment with recognised frameworks, including ISO 14064, the GHG Protocol, Climate Active, the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and AASB S2.
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Typical Activities
- Net zero targets verification
- Carbon software emissions verification and system validation
- Climate disclosure verification and pre-assurance against AASB S2
- Independent GHG verification aligned with ISO 14064 and GHG Protocol
- Climate Active third-party verification and technical assessment
We provide independent verification of climate-related data to strengthen the reliability of organisational disclosures and support alignment with recognised reporting frameworks.
Third-Party Greenhouse Gas and Climate Reporting Verification
We provide greenhouse gas and climate reporting verification services to support compliance and strengthen confidence in reported information.
Our team reviews emissions inventories, reporting methodologies and supporting documentation to assess whether disclosures are accurate, consistent and fit for purpose. Beyond compliance, verification can help organisations improve reporting quality and support informed decision-making across climate and sustainability initiatives.
Our approach is grounded in recognised standards and frameworks, including the ISO 14060 series, the GHG Protocol and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Verification services are delivered by experienced greenhouse gas practitioners, ISO 14064 verifiers, ISO 14001 auditors and Chartered Accountants, combining technical expertise with practical reporting experience.
Independent Greenhouse Gas Verification
We provide independent verification of greenhouse gas emissions in accordance with recognised frameworks, including ISO 14064 and the GHG Protocol. Our assessments review emissions data, calculation methodologies and reporting processes to support accurate and transparent disclosures. Verification can support regulatory reporting, voluntary disclosures, emissions reduction programs and broader sustainability initiatives.
Third-Party Verification for Climate Active
We provide independent verification and technical review to support Climate Active certification. This includes assessing emissions inventories, carbon neutral claims and supporting documentation against program requirements. Having supported approximately half of all Climate Active participants, we bring significant practical experience to the verification process and help ensure submissions are prepared efficiently and meet program requirements.
Carbon Accounting Software Verification
We assess carbon accounting and reporting platforms to confirm that emissions calculations and reporting outputs are functioning as intended. By reviewing system logic, emission factors and data flows, we help organisations improve data quality, reduce reporting errors and ensure systems are suitable for ongoing reporting and assurance requirements.
Net Zero Pathway Verification
We review emissions baselines, reduction pathways and target-setting approaches to assess alignment with recognised frameworks, including the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and ISO 14068-1. Independent verification can help strengthen the credibility of net zero commitments and support transparent communication of progress and performance.
Climate Disclosure Pre-Assurance
As climate-related reporting requirements continue to evolve, organisations need confidence that disclosures are supported by appropriate data and governance processes. We undertake pre-assurance reviews to identify gaps in methodologies, controls and reporting practices before formal assurance. This helps organisations improve disclosure quality, prepare for assurance requirements and support compliance with frameworks such as AASB S2.
General Questions
Why is third-party verification important for climate disclosures?
Independent verification enhances the accuracy, transparency and credibility of climate disclosures. It also gives boards, regulators, investors and other stakeholders greater confidence in the data underpinning your reporting.
What does climate reporting verification involve?
Climate reporting verification involves reviewing emissions data, calculation methods, assumptions and reporting processes to confirm that disclosures are complete, supportable and aligned with relevant frameworks. The process identifies gaps, reduces the risk of errors and improves the reliability of your reporting.
What types of climate-related data can Pangolin verify?
We can verify greenhouse gas emissions data, carbon-neutral claims, carbon accounting software outputs, emissions baselines and net zero pathways. This helps ensure the information used for reporting and decision-making is robust and defensible.
Which frameworks and standards do you work with?
Our verification work aligns, where relevant, with recognised frameworks and standards including ISO 14064, the GHG Protocol, the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), AASB S2 and ISO 14068-1. This grounds the review in the standards organisations commonly use to structure climate disclosures and targets.
Can Pangolin assist with Climate Active verification requirements?
Yes. We assess emissions inventories, carbon-neutral claims and supporting documentation against Climate Active program requirements. This support can make the certification process clearer and strengthen the credibility of the claim.
Do you verify carbon accounting software and reporting platforms?
Yes. We review the logic, data flows, emission factors and reporting outputs within carbon accounting systems to confirm that they operate as intended. This improves data quality and reduces the risk of errors flowing through to your disclosures.
Can you verify net zero pathways and target-setting approaches?
We review emissions baselines, reduction pathways and target-setting methodologies to assess their alignment with recognised approaches such as SBTi and ISO 14068-1. This strengthens the credibility of net zero commitments and the assumptions that underpin them.
Q: Who is third-party verification of climate reporting data best suited to?
This service is suited to organisations seeking greater confidence in their climate-related reporting, whether they are responding to stakeholder expectations, preparing for assurance requirements or strengthening internal governance. It is particularly valuable when disclosures must withstand external scrutiny.
How does verification improve reporting quality beyond compliance?
A robust verification process does more than meet compliance requirements. It can identify weaknesses in data collection, calculation methods and reporting controls, helping you build a more reliable foundation for ongoing climate and sustainability reporting.
Who delivers Pangolin’s verification services?
Our verification services are delivered by experienced greenhouse gas practitioners, ISO 14064 verifiers, ISO 14001 auditors and Chartered Accountants. This combination of technical and assurance expertise enables us to review climate data with rigour and practical context.
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