The Ministry of Ecology and Environment, in collaboration with the National Development and Reform Commission and five other government departments, has released the Guidelines for Developing Standards for Product Carbon Footprint Accounting (hereafter referred to as the Guidelines).
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The Ministry of Ecology and Environment, in collaboration with the National Development and Reform Commission and five other government departments, has released the Guidelines for Developing Standards for Product Carbon Footprint Accounting (hereafter referred to as the Guidelines). The document outlines measures to advance the creation of carbon footprint accounting standards for key products. It encourages stakeholders to actively engage in the drafting and revision process to meet the goals of establishing 100 standards by 2027 and 200 standards by 2030. These efforts aim to align domestic standards with international frameworks for mutual recognition.
The development of product carbon footprint accounting standards forms one of the two foundational pillars of a carbon footprint management system. A representative from the Department of Climate Change under the Ministry of Ecology and Environment stated that the Guidelines address pressing challenges such as the limited coverage, insufficient impact, and lack of standardization in current carbon footprint accounting practices. The document provides a clear roadmap and technical requirements for standard development, emphasizing four key areas:Defining precise methodologies and technical criteria for creating standards, Coordinating efforts to ensure synergy between various standards, Promoting the seamless integration, implementation, and application of standards, Strengthening international collaboration to align domestic and global standards.
The Guidelines are fully integrated with existing product carbon footprint policies, offering greater detail on key tasks and focusing on actionable measures. They serve as a vital reference for the development of carbon footprint accounting standards in the years to come.One of the key highlights of the Guidelines is its emphasis on bridging domestic and international carbon footprint accounting efforts. It advocates for active participation in the development and revision of international standards and aims to promote the global adoption of Chinese standards. Through multi-channel initiatives, the Guidelines seek to enhance the international influence of China's product carbon footprint accounting standards, supporting their recognition and application worldwide.