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22/10/2026

DFFE reporting, Carbon Tax and independent GHG verification are connected — but they're not the same thing.

They have different functions and are administered under different frameworks, even though they can rely on the same underlying emissions information.

We've put together a practical explanation of how they interact.

Read ‘GHG Verification, DFFE Reporting and Carbon Tax in South Africa’ in the Resources section of CoZero’s website. You can find our website in this Page’s About section.

07/10/2026

Does independent GHG verification automatically result in an “ISO 14064 certificate”?

Not necessarily.

Preparing an inventory, verifying a GHG statement and conventional certification are different activities.

Our latest article explains the distinction — including where ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14064-3 fit.

Read the explanation
https://www.cozero.co.za/resources/iso-14064-1-vs-iso-14064-3/

01/10/2026

Confused by ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14064-3?

Here's the simple distinction:

ISO 14064-1: organisational GHG quantification and reporting.

ISO 14064-3: validation and verification of GHG statements.

We've put together a plain-language explanation of how the standards fit together.

Read the ISO 14064 guide
https://www.cozero.co.za/resources/iso-14064-1-vs-iso-14064-3/

29/09/2026

A carbon footprint and an independently verified carbon footprint aren't the same thing.

Preparing the emissions information is one function.

Independently assessing that information and the supporting evidence is another.

That separation is fundamental to credible GHG assurance.

Learn more about independent GHG verification
https://www.cozero.co.za/resources/do-i-need-ghg-verification-south-africa/

07/09/2026

Introducing the new CoZero

We are proud to share CoZero’s new brand.

Our refreshed identity represents our purpose as an independent greenhouse gas validation and verification body: helping organisations build trust in the climate information they report.

The CoZero name brings together collaboration and the journey towards a zero-carbon future. The leaf in our logo represents measurable environmental progress, while our navy and green colours reflect credibility, trust and sustainability.

At the centre of the new brand is a simple promise:

Confidence in climate information.

CoZero provides independent, SANAS-accredited GHG validation and verification. We assess greenhouse gas inventories, carbon footprints, climate projects and related information within our accredited scope.

Our appearance has changed. Our commitment to independence, integrity and credible assurance remains as strong as ever.

CoZero

For a cleaner, brighter future.

Visit https://www.cozero.co.za/ or contact [email protected] to discuss your validation or verification requirements.

CoZero | Carbon Footprint and Sustainability Consulting