Mission – Vision

1. Terms and Definitions (according to the IPCC and ISO 14067 standards)

Terms	Definitions
Carbon Footprint of Products (CFP) (Carbon Footprint of Products)	The total GHG emissions and removals in the product system are expressed in CO2 equivalent and based on a life cycle assessment of the product, using a single impact category, which is climate change impact. The quantified CFP results are documented in a CFP study report and expressed as CO2e mass per functional unit.
Partial Carbon Footprint of a Product (PCFP)	Partial Carbon Footprint of a Product: Partial Carbon Footprint of a Product: The total GHG emissions and removals of one (or more) selected processes within a product system, expressed as CO2 equivalent from the selected stages or processes in the life cycle.
Life cycle	- Life cycle: The consecutive and interconnected stages related to a product, from raw material procurement or production, derived from natural resources, to end-of-life treatment. - LCA - life cycle assessment: Collecting and evaluating the inputs, outputs, and potential environmental impacts of a product system throughout its entire life cycle.
Carbon offsetting	A mechanism for offsetting all or part of the CFP or partial CFP by preventing emissions, reducing, or removing a quantity of GHG emissions in a process outside the product system being studied.

2. 2. ISO 14067

2.1. General introduction

ISO 14067 Standard: `:Establishes principles, requirements, and guidelines for quantifying the carbon footprint of a product. The purpose of this standard is to measure greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to various stages of a product's life cycle, starting from resource extraction and raw material sourcing, through production, usage, and end-of-life stages.

This standard is based on principles, requirements, and guidelines defined in life cycle assessment (LCA) standards, including ISO 14040 and ISO 14044. It aims to set specific requirements for quantifying the Carbon Footprint of Products (CFP) and Partial CFP.

This standard benefits organizations, industries, service providers, communities, and other stakeholders by providing a clear and consistent method for quantifying CFP. Specifically, applying LCA under this standard, with climate change being the highest-priority impact category, can offer the following advantages:

✔ Avoiding the transfer of burdens from one stage to another within a product’s life cycle or between different product life cycles.
✔ Providing requirements for CFP quantification. CFP
✔ Enabling the tracking of CFP trends in GHG emission reductionKNK
✔ Enhancing understanding of CFP allowing for the identification of opportunities to increase KNK removal and reduce KNK
✔ Promoting a low-carbon sustainable economy.
✔ Increasing reliability, consistency, and transparency inCFP quantification and reporting.
✔ Facilitating the evaluation of product design choices and alternative sourcing options.
✔ Supporting the development and implementation of GFIG management strategies and plans throughout the product life cycle.
✔ Ensuring the preparation of reliable CFP information

2.2 METHODOLOGY FOR CFP QUANTIFICATION

The systematic approach applied in LCA under ISO 14067 not only ensures a comprehensive understanding of the environmental burden of a product but also promotes transparency and consistency in reporting greenhouse gas emissions across different sectors and products.

CFP study according to ISO 14067 includes four stages of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA):

a. Goal and scope definition: Establish the goals and boundaries of the study, including the product system, functional unit, and specific GHGs to be assessed.
b. LCI (Life Cycle Inventory): Product life cycle inventory (LCI): Data is collected on all relevant inputs (e.g., energy, materials) and outputs (e.g., emissions, waste) related to the product system throughout its life cycle.
c. Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA): This stage assesses the potential environmental impacts of the product system based on LCI data, focusing on GHG emissions and removals.
d. Interpretation: The final stage involves analyzing the results of the LCI and LCIA to draw conclusions, identify areas for improvement, and communicate findings.

3. ISO 14067 Verification Process, including several key steps:

a. Pre-assessment: Understand the scope of the product life cycle to be assessed and collect preliminary data. This phase identifies potential challenges and establishes a detailed analysis plan.
b. Detailed Life Cycle Assessment (LCA): A comprehensive LCA is carried out according to the ISO 14040-ISO 14044 standards, detailing all aspects of the product’s environmental impacts, from raw material sourcing to disposal at the end of its life cycle.
c. Verification: The LCA results and carbon emission calculations are then verified by a third party to ensure accuracy and compliance with ISO 14067 standards. This step is crucial for the credibility of the certification.
d. Documentation and Reporting: Comprehensive documentation is prepared to record all details of the LCA and verification steps. This documentation is critical not only for achieving certification but also for future audits.
e. Certification and Continuous Improvement: After the required documentation is approved, the ISO 14067 certification will be granted. Organizations must continue to monitor and improve their processes to maintain certification, including regular re-assessments and reporting.

4. Benefit of ISO 140677