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ClimeCo Unveils Industry-Leading Product Insetting Certification

On March 24, 2026, ClimeCo, a pioneering player in the field of decarbonization, announced the launch of its ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting program. This innovative certification is set to transform how companies recognize and report greenhouse gas emissions reductions directly linked to their product offerings within their value chains.

The ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting program is distinguished by its easily identifiable badge, designed to enhance consumer trust through greater transparency regarding the climate claims associated with various products. By leveraging third-party validation, this certification ensures that companies can effectively demonstrate their sustainability efforts at the product level. As a response to a growing demand for sustainable goods, the program is positioned to clarify the connection between consumers' purchasing choices and the climate actions undertaken by companies.

The Need for Better Recognition

Linda Kelly, ClimeCo’s Senior Vice President of Certification Programs, emphasizes the increasing emphasis companies place on emission reductions within their supply chains. However, she notes the absence of a clear method to recognize these contributions at the product level. This new certification aims to fill that gap, bringing rigor, standardization, and improved clarity around insetting initiatives.

Recent data indicates that products featuring sustainability labeling can experience a marked sales increase of between 13% and 14%. Furthermore, studies reveal that a significant majority of consumers—approximately 80%—express concern regarding the environmental impact of their purchases, with 79% desiring a simplified means of identifying eco-friendly companies. ClimeCo anticipates that the new certification will achieve similar, if not heightened, results.

Addressing Supply Chain Emissions

The challenge of supply chain emissions is particularly acute for companies in sectors such as consumer goods, food production, and agriculture, where these emissions can account for over 90% of their overall greenhouse gas footprints. The ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting program emerges as a practical solution, encouraging projects that directly lower emissions within a company’s value chain. This includes initiatives involving renewable energy, regenerative agriculture, low-carbon transportation fuels, and sustainable materials.

The certification process is transparent and thorough, involving multiple steps:
1. Identification: Companies select the products they wish to certify and submit exhaustive carbon footprint analyses following a cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment (LCA) aligned with accepted industry standards.
2. Documentation: Firms provide evidence of emissions reductions achieved or planned within their supply chain, referred to as “insets.”
3. Verification: ClimeCo meticulously reviews the data provided and assists in procuring any additional insets needed to comply with the ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting Protocol.
4. Certification: Once verified, qualifying products receive registry approval, granting them permission to display the ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting badge for enhanced consumer communication.

As Emily Damon, ClimeCo’s Chief Growth Officer, states, addressing Scope 3 emissions represents a formidable obstacle for many firms on their path to achieving net-zero emissions. This certification allows businesses to showcase their advancements in supply chain decarbonization in a measurable and credible manner, appealing to partners and consumers alike.

Supporting Sustainability Goals

Designed primarily for companies in the consumer goods sector, the ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting program aims to convey sustainability efforts transparently. It supports brands committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and works alongside net-zero strategies and Scope 3 reduction goals. This certification may also facilitate participation in sustainability-focused retail and e-commerce initiatives.

By instituting a standardized protocol for insetting verification, ClimeCo seeks to help companies build credibility concerning value chain decarbonization while making climate action progress more apparent to consumers.

To learn more about the ClimeCo Certified™ Product Insetting program or to initiate discussions on certification, individuals and organizations can reach out to Linda Kelly, Senior Vice President of Certification Programs, via email at [email protected].

About ClimeCo

ClimeCo is an award-winning authority on decarbonization, providing organizations globally with tailored sustainability pathways. The company collaborates with businesses, governments, and capital markets to develop effective ESG and decarbonization solutions. ClimeCo is renowned for crafting impactful projects that help clients realize their sustainability objectives while maximizing their environmental assets and enhancing brand value. Partnering with ClimeCo empowers organizations to drive meaningful environmental change and elevate their climate strategies to new heights.

To connect with ClimeCo, call +1 484.415.0501, or visit their website at climeco.com.