Carbon Emissions Consulting and Verification for Airlines

We offer the following verification services:

EU ETS

From January 1st 2010, under the EU ETS, aircraft operators who fly into the EU must monitor their CO2 emissions. This applies to many U.S. aircraft operators who will be required to report their carbon emissions to the relevant authority of the EU country assigned to them.  By 31st March 2011, these carbon emissions must be independently verified and reported, ahead of full trading beginning in 2012.

All emissions data under the EU ETS must be verified by independent bodies that are accredited by UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service). Please note that the Scheme will not accept verifications from non-accredited bodies. CICS earned one of the first accreditations from UKAS to provide EU ETS verification for aircraft operators.This accreditation is recognized by the following member states:

• UK
• Ireland
• France
• Spain
• Portugal
• The Netherlands
• Malta

Voluntary reporting market

Whether for carbon footprinting, CR, sustainability or energy reduction purposes, CICS has long been involved in the monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions.

• Total fuel burn or for certain eligible flights.
• Assessment of passenger offsetting schemes.
• Airport carbon footprint.
• Carbon footprint verification of groundworks (offices, support services, etc).

Why CICS?

• We have a strong track record in aviation verification.
• Our verifiers have undertaken training with IATA's Training and Development Institute.
• We have worked with international carriers to monitor their emissions.
• We have been providing independent verification since the EU ETS Scheme started.
  You will be appointed a dedicated lead verifier, who understands your industry and your concerns, and who will act as your single point of contact.