Best Carbon & Climate Certifications for Organizations & Products

Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)

Science-Based Targets

The reference standard for corporate emissions targets: SBTi validates that a company's reduction goals are consistent with limiting warming to 1.5°C. Named in this list's own title and the first thing most climate disclosure frameworks ask for.

Carbon Neutral

Carbon Trust

The Carbon Trust's certification verifying that a product's carbon footprint has been measured, reduced, and offset. One of the most recognized carbon labels globally, used by major consumer brands.

CarbonNeutral Protocol 2023 - Organizations

Climate Impact Parters

A comprehensive framework for organizations to achieve and maintain carbon-neutral status. The CarbonNeutral Protocol is one of the most established corporate carbon management standards worldwide.

EPEAT Climate+ Champions

Global Electronics Council® (GEC)

Recognizes electronics manufacturers demonstrating leadership in climate action. EPEAT Climate+ Champions go beyond baseline environmental criteria to meet advanced climate performance thresholds.

EPEAT Climate+™ designation

Global Electronics Council® (GEC)

A product-level climate designation from the Global Electronics Council. EPEAT Climate+ verifies that IT products meet stringent criteria for energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and climate transparency.

GNFZ Net Zero Plan Certificate

Global Network for Zero

Certifies that an organization or building has a credible, verified plan to achieve net-zero emissions. The Global Network for Zero provides a structured pathway from commitment to achievement.

GNFZ Final Net Zero Certification

Global Network for Zero

The ultimate verification from the Global Network for Zero — certifying that a building has achieved actual net-zero energy, carbon, water, or waste through 12 months of measured performance.

Zero Energy Certification

International Living Future Institute

From the International Living Future Institute, this certification verifies buildings that produce as much clean energy as they consume annually. The gold standard for net-zero energy performance.

B Corp Certification

B Lab

While broader than climate alone, B Corp's rigorous impact assessment includes comprehensive environmental and climate criteria. B Corp companies commit to measuring and reducing their overall environmental footprint.

Certified Energy Savings

GreenCircle

GreenCircle's third-party verification that a product or process achieves certified energy savings compared to industry benchmarks. Provides credible, data-backed claims for marketing and procurement.

Green-e Energy

Center for Resource Solutions

North America's leading certification for renewable energy. Green-e verifies that electricity products meet environmental and consumer protection standards for clean energy claims.