GHG Verification and Assurance Services

Schellman is committed to making sure your greenhouse gas inventory is accurate and trustworthy. Our thorough verification process follows global standards, giving you valuable insights and assurance related to your GHG credibility.

Examination Process

Schellman conducts a thorough examination of your GHG inventory, focusing on each of the three scope types as defined in the GHG Protocol. Our approach adheres to the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Attestation Standards and follows the requirements of ISAE 3000 and ISAE 3410, ensuring the highest level of quality and credibility.

Deliverables

GHG Verification Report: Detailed documentation of nonconformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement identified during the verification process.
GHG Assurance Statement: A publishable statement outlining the standards, assurance steps taken, level of assurance, Schellman’s independence, and an expert opinion based on the specified criteria.

Control Areas and Objectives

We assess various control areas crucial to GHG inventory management, including roles and responsibilities, quality management plan, generic and source-specific quality tests, final inventory estimates and reports review, formal feedback loops, and report, document, and archive procedures.

Client Assertions

We verify Client’s assertions regarding the GHG Inventory Management Plan services, ensuring that the system was appropriately designed and implemented, controls were suitably designed, and operated effectively throughout the specified period.

Timeline and Cost

While the number of scopes, scope categories and facility locations involved in the verification process will influence the engagement timeline and pricing, our starting point for GHG assurance is as follows:

Project Kickoff and Planning: 2 days
Assessment Period: 2 weeks
Deliverable Preparation and Delivery: 3 days

Schellman’s GHG Verification and Assurance assessment typically begins at a $15,000 investment.

Why Choose Schellman?

We have strategically enhanced our focus on environmental sustainability and prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. But why else should you engage us in strengthening your own?

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Expertise

Our experienced professionals are well-versed in GHG verification and assurance, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

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Credibility

We follow international standards, providing you with a credible and trusted verification process.

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Comprehensive Approach

Our assessments cover various control areas, leaving no stone unturned in ensuring the accuracy of your GHG inventory.

Timely Delivery

We understand the importance of timely results. Our efficient process ensures that you receive your verification report and assurance statement promptly.

Meet Your ESG Expert,
Thomas Andresen Gosselin

Tom Andresen Gosselin, based out of Atlanta, is Schellman’s Practice Director for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Services. Tom has worked in ESG for 25 years in 5 different countries, latest as Head of Environment for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines.

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