Organisation
Net Zero Certification
Science based Net Zero, verified
Science-based climate leadership
NCS Net Zero certification represents the highest level of verified climate ambition. Aligned with Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) criteria, this certification verifies your organisation’s comprehensive commitment to deep decarbonisation across your entire value chain.
Recognising Commitment and Achievement
Achieving Net Zero is a decades-long journey. Our certification recognises both commitment and achievement:
- Net Zero Committed: Verifies your science-based targets and credible transition plan, demonstrating to stakeholders that you’re on a verified pathway aligned with SBTi principles. This valuable certification recognises the significant work involved in establishing robust targets and implementation strategies.
- Net Zero Certified: Acknowledges the ultimate achievement of science-based reduction targets with high-quality carbon removal for residual emissions—the gold standard in climate action.
The Value of Net Zero Committed
Net Zero Committed certification provides immediate recognition while on your long-term journey:
- Stakeholder Confidence: Demonstrates your targets have been independently verified as science-based
- Competitive Differentiation: Distinguishes your commitments from unverified climate pledges
- Implementation Framework: Structured approach for tracking progress and maintaining momentum
- Investor Appeal: Meets increasingly stringent ESG requirements for climate transition plans
- Supply Chain Leadership: Demonstrates credible climate ambition to customers and suppliers
Key Requirements
- Science-Based Targets: Minimum 90% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions
- Scope 3 Ambition: Either 90% absolute reduction or 97% intensity reduction in Scope 3 emissions
- Carbon Removal: High-quality removal credits for any residual emissions
- Comprehensive Strategy: Detailed implementation plan with interim targets
- Value Chain Innovation: Evidence of collaborative efforts across the supply chain
Benefits for Your Organisation
- Climate Leadership: Demonstration of highest-level climate ambition
- Investor Confidence: Meeting increasingly stringent ESG expectations
- Future-Proofing: Alignment with emerging regulations and market expectations
- Value Chain Engagement: Framework for supplier and customer collaboration
- Global Recognition: Internationally respected climate credentials
Validity and Recertification
- Net Zero Committed certification requires annual progress verification against your science-based targets. This ensures accountability while recognising that achieving Net Zero is a long-term journey requiring consistent effort over decades.
- Net Zero Certified status requires ongoing maintenance of reduction levels and updated removal credits for any residual emissions.
Certification Pathways
Download Our Certification Protocol
Download the full NCS Organisations Footprinting Protocol to learn how to measure, verify, and communicate your carbon footprint with confidence.
