From climate commitments to verified outcomes.
Carbon footprint accounting, net zero strategy, decarbonization planning, and verified offsets. For organizations whose climate claims need to hold up under audit, regulator scrutiny, and investor due diligence.
Climate strategy is now a compliance issue.
Across the GCC, carbon disclosure is moving from voluntary to mandatory. UAE net zero 2050, Saudi Vision 2030, and Qatar's Net Zero by 2050 commitment have all translated into reporting obligations for listed companies, financial institutions, and large state-linked operators.
Most organizations can produce a carbon number. Far fewer can defend it. The difference lies in methodology, data lineage, boundary definition, and the operational integration that makes year-on-year reductions verifiable. That is the work we do.
Seven services. One audit trail.
Every engagement is structured so that outputs can be audited end-to-end, from boundary decisions and emission factors through to the disclosed footprint and any offset retired.
Carbon Footprint Assessment
Full Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG inventory aligned to the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard. Defined organizational and operational boundaries, audited activity data, and emission factors documented to the line item.
Includes desktop analysis, data quality control, GHG inventory calculations, reportingNet Zero Strategy & Roadmap
Science-based targets, milestone year selection, KPI definition, and a costed roadmap that ties each reduction to an operational owner.
SBTi Consultancy
Target setting, dossier preparation, and submission support for the Science Based Targets initiative, including near-term and long-term targets and FLAG where relevant.
CDP Disclosure
Climate Change disclosure preparation, scoring improvement strategy, and ongoing submission support for CDP cycles.
Decarbonization Plan
Implementation pathway covering energy, waste, supply chain, and direct operations. Investment grade where required.
Offsets & I-RECs
Verified carbon offsets and approved I-REC procurement to address residual emissions after reduction efforts have been exhausted.
Third Party Assurance
Pre-assurance preparation and coordination with accredited verifiers for limited or reasonable assurance engagements.
Four phases. Each one auditable.
The methodology below is the structure of every Carbon Management engagement. Phase 1 is fixed scope. Phases 2 to 4 scale to the size and ambition of the program.
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Phase 01
Baseline assessment and commitments
Define organizational and operational boundaries. Select baseline year. Collect activity data. Calculate the GHG inventory across Scopes 1, 2, and 3. Document methodology to a level that supports independent assurance.
- Boundary definition (consolidation approach, control vs equity)
- Activity data collection and quality control
- Emission factors selection and documentation
- GHG inventory calculation and validation
- Baseline report
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Phase 02
Strategy and roadmap with targets and KPIs
Translate the baseline into a credible reduction trajectory. Set near-term and net zero targets. Define KPIs that can be tracked monthly and disclosed annually. Identify scope and ownership for every reduction lever.
- Target setting (SBTi-aligned where applicable)
- Reduction lever identification and prioritization
- KPI framework and ownership map
- Costed roadmap to net zero
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Phase 03
Decarbonization action plan
Move from plan to operations. Execute against the roadmap through energy efficiency programs, supply chain engagement, waste reduction, and where required, offset procurement. Coordinate with our Energy, Waste, and Renewables teams.
- Energy efficiency program design and ESCO retrofits
- Supply chain engagement and Scope 3 reduction
- Waste reduction and circular economy initiatives
- Verified offsets and I-REC procurement
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Phase 04
Monitoring, tracking, reporting, and disclosure
Instrument the program through CARBONTEK and reporting infrastructure. Produce assurance-ready disclosures for CDP, GRI, TCFD, and ISSB. Run year-on-year reviews to refresh the roadmap as the business changes.
- Monthly footprint tracking via CARBONTEK
- Annual disclosure preparation (CDP, GRI, TCFD, ISSB)
- Third party assurance coordination
- Year-on-year roadmap refresh
CARBONTEK does the measurement.
Every engagement is instrumented through our proprietary carbon management platform. Scope-wise accounting integrated with building management and IoT data. Hotspot identification, verified trend analysis, monthly footprints with adjustment.
Explore CARBONTEK
Net zero plan for a national telecom operator.
Etisalat by e& · UAE · 2022 sustainability report
For one of the region's largest telecom groups, Farnek delivered the full Carbon Management workstream supporting the 2022 sustainability report. This included Scope 1, 2, and 3 footprint accounting, net zero target setting, decarbonization roadmap development, and disclosure preparation aligned to international frameworks.
Frameworks, not opinions.
Every output is mapped to an internationally recognized framework, so the work can be reviewed, audited, and compared across reporting cycles.
Our team includes Certified Energy Managers (CEM), Certified Measurement and Verification Professionals (CMVP), and GRI Certified Sustainability Professionals.
- GHG
Protocol - SBTi
- CDP
- ISO
14064 - GRI
- TCFD
- ISSB
S2 - I-REC
Questions decision-makers ask us.
Common questions from sustainability leads, CFOs, and chief operating officers evaluating a carbon program. If yours is not here, get in touch below.
What's the difference between carbon accounting and carbon management?
Carbon accounting is the measurement of an organisation's greenhouse gas emissions. Carbon management is the broader discipline of measuring, reducing, reporting, and offsetting those emissions in line with strategic and regulatory commitments. Accounting is one input. Management is the operating system.
What are Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions?
Scope 1 covers direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, such as fuel combustion on site. Scope 2 covers indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, and cooling. Scope 3 covers all other indirect emissions across the value chain, including business travel, supply chain, and use of sold products.
Do we need SBTi validation, and how long does it take?
SBTi validation is recommended for organisations whose net zero claims will be tested by investors, customers, or regulators. The end-to-end process typically takes six to twelve months, depending on data readiness and target ambition. We handle target setting, dossier preparation, and submission support.
How do verified offsets and I-RECs fit into a net zero plan?
Offsets and renewable energy certificates address residual emissions after reduction efforts. They are not a substitute for direct reductions, but they are a necessary tool for sectors and operations where decarbonization is not yet commercially viable. We source verified offsets and approved I-RECs aligned with the organisation's disclosure framework.
Can carbon claims be audited?
Yes. Independent third-party assurance is increasingly expected by regulators and investors. We prepare carbon disclosures to be assurance-ready and coordinate the assurance engagement with accredited verifiers.
What regulations apply to carbon disclosure in the UAE and GCC?
The UAE has committed to net zero by 2050 and is rolling out mandatory ESG disclosures for listed companies through SCA and ADGM. KSA, Qatar, and Oman are following similar trajectories. Listed entities, financial institutions, and large state-linked operators face the most immediate disclosure obligations.
Talk to our carbon team.
A 30-minute consultation, no commitment. We walk through your current carbon position, regulatory exposure, and the highest-impact next moves.