South Pole Japan Becomes Associate Consultant of BSI Japan, Promoting Climate Action
On March 26, 2025, South Pole Japan, the Japanese arm of the Swiss climate action firm South Pole, received recognition as an Associate Consultant by BSI Group Japan, the Japanese division of the British Standards Institution (BSI). This prestigious certification underscores South Pole's dedication to promoting environmental responsibility and climate change mitigation among businesses seeking ISO certification.
The recognition was awarded within BSI Japan's Associate Consultant Program (ACP), which aims to connect businesses aspiring for ISO certifications with qualified independent consultants. The program enhances consultancy services related to ISO standards, ensuring that businesses can access expert advice tailored to their certification needs.
South Pole, an authority in providing consulting services related to several ISO standards, was accepted into this program under specific criteria. Among the relevant ISO standards that South Pole specializes in are:
At the certification ceremony, prominent figures included Masaki Urushihara, President of BSI Japan, Sandra Volkanovska, Director of BSI System Certification, and Patrick Buergi, CEO of South Pole Japan. Patrick Buergi, co-founder of South Pole, expressed his thoughts: "Achieving recognition as a consulting company dedicated to ISO climate and environmental standards through BSI Japan is a testament to our strong commitment to delivering reliability and impact in the rapidly changing climate landscape. We are proud to provide comprehensive support aimed at carbon neutrality certification based on ISO 14068-1 and PAS 2060. Our services cover every aspect from calculating GHG emissions to setting targets, developing roadmaps, and securing credible carbon credits, all in compliance with internationally recognized best practices."
The Associate Consultant Program (ACP) of BSI Japan is designed to help companies seeking ISO certifications connect with suitable experts, ensuring that they receive the guidance necessary for compliance. The program aims to provide optimal services by linking businesses with experienced consultants while maintaining impartiality as a third-party certifying body. BSI Japan does not designate consultants but offers connections to program members who have extensive experience in assisting with standard certifications.
Founded in 2006, South Pole has established itself as a leader in carbon project development and sustainability consulting, providing reliable advisory services to private companies and government agencies on decarbonization efforts. Through market mechanisms, South Pole has funded over 850 projects in more than 50 countries. The establishment of South Pole Japan in March 2023 has allowed the firm to extend strategic support to Japanese businesses and government agencies in achieving net-zero targets.
As the oldest national standards organization, BSI Japan is part of the globally recognized British Standards Institution, promoting high standards and effective certification processes.
Background of the Certification
The recognition was awarded within BSI Japan's Associate Consultant Program (ACP), which aims to connect businesses aspiring for ISO certifications with qualified independent consultants. The program enhances consultancy services related to ISO standards, ensuring that businesses can access expert advice tailored to their certification needs.
South Pole, an authority in providing consulting services related to several ISO standards, was accepted into this program under specific criteria. Among the relevant ISO standards that South Pole specializes in are:
- - ISO 14068-1 / PAS 2060: Specifications and guidelines for achieving carbon neutrality.
- - ISO 14064: A series of international standards related to the calculation, reporting, and verification of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
- - ISO 14067: An international standard addressing the carbon footprint (CFP) of products.
- - ISO 14040 / ISO 14044: Principles, frameworks, and guidelines for life cycle assessment (LCA).
- - ISO 14071: An international standard regarding critical reviews and reviewer competencies in LCA.
The Certification Ceremony
At the certification ceremony, prominent figures included Masaki Urushihara, President of BSI Japan, Sandra Volkanovska, Director of BSI System Certification, and Patrick Buergi, CEO of South Pole Japan. Patrick Buergi, co-founder of South Pole, expressed his thoughts: "Achieving recognition as a consulting company dedicated to ISO climate and environmental standards through BSI Japan is a testament to our strong commitment to delivering reliability and impact in the rapidly changing climate landscape. We are proud to provide comprehensive support aimed at carbon neutrality certification based on ISO 14068-1 and PAS 2060. Our services cover every aspect from calculating GHG emissions to setting targets, developing roadmaps, and securing credible carbon credits, all in compliance with internationally recognized best practices."
More about BSI Japan's ACP
The Associate Consultant Program (ACP) of BSI Japan is designed to help companies seeking ISO certifications connect with suitable experts, ensuring that they receive the guidance necessary for compliance. The program aims to provide optimal services by linking businesses with experienced consultants while maintaining impartiality as a third-party certifying body. BSI Japan does not designate consultants but offers connections to program members who have extensive experience in assisting with standard certifications.
An Overview of South Pole Japan
Founded in 2006, South Pole has established itself as a leader in carbon project development and sustainability consulting, providing reliable advisory services to private companies and government agencies on decarbonization efforts. Through market mechanisms, South Pole has funded over 850 projects in more than 50 countries. The establishment of South Pole Japan in March 2023 has allowed the firm to extend strategic support to Japanese businesses and government agencies in achieving net-zero targets.
As the oldest national standards organization, BSI Japan is part of the globally recognized British Standards Institution, promoting high standards and effective certification processes.
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