Overview

Future-proof your organization with credible carbon data

You have a lot to manage: regulatory uncertainty, rising operational costs, and shifting stakeholder expectations.

Measuring and reducing your carbon footprint is a great way to manage your risks, cut costs and be more competitive. That’s where The Climate Registry comes in. We’re the most cost-effective, comprehensive solution for carbon disclosure in North America.

Since being launched by U.S. states and Canadian provinces almost 20 years ago, the Carbon Footprint Registry has been trusted by hundreds of organizations to help them deliver credible carbon data. And let’s face it, effective climate action starts with accurate data. Our reporting tools and technical support help you boost efficiency, reduce costs and ensure your disclosures are credible with supply chain partners, customers and regulators. Plus, your data is safe with us and stays proprietary to you.

When you join the Carbon Footprint Registry, you’ll also benefit from joining The Climate Registry community, where you can collaborate and exchange insights with leaders and peers across sectors and regions. Together, we will shape the future of climate disclosure.

 

Our Carbon Footprint Registry provides organizations of all sizes access to:

  • Best practice guidance for measuring Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, ensuring your data is accurate and credible.
  • Reporting software that allows you to measure, report and verify within the same platform.
  • On-call expert HUMAN assistance on all aspects of measuring and reporting your carbon emissions. Our carbon accounting experts help you build the right system for your organization and represent the most cost-effective way for you to build capacity.
  • Resources and training that provide on-demand support for every step of your reporting journey.
  • TCR Recognition that allows you to showcase your leadership to your community.

Membership to the Carbon Footprint Registry offers: 

TCR Membership provides access to our easy-to-use, cloud-based reporting system with a wide range of benefits to facilitate your organization’s credible carbon accounting efforts, including:

 

  • Enhance your organization’s reputation with verified and transparent emissions data
  • Meet regulatory requirements and stay ahead of evolving policies
  • Showcase your dedication to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility

 

  • Ensure accuracy with third-party verification for reliable GHG reporting
  • Confidently share precise emissions data with stakeholders
  • The General Verification Protocol (GVP) provides clear standards for accessible verification across organizations

 

  • Access live, expert support at every stage of your reporting journey
  • Receive immediate, friendly assistance tailored to your needs
  • Over 20 years of delivering actionable solutions to technical challenges

 

  • Make informed, data-driven decisions about how to mitigate your GHG emissions
  • Identify trends and patterns through data visualization to streamline and improve operational efficiency
  • Leverage data to help you stay ahead of regulations

 

  • Corporate sustainability reports and climate-related financial risk documents
  • Contractual instruments for energy generation attributes or unbundled attribute claims
  • Optional reporting such as carbon offsets and performance metrics

Contact us to learn more or to set up a platform demo at help@theclimateregistry.org.

Share Your Thoughts

If you have any questions or concerns about TCR’s carbon reporting program and services, please contact us at info@theclimateregistry.org and a staff member will respond to your inquiry in a timely manner. We are committed to addressing and resolving any issues promptly.

Public Resources

General Reporting Protocol v3.0 (May 2019)

Guidance on Accreditation v2.0 (February 2026)

General Verification Protocol 3.0 (March 2024)

October 2019 Updates and Clarifications to General Verification Protocol v. 2.1

Become a Member

Be a Leader on the Road to Net Zero

Become a member today to join the premier community of North American climate leaders. Access our comprehensive range of tools and services, including reporting guidance, trainings and resources, personal reporting support through our help desk, member events and webinars, the Climate Registered™ recognition program, and our proprietary reporting software.

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