T H E C A R B O N T R U S T

Impact report

Our mission

Our mission, global network and governance

Our work and impact

Case studies and examples of our impact across different sectors

Our voice in the news

Examples of our coverage around the globe.

Our journey to Net Zero

Making an impact, starting with us

Our people and values

Our climate pioneers, team, and work environment

+

organisations supported with climate action

Who we are

We're your trusted, expert guide to turn ambition into impact. We've been climate pioneers for more than 20 years, partnering with leading businesses, governments and financial institutions to accelerate their route to Net Zero.

+

experts, including consultants, policy specialists and engineers

“As we already witness the damage of the climate crisis, delivering our mission has never been more urgent. It's time to come together to build a decarbonised future that adds value for all. It's time to turn intent into impact.

At the Carbon Trust, we act as a bridge between businesses, governments and financial institutions, empowering collaboration to drive systemic change.

Whether we're measuring the carbon footprint of the food on our tables or accelerating the route to market for offshore wind, we deliver impact by supporting our partners and clients to succeed. Now we need to challenge ourselves and double down on this mission. Together, we can close in on our common goal: Net Zero.”

- Tom Delay, CEO The Carbon Trust

Our mission:

To accelerate the move to a decarbonised future.

Our global network

We have offices in the UK, China, Singapore, the Netherlands, Mexico and South Africa.

Pushing the frontiers of decarbonisation globally

We've been climate pioneers for 20 years, setting some of the standards that drive today’s climate action.

Being a climate pioneer means:

  • We provide first of a kind support to our partners and clients, offering them the specialist expertise they need on their decarbonisation journey.
  • We catalyse systemic change, working across governments, businesses and financial institutions to unlock collective innovation.

Our governance

As an organisation driven by impact, we have members and not shareholders. Having no shareholders means that we do not pay any distributions in the form of dividends. Instead, all our profits are invested back into our mission.

Discover more about our board, advisory panel and experts.

Our work and impact

Our impact model

As a consultancy driven by impact, we've established an impact model to explain how we define, measure and drive impact throughout our work.

Our impact stories

Leading organisations around the world trust us to deliver real positive impact. Whether it's attracting green investments into South Africa or demystifying the carbon impact of streaming, here are some of our 2021/2022 impact stories.

Rolling out smart grids in Colombia

How can countries decarbonise their energy systems cost-effectively? We showed how smart grids can support Colombia.

Up to $726m per year could be saved by 2040 if Colombia adopts a smart grid system.

Read more

Unlocking the next generation of offshore wind

As offshore wind reaches new heights, the industry needs to streamline its infrastructure to be cost effective.

kV

is the next cost-optimal array voltage.

Read more

Helping consumers make carbon-informed purchases

What’s the carbon cost of the products we consume? We partnered with Wyke Farms to calculate the footprint of its cheeses—from farm to fork—and verify the producer’s carbon reduction plan with our Product Carbon Neutral Label.

Read the full story

Designing a green finance taxonomy for South Africa

How can taxonomies drive green investments that consider domestic needs? In partnership with the South African National Treasury and IFC, we helped develop a taxonomy for South Africa.

Read the full story

Assessing the carbon impact of video streaming

What’s the true carbon cost of watching another episode on Netflix? Together with DIMPACT, we analysed the impact of Europe’s streaming habits.

Read the full story

Paving the Route to Net Zero for corporates

How can companies deliver on Net Zero goals? Our new Route to Net Zero Standard helps companies take action. 10 initial pathfinders, including Virgin Media O2, PwC and Siemens, have already joined the certification.

Discover more

Our voice in the news

China

This year, we launched our product carbon footprint label in China. As the most recognised label in the market, the label empowers consumers to understand the environmental impact of their purchases.

Read the full story (China Daily)

Germany

As COVID-19 disrupted our ways of working, the Vodafone Institute commissioned us to explore the long term impact of working from home across Europe. We quantified the carbon saving opportunities and assessed the potential impact of hybrid working.

Read the full story (Der Spiegel)

South Africa

Mining will be critical to reach Net Zero, as the rollout of clean technologies relies on key minerals like copper and nickel. We guide stakeholders to decarbonise the industry in a way that offers shared value for all.

Read the full story (Daily Maverick)

Brazil

The terminology involved in climate change can be confusing. Our definitions are often cited in media reports to help readers understand the true meaning behind common terms like 'Net Zero' and 'carbon neutrality'.

Read the full story (Exame)

UK

With greenwashing a rising concern, the media plays a critical role in educating consumers. This BBC programme mentioned our labels as a solution to help consumers spot products with certified environmental credentials.

Read the full story (CBBC Newsround)

Press office

For more information, contact our press office below:

Contact us

Our journey to Net Zero

Making an impact, starting with us

As we help clients and partners progress on their decarbonisation journey, we’re committed to setting an example. Our roadmap to reach Net Zero aligns with the latest climate science.

Our people and values

Our values

Behind the Carbon Trust are our people. Committed to delivering a positive impact, they bring our values to life.

Integrity

We're known and respected for our impartiality and trusted expertise, working to translate intent into impact.

Ambition

We tackle difficult challenges with innovative solutions to drive meaningful impact today, and for future generations.

Collaboration

We proactively bring stakeholders together and collaborate to catalyse meaningful progress. We’re committed to building diverse, inclusive teams, knowing that we are stronger when we act together.

Excellence

We strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do, delivering accuracy and precision that others aspire to.

x

headcount since 2020

%

of colleagues are proud to work for the Carbon Trust*

%

of colleagues recommend the Carbon Trust as a place to work*

* Internal annual staff survey, 2022

"It energises me to be part of a team contributing to something greater."

Charlie McNelly Associate - Programmes and Innovation, London

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I)

To create impact for all, we're committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. We focus on creating a workspace where our people can thrive by:

Strengthening our gender balance

  • 50% of people managers are women

Upskilling our people

  • 132 colleagues enrolled in our new people leader skills training in 2022

Supporting wellbeing

  • Two-day+ office weeks
  • Working from abroad and sabbatical options
  • First squad of colleagues trained through our Mental Health First Aid Programme

Investing in an ambitious DE&I programme

  • Granular reporting systems, including on ethnicity
  • Hiring manager training

"One thing that really stands out to me about the Carbon Trust is that parents get a lot of support."

Tina He Senior Associate, Beijing

Mission Day 2022

In June 2022, colleagues across our global offices came together to reconnect after the pandemic and, through interactive workshops, bring our values to life.

© 2022 The Carbon Trust Home Contact us Privacy notice