GHG Accounting, Reporting & Verification Program (ISO 14064‑1 & ISO 14064‑3)
Master the Full Lifecycle of Greenhouse Gas Inventory Accounting and Independent Verification aligned with ISO 14064‑1 & ISO 14064‑3.
Develop a complete, end‑to‑end understanding of greenhouse gas (GHG) management with this comprehensive training program combining ISO 14064‑1 and ISO 14064‑3. This course provides participants with both the technical skills to build GHG inventories and the auditing expertise needed to verify them with confidence.
Participants will learn how to quantify and report emissions at the organizational level, define boundaries, and apply recognized methodologies. The program then transitions into verification practices, covering audit principles, risk assessment, sampling, and evidence gathering for reliable assurance.
Ideal for sustainability professionals, auditors, and ESG practitioners, this program equips learners with the full lifecycle capabilities required to produce and verify high-quality, audit‑ready GHG statements aligned with international standards.
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
GHG Accounting & Reporting (ISO 14064‑1)
- Understand climate change fundamentals and GHG reporting drivers
- Apply ISO 14064‑1 requirements for GHG inventory development
- Define organizational and reporting boundaries
- Classify emissions into Scope 1, 2, and 3
- Quantify emissions using activity data and emission factors
- Establish baseline years and track emissions performance
- Develop structured GHG reports and documentation
Verification & Audit (ISO 14064‑3)
- Understand verification and validation principles
- Plan and execute GHG verification engagements
- Conduct strategic analysis and risk assessments
- Apply sampling techniques and evidence gathering
- Assess materiality and misstatements
- Prepare verification statements and audit opinions
This course is ideal for:
- Sustainability and ESG professionals
- Environmental and EHS managers
- Carbon accounting specialists
- Internal and external auditors
- Consultants in sustainability and climate reporting
- Professionals preparing for GHG verification or lead auditor roles
Key topics covered include:
Part 1 – GHG Accounting & Reporting (ISO 14064‑1)
- Introduction to climate change and GHG frameworks
- ISO 14064‑1 requirements and principles
- Organizational and reporting boundaries
- Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions
- Data collection and quantification methodologies
- Emission factors and calculation techniques
- Baseline development and tracking
- GHG reporting and documentation requirements
Part 2 – Verification Procedures (ISO 14064‑3)
- Verification vs validation concepts
- Verification principles (impartiality, evidence-based approach)
- Contract review and verification agreements
- Assurance levels and materiality thresholds
- Strategic analysis and risk assessment
- Sampling plans and evidence collection
- Site visits and data verification techniques
- Reporting findings and audit conclusions
- Verification opinion and independent review
Practical Exercises
- GHG inventory development case studies
- Boundary setting and emissions classification
- Risk assessment and verification planning
- Data verification and audit simulations
Final Assessment
- End-of-course exam covering both modules
As climate disclosures become increasingly regulated and scrutinized, organizations must not only measure and report their greenhouse gas emissions but also ensure their credibility through independent verification. This bundled program uniquely integrates ISO 14064‑1 (GHG accounting and reporting) with ISO 14064‑3 (verification and validation), providing a complete framework for managing GHG data across its entire lifecycle.
The first part of the program focuses on ISO 14064‑1, equipping participants with the knowledge to develop robust organizational GHG inventories. Learners will understand how to define organizational and reporting boundaries, classify emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories, and apply appropriate quantification methods using activity data and emission factors.
Building on this foundation, the second part introduces ISO 14064‑3, focusing on verification and assurance. Participants will learn how to evaluate GHG statements, assess materiality, and apply risk-based approaches to verification. Key concepts such as assurance levels, independence, and evidence-based auditing are covered in detail to ensure credible and reproducible verification outcomes.
A strong practical component runs throughout the program, including case studies, exercises, and real-world scenarios. Participants will practice defining system boundaries, performing emissions calculations, developing verification plans, conducting risk assessments, and identifying audit findings.
By the end of the training, participants will have the confidence and capability to both prepare compliant GHG inventories and perform or support verification engagements. This makes the program ideal for professionals seeking to lead sustainability initiatives or advance into GHG auditing and assurance roles.
- Gain a complete understanding of GHG management lifecycle
- Learn both how to build and how to verify GHG inventories
- Align with globally recognized ISO standards
- Improve credibility and audit-readiness of GHG reports
- Strengthen ESG and sustainability reporting capabilities
- Enhance career development in carbon accounting and auditing
- Reduce risks associated with inaccurate or non-compliant reporting
This is a live, instructor-led virtual classroom training with a strong practical focus. Participants benefit from:
- Expert-led lectures
- Interactive discussions and Q&A
- Hands-on exercises and case studies
- Real-world calculation examples
- Peer learning and collaboration
Participants engage in a fully interactive online environment using webcam and audio.
At the end of the each day of the course, participants are required to complete a end-of-day examinations.
Examination Details
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Passing score: 21 out of 30 points (70%)
- Closed-book examination
- 15 multiple-choice questions
- Maximum score: 30 points
To successfully pass the examination, participants must achieve a minimum score of 21 points (70%) in both exams. Scores below this threshold will be considered a fail.
Participants who attend at least 90% of the training will receive a TÜV SÜD Certificate of Attendance. Participants who pass the final examination will earn a TÜV SÜD Certificate of Achievement.
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
GHC Learning Path Overview
This learning path provides a progressive and flexible approach to developing expertise in greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, reporting, verification, and product carbon footprint assessment. Participants may enroll in individual courses based on their immediate learning needs or follow the complete pathway to build end-to-end competence across the GHG management and assurance lifecycle.
Course 1: GHG Inventory Accounting & Reporting for Organizations (ISO 14064-1) provides the foundation by teaching participants how to establish organizational boundaries, quantify GHG emissions, apply appropriate emission factors, and prepare credible GHG inventories and reports in accordance with ISO 14064-1. This course is ideal for sustainability professionals, EHS managers, consultants, and anyone responsible for organizational GHG reporting.
Course 2: Auditor/Lead Auditor Verification Procedures (ISO 14064-3) focuses on the verification of GHG assertions and emissions reports. Participants learn how to plan, conduct, and lead verification activities, evaluate evidence, document findings, and issue verification conclusions in accordance with ISO 14064-3. While Course 2 can be taken independently, it is highly complementary to Course 1 because it builds on the principles of GHG accounting and reporting by providing the assurance and verification perspective.
For organizations and professionals seeking comprehensive capability, Courses 1 and 2 can be taken together as the GHG Accounting, Reporting & Verification Program (ISO 14064-1 & ISO 14064-3). This bundled program provides a complete understanding of both the development and verification of organizational GHG inventories, creating a strong foundation for credible emissions reporting and assurance.
Participants whose roles require product-level carbon accounting can then extend their expertise with Course 3: Product Carbon Footprint (ISO 14067). This advanced course introduces life cycle-based carbon footprint quantification for products and services, supporting activities related to product carbon footprint verification, certification readiness, sustainability claims, and product-level decarbonization strategies. Because product carbon footprint verification remains a specialized application for many organizations, Course 3 is offered as an optional next step, allowing learners to pursue this expertise only when relevant to their business or professional objectives.
Recommended Learning Journey
Option 1: Individual Courses
- Course 1: GHG Inventory Accounting & Reporting for Organizations (ISO 14064-1)
- Course 2: Auditor/Lead Auditor Verification Procedures (ISO 14064-3)
- Course 3: Product Carbon Footprint (ISO 14067)
Option 2: Recommended Pathway
- Step 1: GHG Accounting, Reporting & Verification Program (Courses 1 + 2)
- Step 2: Product Carbon Footprint (ISO 14067) as an optional advanced specialization
This approach provides maximum flexibility while guiding learners through a logical progression from measuring and reporting emissions, to verifying and assuring results, and finally to assessing carbon footprints at the product level.
1. What does this bundled program cover?
It covers both GHG inventory development (ISO 14064‑1) and verification procedures (ISO 14064‑3).
2. Do I need prior experience in GHG accounting?
No, the program is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.
3. What is the key benefit of combining these two courses?
You gain full lifecycle expertise—from creating GHG inventories to verifying them.
4. Will I learn practical skills?
Yes, the program includes real-world exercises and case studies.
5. What is verification in this context?
Verification is the process of assessing whether a GHG statement is materially correct and compliant.
6. What are Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions?
They are categories of emissions covering direct and indirect sources across operations and value chains.
7. Is there an exam?
Yes, a final assessment evaluates knowledge of both modules.
8. Who should take this program?
Professionals involved in sustainability, ESG reporting, or auditing.
9. Will this help with ESG reporting?
Yes, it supports accurate, credible, and verifiable ESG disclosures.
10. Is certification included?
Participants receive a certificate upon completion.
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