Carbon Footprint Assessment & GHG Inventory Services UAE

Carbon Footprint Assessment & GHG Inventory Services in UAE

Measure your organisation’s Scope 1, Scope 2 and relevant Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions through a structured, evidence-based carbon footprint assessment by Montt Walex.
Our Abu Dhabi-based sustainability team supports organisations across the UAE with end-to-end GHG inventory development - from boundary setting and data collection through carbon calculations, quality checks, management reporting and independent verification readiness.

End-to-End Carbon Footprint Assessment
Scope 1, Scope 2 and Relevant Scope 3 Coverage
GHG Protocol and ISO 14064-1 Aligned Approach
UAE Climate and ESG Reporting Readiness
Verification-Ready Inventory and Evidence File

Carbon Accounting and GHG Inventory Support Across the UAE

A corporate carbon footprint assessment quantifies the greenhouse gas emissions associated with an organisation for a defined reporting period and expresses the result in tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, or tCO2e.

Montt Walex provides carbon accounting and GHG inventory services for UAE companies that need reliable emissions data for management decisions, ESG reporting, customer requests, tenders, supply-chain questionnaires, climate compliance or a future decarbonisation roadmap. We support organisations in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and the wider UAE.

When Does Your Organisation Need a Carbon Footprint Assessment?

A GHG inventory is needed when an organisation must understand, report or reduce its emissions using a consistent and auditable methodology.

A customer, parent company, investor, lender or tender asks for Scope 1, Scope 2 or Scope 3 emissions data.
The organisation is preparing an ESG or sustainability report and needs a defensible emissions baseline.
Management wants to identify the facilities, fuels, refrigerants, fleets or value-chain activities creating the largest footprint.
The company needs readiness for UAE climate reporting, measurement, reporting and verification requirements.
A multinational customer requests supplier emissions data as part of its own Scope 3 inventory.
The organisation wants to set carbon-reduction, energy-efficiency or net-zero targets based on measured data.
Previous calculations were based on incomplete spreadsheets, unsupported assumptions or inconsistent emission factors.
The GHG statement may require independent verification or external assurance.

What Is a Carbon Footprint and GHG Inventory?

A carbon footprint is the total greenhouse gas emissions associated with an organisation, activity, product or project. A corporate GHG inventory is the structured record of emission sources, activity data, calculation methods, emission factors, assumptions and results used to quantify the organisation’s footprint.
This service focuses on the organisational carbon footprint. Product carbon footprints, life-cycle assessments and project-level emission-reduction claims require different boundaries and methodologies and should be scoped separately.

Scope 1 - Direct Emissions

Scope 1 covers direct emissions from sources owned or controlled by the organisation. Common examples include fuel burned in boilers, generators and company vehicles, process emissions and refrigerant leakage from air-conditioning or cooling equipment.

Scope 2 - Purchased Energy Emissions

Scope 2 covers indirect emissions from purchased or acquired electricity, steam, heat and cooling consumed by the organisation. Electricity is often a major source for offices, buildings, warehouses, healthcare facilities, hotels, data centres and industrial operations in the UAE.

Scope 3 - Other Value-Chain Emissions

Scope 3 covers other indirect emissions across the organisation’s value chain. Relevant sources may include purchased goods and services, capital goods, fuel- and energy-related activities, transport, waste, business travel, employee commuting, leased assets, use of sold products and end-of-life treatment.

Methodologies Used for a Credible GHG Inventory

A credible inventory requires a defined methodology, consistent boundaries, traceable data and transparent assumptions. Montt Walex can structure the assessment using the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, applicable Scope 2 and Scope 3 guidance, and ISO 14064-1 requirements according to the organisation’s reporting objective.

Organisational and Operational Boundaries

The organisational boundary determines which companies, branches, joint ventures, sites and operations are included. The operational boundary then classifies emissions into Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3. Boundary decisions must be recorded clearly because they directly affect the reported footprint.

Reporting Period, Base Year and Intensity Metrics

The inventory normally covers a defined annual reporting period. A base year may be established for tracking future performance, while intensity indicators - such as tCO2e per employee, unit produced, square metre, revenue or project value - can help management understand performance as the organisation grows or changes.

Why Carbon Footprint Assessment Matters in the UAE

Carbon measurement is becoming a core business requirement in the UAE as climate regulation, government strategies, corporate procurement and international supply chains demand more reliable emissions information. Federal Decree-Law No. 11 of 2024 on the Reduction of Climate Change Effects entered into force on 30 May 2025 and created a national framework for managing greenhouse gas emissions. Covered emission sources are required to measure emissions, prepare inventories, report according to requirements issued by the Ministry or competent authority and take applicable reduction measures. The exact reporting route and scope should be confirmed for each organisation, sector and authority.

Supports readiness for UAE climate measurement, reporting and verification requirements.
Provides quantitative data for ESG and sustainability reporting.
Responds to customer and supply-chain requests for Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 information.
Strengthens tender, vendor-registration and prequalification submissions where carbon data is requested.
Identifies emission hotspots that can inform energy, refrigerant, fleet, waste and procurement decisions.
Creates a baseline for carbon-reduction plans and future net-zero strategies.

Benefits of a Corporate GHG Inventory

The final agenda is tailored to the selected standard and the organisation's level of experience. A typical programme includes:

Our End-to-End Carbon Footprint and GHG Inventory Solution

Montt Walex manages the assessment as one coordinated assignment. We define the reporting objective and boundary, map emission sources, issue data templates, review evidence, calculate emissions, perform quality checks and prepare the final inventory report and management summary. The result is not only a headline carbon number. The organisation receives a traceable calculation model, documented methodology, source-level results and practical visibility of the activities driving its emissions.

Scope of Our Carbon Footprint Assessment Services

Reporting Objective and Boundary Definition

We confirm why the inventory is being prepared, who will use it, which entities and sites are covered, the reporting period, the methodology and the required level of detail.

Emission-Source Mapping

We identify relevant direct, energy-indirect and value-chain emission sources across facilities, operations, fleets, cooling systems, procurement, logistics, waste, travel and other applicable activities.

Data Collection and Evidence Review

We prepare structured data requests and review available bills, meter records, fuel logs, refrigerant records, fleet information, waste data, travel records, purchasing data and supporting evidence.

Emission-Factor Selection

Appropriate emission factors are selected from recognised and current sources according to the activity, geography, fuel, electricity supply and reporting methodology. The source and version of each factor are recorded for transparency.

Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 Calculations

Activity data is converted into greenhouse gas emissions and reported in tCO2e. Calculations are structured by scope, source, site and other useful categories, with assumptions and exclusions documented.

Data Quality and Uncertainty Review

We check completeness, unit consistency, duplicates, unusual values, missing evidence and calculation logic. Where primary data is unavailable, the use of estimates or secondary data is clearly identified.

GHG Inventory Report and Management Dashboard

The results are presented in a clear report showing methodology, boundaries, sources, emissions by scope, key assumptions, intensity measures and emission hotspots. A management summary supports decision-making and communication.

Verification and Reduction-Planning Readiness

Where independent verification is required, we organise the inventory, calculation files and evidence for review by a separate competent verification body. We can also use the verified or final baseline as the starting point for a carbon-reduction roadmap under a separate scope.

What You Will Receive

GHG inventory scope and boundary statement
Emission-source and data-requirement register
Structured data-collection templates
Activity-data and evidence review log
Emission-factor register with source references
Scope 1, Scope 2 and applicable Scope 3 calculations
Carbon footprint results in tonnes of CO2 equivalent
Emissions analysis by scope, source, site or business unit
Base-year and intensity-metric recommendations where applicable
Documented assumptions, exclusions and data limitations
GHG inventory report and management summary
Calculation workbook and verification-ready evidence file
Priority emission hotspots and next-step recommendations

Carbon Footprint Assessment Process

Quality, QHSE, HSE, environmental, food safety, information security, energy and business continuity professionals
ISO coordinators and management-system representatives
Existing and potential internal auditors
Department heads, process owners and supervisors who will support audits
Compliance, risk, governance and operational personnel
HR and training managers developing an internal auditor pool
Consultants and professionals who need practical first-party audit skills

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10 Carbon Consultant and Independent GHG Verifier - What Is the Difference?

A carbon footprint consultant helps the organisation define boundaries, collect data, calculate emissions, document methodology and prepare the GHG inventory. An independent verifier evaluates the resulting GHG statement and evidence to provide assurance against agreed criteria.

Montt Walex provides carbon accounting consultancy and verification preparation. Where independent verification is required, the review should be performed by a separate competent verification body to protect impartiality. ISO 14064-3 provides requirements and guidance for verification and validation of GHG statements, while ISO 14065 applies to bodies performing environmental-information validation and verification.

How to Choose the Best Carbon Footprint Consultant in the UAE

The best carbon footprint consultant should be able to explain the inventory boundary, data sources, emission factors and limitations clearly - not only provide a final number or an attractive dashboard.

Working knowledge of the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064-1
Ability to distinguish Scope 1, Scope 2 and relevant Scope 3 sources correctly
A transparent approach to organisational boundaries, assumptions and exclusions
Strong data-quality checks and traceable emission-factor sources
Practical understanding of UAE buildings, cooling, fuel, fleets, industrial operations and supply chains
Clear separation between consultancy and independent verification
Deliverables that include the calculation model and evidence trail, not only a presentation
Ability to connect carbon data with ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ESG reporting and reduction planning

A company searching for a top carbon accounting company in the UAE should compare methodology, technical competence, evidence requirements and reporting usefulness rather than selecting a provider only on price or a promised turnaround time.

Why Choose Montt Walex?

Established in Abu Dhabi

Montt Walex was established in Abu Dhabi in 2018 and supports organisations across the UAE.

Multi-Disciplinary Sustainability Support

Energy and Sustainability, ISO and Management Systems, Audit and Assurance, Training, and Corporate Governance are available under one consultancy. This helps connect the GHG inventory with wider business controls and reporting needs.

End-to-End Assignment Management

We coordinate the complete exercise from boundary definition and data collection through calculation, reporting and verification readiness.

Management-System and Energy Experience

Our wider experience includes ISO 14001 environmental management, ISO 50001 energy management, internal audits and reviews of fuel, electricity, water, waste and environmental records. This supports a practical understanding of the data behind organisational emissions.

Clear, Defensible Outputs

We document the methodology, data sources, assumptions, exclusions and calculations so the inventory can be understood, repeated and reviewed.

UAE Business Context

Our approach considers UAE climate developments, customer expectations, tender requirements, high cooling demand, multi-site operations and the data limitations commonly faced by local organisations.

Industries We Support

Carbon footprint assessment can be applied to any organisation. The sources and data requirements change significantly by sector, which is why the inventory must be tailored rather than copied from a generic model.

Our Abu Dhabi team supports GHG inventory projects across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, with services also available in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and the other Emirates.

Discuss Your Carbon Footprint Requirement

Not certain whether you need Scope 1 and Scope 2 only, a full Scope 3 inventory, UAE climate reporting readiness or an independently verified GHG statement? A short discussion can clarify the correct boundary and level of work before a formal proposal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a carbon footprint assessment?

A carbon footprint assessment quantifies the greenhouse gas emissions associated with an organisation for a defined reporting period. It identifies emission sources, collects activity data, applies recognised emission factors and reports the result in tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent.

What is the difference between a carbon footprint and a GHG inventory?

The carbon footprint is the quantified emissions result. The GHG inventory is the structured system of boundaries, source data, calculations, assumptions, emission factors and records used to produce and support that result.

What are Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions?

Scope 1 covers direct emissions from owned or controlled sources. Scope 2 covers indirect emissions from purchased energy. Scope 3 covers other indirect emissions across the value chain, such as procurement, transport, waste, travel and the use of sold products.

Does the UAE require companies to report greenhouse gas emissions?

The UAE Climate Change Law establishes a national framework under which covered emission sources must measure emissions, prepare inventories and report according to requirements issued by the Ministry or competent authority. Applicability, format and submission requirements should be confirmed for the organisation’s sector and reporting programme.

Which standards are used for corporate carbon accounting?

Corporate inventories are commonly structured using the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and its Scope 2 and Scope 3 guidance, or ISO 14064-1. The appropriate method depends on the reporting objective, intended users and applicable programme requirements.

What information is needed for a GHG inventory?

Typical information includes electricity and cooling bills, fuel records, generator and vehicle data, refrigerant logs, waste records, travel data, procurement information, logistics data, organisational structure and evidence supporting the reporting boundary.

How long does a carbon footprint assessment take?

The timeline depends on the number of sites, selected scopes, data quality, availability of evidence and the complexity of Scope 3 categories. Montt Walex confirms a realistic schedule after the initial requirement and data-readiness review.

How much does a carbon footprint assessment cost in the UAE?

The cost depends on the organisational boundary, sites, reporting period, selected scopes, number of emission sources, Scope 3 complexity, data condition and verification requirements. A customised quotation is prepared after the scope is confirmed.

Can the GHG inventory be independently verified?

Yes. A GHG statement can be reviewed by an independent competent verification body against agreed criteria. The inventory should contain traceable calculations, evidence, assumptions and quality controls to support verification.

Does Montt Walex independently verify the inventory it prepares?

No. Montt Walex provides the assessment, calculations, report and verification preparation. Where independent assurance is required, the verification should be performed by a separate competent body to maintain impartiality.

How often should a company update its carbon footprint?

Most organisations update the corporate GHG inventory annually so results can be compared across reporting periods. More frequent monitoring may be used internally for major emission sources, targets or regulatory requirements.

Do you provide carbon footprint assessment in Abu Dhabi and Dubai?

Yes. Montt Walex is based in Abu Dhabi and provides carbon footprint assessment and GHG inventory services across Abu Dhabi, Dubai and the wider UAE.

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Start Your Carbon Footprint Assessment in the UAE

Build a credible GHG inventory that management, customers and external reviewers can understand - not a headline emissions figure without a clear data trail. Montt Walex will review your reporting objective, organisational structure, sites, data availability, required scopes and timeline before preparing a customised carbon footprint assessment proposal.