Geneva, Switzerland (April 28, 2026) – The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol), the world’s l

• A new era begins in carbon accounting as ISO and GHG Protocol agree to harmonize their existing portfolios of GHG standards and to co-develop new standards for GHG emissions measurement and reporting
• Until now, GHG standards have been developed separately with varying scopes and verification guidance. The new ISO–GHG Protocol partnership, announced today, represents a fundamental shift toward integration and co-development, enabling users to rely on a coherent framework and reducing potential confusion in the market
• The partnership will produce a common global language for emissions accounting, which will accelerate progress towards decarbonization
• The development of combined, credible standards for GHG emissions terminology, measurement, and reporting provides a long-awaited, trusted solution for companies, investors, verifiers, auditors and policymakers, and aligns with recent calls for harmonization by both government and companies.

WASHINGTON DC (September 26, 2024) – Following the launch of the inaugural Steering Committee and Independent Standards Board, GHG Protocol is pleased to announce the members of the four Technical Working Groups that will support the process to revise and update the suite of corporate standards.

WASHINGTON DC (June 25, 2024) – GHG Protocol is pleased to announce the appointment of the inaugural Chair and Vice-Chai

LONDON (June 24, 2024) – Today Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) and the IF

Greenhouse Gas Protocol is pleased to announce that Professor Dr. Alexander Bassen will serve as the inaugural Chair of its Independent Standards Board (ISB), the new governance body tasked with overseeing the update of GHG Protocol’s flagship suite of standards for business (including the Corporate Standard, Scope 2 Guidance, and Scope 3 Standard). 

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