NQA has launched a new 'Net Zero Aligned' service

We are excited to announce the launch of Net Zero Aligned, a new verification and certification service designed to help organisations to demonstrate real, measurable, transparent and independently assessed progress toward net zero.

This innovative offering provides organisations with the structure and independent assurance they need to prove their climate commitments are on track — giving stakeholders maximum confidence in their sustainability efforts. 

Net Zero Aligned has been developed in part to enable proactive, early adopter organisations to prepare for the forthcoming ISO 14060 Net Zero Aligned Organisations standard, which is expected to be launched by ISO, the International Standards Organisation, later this year.

By securing the most robust and credible independent third-party verification and certification for your net zero alignment now, organisations can position themselves as leaders in sustainable business practices and prepare for future market and compliance expectations. 

What is Net Zero Aligned? 

Net Zero Aligned is a structured, two-phase service that combines NQA’s independent, third-party verification and certification services: 

Phase 1: UKAS Accredited Verification to ISO 14064-1 (Quantification and Reporting of GHGs) or ISO 14068-1 (Transition to Net Zero - Carbon Neutrality) – we conduct a detailed evaluation to verify your carbon footprint, emissions reduction and mitigation strategies, and reporting arrangements against internationally recognised standards. 

Phase 2: Certification Audit for Net Zero Alignment to IWA42 (ISO Net Zero Guidelines) – after successful verification with NQA in Phase 1 (or if you have already received successful verification with another Verification Body), we will conduct a certification audit to confirm that your business is aligned with its net zero target. Certification provides independent assurance that your net zero strategy alignment is credible and science-based. 

This dual approach ensures that your net zero commitments are both measurable and achievable — setting you apart from competitors and building trust with customers, investors, and regulators. 

Why Net Zero Aligned matters 

With increasing pressure on businesses to demonstrate real progress toward net zero, independent verification and certification have become essential.

Unlike other net zero services in the marketplace, which may lack suitable levels of independent rigour and assurance, NQA’s Net Zero Aligned provides a clear and accountable pathway to achieving and proving your net zero goals. 

⇒ Credibility – Independent verification ensures that your emissions data and reduction plans meet international standards. 
⇒ Market differentiation – Certification positions you as a leader in credible, science-based climate action. 
⇒ Stakeholder confidence – Demonstrate accountability and integrity to investors, customers, and regulators. 
⇒ Future-readiness – Stay ahead of upcoming requirements and prepare for ISO 14060. 
 

Net Zero Aligned provides businesses with a clear, holistic, evidence-based route to demonstrating their alignment to net zero goals. It’s about more than just meeting targets — it’s about creating a sustainable, future-proofed strategy that holds up to stakeholder scrutiny.

Stephen Burt, Carbon & Sustainability Services Director at NQA. 

Be among the first to get certified 

Net Zero Aligned is available now to businesses of all sizes and industries. Don’t wait to get ahead of the curve — demonstrate your commitment to net zero with independent verification and certification from a trusted global provider. 

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