Tools and resources

You can find out more about Climate Active with the following resources:

The Climate Active Carbon Neutral Standard

Formerly known as the National Carbon Offset Standard, this document sets out the minimum requirements for calculating, reducing, offsetting, auditing and reporting on emissions based on international standards and tailored to Australia.

Eligible Offset Units

List of offset units that are eligible for reducing greenhouse gas emissions to establish carbon neutral. 

Register of consultants

For most certification types, you will be required to use a registered consultant. Climate Active has a register of consultants that can provide technical assistance with your certification.

Certification for buildings

Carbon neutral certification for buildings can be sought through the National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS)  and the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA)