Carbon Certification for SMEs
The NCS Advantage for SMEs
We understand that small and medium enterprises face unique sustainability challenges. Our certification framework is specifically designed to be accessible, practical and valuable for smaller organisations.
Practical Certification Pathways
- Lower Carbon Recognition: Our intensity-based metrics accommodate business growth
- Staged Approach: Begin with what’s achievable and progress at your pace
- Proportionate Requirements: Focus on what matters most for your specific business
SME-Friendly Verification
- Streamlined Process: Digital verification reduces administrative burden
- Realistic Data Expectations: Pragmatic approach to data availability challenges
- Clear Guidance: Step-by-step support throughout the certification journey
Competitive Benefits
- Market Differentiation: Stand out from competitors with verified credentials
- Client Requirements: Meet increasing supply chain sustainability criteria
- Funding Advantage: Improve access to sustainability-linked financing
- Regulatory Readiness: Prepare for upcoming reporting requirements
Carbon Certification FAQs for Small Businesses
Absolutely; beyond environmental benefits, certification provides competitive advantage, meets customer expectations, prepares for regulations, and often identifies cost savings.
Our Protocol accommodates SME realities with appropriate estimates and secondary data where necessary, focusing on improvement over time.
Our Protocol features a propriety Lower Carbon certification (aligned with UN Global Stocktake reduction targets) which is specifically designed with SMEs in mind. It focuses on intensity of carbon footprint (i.e. tonnes of CO2/unit of product) meaning we are measuring your carbon efficiency, which allows your business to grow while showcasing leading carbon ambition.
