For Kiwi organisations
You don’t need to do it alone
Organisations that take action to reduce their carbon footprint are going above and beyond. We see you. We applaud you. And we’re here to support you, with a science-packed carbon measurement label that demonstrates your action on climate change. It’s designed specifically for Kiwi businesses to be straightforward, cost-effective, and aligned with global standards for carbon reporting.
With increasing scrutiny of greenwashing by conscious consumers and advocacy groups, getting it wrong risks your reputation. You need an independent, experienced partner, to help you make, measure and communicate real progress to protect our climate for the future.
How the Climate Action Label Works
This independently provided label ensures the Climate Actions taken by an organisation are clear and transparent. The Label is backed by a robust methodology and six step framework.
Calculate
What gets measured, gets managed. First, your Carbon Action Advisor will calculate your organisation’s carbon footprint – and provide a detailed, but easy to follow report that shows the business activities having the greatest climate impact. This is your benchmark.
Offset
Now you’ve reduced your emissions, choose to offset the rest through local, certified carbon offsetting programmes. We can help you select a programme that aligns with your values and meets your carbon offsetting goals.
Identify
We’ll work with you to create a Carbon Emissions Reduction Plan that outlines the key actions to take to reduce emissions in your business – aligned with the science of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees.
Communicate
You don’t have to be ‘perfect’ to start communicating your journey to clients, customers and industry partners. We offer support, advice and a communication toolkit to help you share your footprint and emissions reduction commitment.
Act
We’re there to support you as you take action – helping you turn obstacles into opportunities. The label you earn includes the year, so customers know you’re current with your commitments.
Repeat
To stay transparent, get your footprint re-measured each year to map your progress and display the current year’s label.
What the different Climate Action Labels mean
The Climate Action Label is a transparent method for businesses to communicate their footprint and emission reduction actions.
Carbon Measured
The business carbon footprint has been calculated in line with international greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting standards and an Emissions Reduction Plan is in place.
Carbon Reduced
The business has calculated its emissions, has an Emissions Reduction Plan in place, and has demonstrated year-on-year reductions in its emissions.
Net Carbon Zero
The business has calculated its emissions in line with international standards and has offset the emissions through carbon credits.
Show your commitment, with the credibility of independent measurement and expert advice. All the rigour, at a more attainable cost.
Ours is a nation of small businesses. In fact, there are close to 550,000 – representing 97% of all Kiwi businesses, employing 29.3% of our workforce and contributing more than a quarter of GDP. So when you thrive, so does Aotearoa New Zealand.
(Data source: Stats NZ.)