FAQ¶

Why do I need to email someone for API access?

We are actively exploring more efficient methods for granting access to the Carbon Footprint Indicator for Transportation API. The email-based process is a temporary measure to ensure access while we develop a superior solution.

GLEC is the current standard, but there will be a new standard in the EU based on ISO 14083 / ISAE3000. Therefore, it will be important to meet these standards as well. Reason is that in the EU, companies will need to pay tax on CO2 starting in 2025 or so (the timeline is different per country). The tools to calculate CO2 emissions will need to be certified for this to occur. Is that correct?

Nope! New ISO Standard: ISO 14083 “Quantification and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions of transport operations.” The intention is that the principles and methodology for freight transport will be based on, and consistent with, the GLEC Framework.

Once in place the new ISO Standard is expected to align with Smart Freight Centre's in conformance with the GLEC Framework’ accreditation of programs and tools. This means that companies currently using accredited programs and tools won’t need to make changes in 2022.