Building trust in the low carbon economy
Businesses recognise the climate change issue as a serious societal problem. To take their part in the solution, they need to act in a responsible and responsive manner implying:
to be seen as doing what they reasonably can to combat climate change,
to be innovative as their business models will be challenged,
to anticipate the regulatory risks, directly or indirectly,
to respond to owner and stakeholder pressures.
DNV is uniquely positioned to help companies and organisations understand and manage these risks and pressures through our climate change expertise, technological know-how and independence.
Our customers in the carbon markets recognise that both the business and the risks associated with climate change are international. We have a strong global presence providing local and global capabilities to deal with risk, transparency and trust issues where they occur.
Carbon strategy and policy services
Our carbon strategy and policy services gives companies a competitive advantage by providing economically and environmentally sound solutions to evolving climate change policy, both in GHG regulated and non-regulated sectors.
Energy and carbon management
Energy use is responsible for 82% of the GHG emissions in the developed world and 59% in the developing world. It is obvious that effective energy management is necessary to reverse the effects of climate change.
Carbon market advisory
Our carbon market support services provide companies with the tools and intelligence to effectively position themselves for future carbon regimes in the face of uncertainty.
Carbon credit validation and verification
Carbon credit validation and verification is a third party service related to the compliance market, regulating emission allowances and offsets according to the Kyoto Protocol’s flexible mechanisms , the European Directive on Emissions Trading (EU ETS) or voluntary emission reductions.
Environment and climate
The considerable shortage of expertise and competent people has become one of the major challenges for the carbon market and its players. To respond to this challenge, we offer a range of training courses.
Sustainability
The power to build trust is linked to risk management. Sustainability is about environmental, social and governance issues –linked to the trust you enjoy. Sustainability risk management enables you with the power to build trust
Contact us
Feel free to contact us with general or specific questions about climate change. Our experts will answer your enquiry. Request a quote from us to get a better idea of how we can help you.
DNV Climate Change Services brochure
Read more about how we can help you to build trust in the low carbon economy.
Why partner with DNV
DNV is a leading independent greenhouse gas verifier operating globally. We believe in a partnership approach that benefits you and your organisation. Our greenhouse gas specialists are used by companies, organisations, and governments across a wide range of industry sectors.
Cleaner energy
To uphold a sustainable future, a considerable reduction of CO2 emissions is essential. DNV can assist the industry with several services and solutions.
Read position papers from DNV Research and Innovation on climate change issues.
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World’s first REDD climate credit
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A new life for Lakshmi
Here is Lakshmi Devamma (28), walking along with today’s catch. The cow dung is used to produce methane gas outside her kitchen. A garden hose brings the gas into the kitchen, where a gas burner has replaced the old open fire. This has given her and her children a new life.
Still time to change course
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Growing up green
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An innovative environment
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