Normec Verifavia: Leading the way in UK ETS verification

Normec Verifavia: Leading the way in UK ETS verification

Normec Verifavia continues to play an important role in verifying emissions under the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) for the 2023 monitoring period. Our team has successfully verified emissions for 85 major airlines that have UK ETS obligations, ensuring accurate and reliable reporting through the METS portal. This achievement highlights our commitment to environmental compliance and excellence in aviation standards. In the sections below, we also highlight new developments that airlines should be aware of in the future.

Key results:

• Verification of 85 major airlines: Our team of experts meticulously verified the emissions of a significant number of airlines and ensured their compliance with UK ETS regulations. This rigorous process involved detailed analysis and accuracy.
• 86.4% of total verified emissions (aircraft operator): According to the Environment Agency's recently published "Compliance Report - Emissions and Surrender" list, Normec Verifavia verified an impressive 86.4% of total verified emissions for aircraft operators. This remarkable statistic reflects our leadership and reliability in greenhouse gas verification.

Our Expertise: The success of Normec Verifavia is rooted in our unparalleled expertise in compliance and verification standards. Our team of highly trained auditors has extensive knowledge of aviation, allowing us to navigate the complexities of emissions verification with precision and efficiency. We pride ourselves on our deep regulatory knowledge and ability to apply this knowledge to ensure compliance at the highest level.

Commitment to Excellence: At Normec Verifavia, we are committed to maintaining strict adherence to the highest standards of accuracy and reliability in our verification processes. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every step of our work, from initial data collection to the final submission of the verification opinion. We constantly strive to improve our methodologies and stay at the forefront of industry developments to provide our clients with the best possible service.

Looking ahead: Going forward, Normec Verifavia remains committed to supporting the aviation industry's efforts to have reliable and verified emissions data. We provide assurance services for sustainable jet fuel programs, corporate carbon footprints, environmental KPIs and much more to help our customers achieve their environmental goals. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner on the road to a more sustainable future for aviation.

New developments: As regulatory frameworks continue to evolve, several significant updates to the UK ETS are expected in the near future. Based on discussions at recent regulatory meetings, the following changes are expected:

1. Expanding the scope of the UK ETS: The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) is likely to be expanded to include flights from Northern Ireland to Switzerland from Jan. 1, 2025, reportable in 2026.
2. Integration of UK ETS and CORSIA: There are plans to integrate the UK ETS with the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). A public consultation on this integration is expected soon and will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to contribute to shaping the future of aviation emissions regulation.
3. METS portal improvements: The METS portal is currently being improved to streamline the user experience.
4. Guidance on Emission Reduction Claims: A revised guidance document for submitting emission reduction claims will be published soon. This provides much-needed clarification for aircraft operators looking to claim SAF and achieve emission reductions to meet their sustainability goals.

Thank you to our valued customers for their continued trust and cooperation. Together we are making great strides in environmental management and setting new standards of excellence in emissions verification.