GAB-Accredited Verification Body

GHG Verification and Validation in Qatar

GSustain is among Qatar's first GAB-accredited GHG verification bodies accredited by the Global Accreditation Bureau (GAB) under ISO 14065. We provide independent GHG verification and validation services for organizations across Qatar and the GCC — from corporate GHG inventories to carbon credit projects under the Global Carbon Council programme. Our verification engagements are conducted with full impartiality, technical rigour, and alignment with ISO 14064-3:2019.

Scope of Verification

What We Verify

Independent, accreditation-backed verification across the full spectrum of GHG reporting and carbon credit programmes.

GHG Inventories (ISO 14064-1)

Organizational carbon footprints across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions verified against international standards.

GHG Project Reductions (ISO 14064-2)

Emission reduction and removal project claims verified for credibility and additionality.

Carbon Credit Projects

Validation and verification under the Global Carbon Council (GCC) programme. CORSIA-eligible credits.

Product Carbon Footprints (ISO 14067)

Lifecycle emissions for products and services, verified for accuracy and compliance.

Voluntary Emissions Statements

Corporate sustainability claims independently verified for stakeholder confidence.

Net-Zero & Carbon Neutrality

Declarations of net-zero and carbon neutrality independently assessed for defensibility.

Our Credentials

Our Accreditation

GAB-Accredited Under ISO 14065:2020 (Accreditation No. 004 VVB)

GSustain holds formal accreditation from the Global Accreditation Bureau (GAB) — Qatar's sole accreditation body — under ISO/IEC 17029 and ISO 14065:2020. We are also an approved verifier under the Global Carbon Council programme.

  • Our verification opinions are internationally recognized
  • Our technical competence has been independently assessed
  • Our processes meet the highest standards for impartiality and quality
  • Organizations can rely on our verification statements for regulatory, investor, and stakeholder reporting
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Accreditation Status

GAB Accredited

ISO 14065:2020
ISO/IEC 17029:2019

Global Accreditation Bureau, Qatar
GCC Approved Verifier

How We Work

Our 11-Step Verification Methodology

A rigorous, documented methodology for every engagement — aligned with ISO 14064-3:2019 and maintained under our GAB-accredited quality management system.

01

Engagement Enquiry & Scope Definition

Understanding your verification needs, defining boundaries, and establishing the engagement scope.

02

Conflict of Interest & Impartiality Screening

Rigorous assessment to ensure no conflicts compromise our independent judgment.

03

Verification Team Assignment

Competence review and team selection matched to your sector and scope complexity.

04

Verification Plan Development

Detailed plan covering objectives, criteria, materiality thresholds, and assessment approach.

05

Document Review & Data Quality Assessment

Systematic examination of your GHG data, calculation methodologies, and supporting documentation.

06

Site Visit or Remote Assessment

On-site inspection of emission sources, data collection systems, and operational controls.

07

Evidence Evaluation & Materiality Determination

Quantitative and qualitative analysis of evidence against your GHG statement claims.

08

Draft Findings & Corrective Actions

Clarification requests, non-conformity identification, and opportunity for corrections.

09

Independent Technical Review

Separate from the verification team — an independent review ensuring quality and objectivity.

10

Verification Opinion & Statement Issuance

Formal verification opinion issued with full documentation and supporting evidence trail.

11

Post-Engagement Review & Continuous Improvement

Records management, lessons learned, and quality system feedback for continuous improvement.

Is This For You

Who Needs GHG Verification in Qatar?

GHG verification serves organizations across regulatory compliance, voluntary reporting, and carbon market participation.

Organizations reporting GHG emissions under Qatar's National Climate Change Action Plan or NDC commitments

Companies operating in Qatar Energy industrial cities (Ras Laffan, Mesaieed) with environmental reporting obligations

Project developers seeking carbon credits through the Global Carbon Council programme

Exporters facing EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) requirements

Companies pursuing Science-Based Targets (SBTi) that require third-party verification

Organizations making public net-zero, carbon neutrality, or ESG claims that require independent assurance

Financial institutions and investors requiring verified emissions data for climate-related disclosures

Industries

Sectors We Serve

Deep sector expertise across Qatar and the GCC's core industries.

Oil and Gas Petrochemicals & Chemicals Construction & Real Estate Desalination & Water Utilities Power Generation & Energy Industrial Manufacturing Logistics, Ports & Transport Financial Services & Investment

Our Advantage

Why Choose GSustain for GHG Verification

Qatar-Based

No cross-border coordination delays. Local team, local knowledge, local responsiveness.

GAB-Accredited

Internationally recognized accreditation under ISO 14065. Not a self-declared capability.

Sector Experience

Oil & gas, petrochemicals, construction, desalination, logistics — we understand your emissions sources.

End-to-End Support

Need a GHG inventory built before verification? Our advisory team can help. In accordance with our impartiality policy, GSustain will not verify work it has previously consulted on for the same client within two years. Advisory and verification services are delivered by independent teams with no cross-reporting.

Transparent Pricing

Fixed-fee engagements scoped to your organization's complexity. No hidden costs.

Speed

Typical verification engagements completed within 4-6 weeks from kickoff.

GCC Approved Verifier

Global Carbon Council (GCC) Verification & Validation

GSustain is an approved Validation and Verification Body (VVB) under the Global Carbon Council programme operated by the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD). We provide independent third-party assessment of carbon credit projects registered under GCC.

GCC Validation (Pre-Registration)

We assess whether proposed emission reduction projects meet GCC programme requirements before registration. Validation confirms:

  • Project design conformity with approved GCC methodologies
  • Additionality demonstration and baseline scenario
  • Monitoring plan adequacy and measurability
  • Stakeholder consultation evidence
  • Sustainable development co-benefits
  • Estimated emission reductions are conservative and realistic

GCC Verification (Post-Implementation)

We verify actual emission reductions achieved by registered GCC projects for carbon credit issuance. Verification confirms:

  • Monitoring data accuracy and completeness
  • Conformity with registered monitoring plan
  • Emission reduction calculations are correct
  • No material misstatements or omissions
  • Compliance with GCC programme rules and applicable methodology
  • Readiness for credit issuance by GORD

About the Global Carbon Council Programme

The Global Carbon Council (GCC) is a voluntary carbon offset programme established by GORD (Gulf Organisation for Research & Development) in Qatar. GCC credits are:

  • CORSIA-eligible — approved by ICAO for international aviation carbon offsetting
  • ICROA-endorsed — meets the International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance quality criteria
  • Aligned with Article 6 — designed to support corresponding adjustments under the Paris Agreement
  • MENA-originated — one of the few carbon credit mechanisms headquartered in the Middle East

GSustain's approval as a GCC VVB is granted by GORD following assessment of our technical competence, accreditation status, and quality management systems.

GCC Certificate No: GCCV015/00 • Valid: 08 February 2024 – 07 February 2028 • Scope: Project Verification & Emission Reduction Verification in all countries • MOU Track: Accredited by GAB (Ref. 004-VVB)

GAB Accreditation Certificate — Scope of Approval

Accreditation No. 004 VVB • Valid: 08 February 2024 – 07 February 2028 • Standard: ISO 14065:2020 (including ISO/IEC 17029:2019)

Verification & Validation
ISO 14064-1:2018 & ISO 14064-3:2019

  • ✓ Power Generation & Electric Power Transactions
  • ✓ General Manufacturing (physical/chemical transformation)
  • ✓ Oil & Gas Exploration, Extraction, Production, Refining & Pipeline Distribution incl. Petrochemicals
  • ✓ Waste Handling & Disposal
  • ✓ General (Building Services, Education, Hospitals, Others)

Issue Date: 03 August 2025

Project V&V
ISO 14064-2:2018 & ISO 14064-3:2019

  • ✓ Energy Industries (Renewable & Non-Renewable Sources)
  • ✓ Energy Distribution
  • ✓ Energy Demand
  • ✓ Waste Handling & Disposal

Issue Date: 08 February 2024

Global Carbon Council (GCC)
Certificate No: GCCV015/00 • All Countries

GCC Scope (All Approved):

  • ✓ Greenhouse Gas (GHG-ACC)
  • ✓ Environmental No-Harm (E+)
  • ✓ Social No-Harm (S+)
  • ✓ Sustainable Development Goals (SDG+)

Approved Sectoral Scopes:

  • ✓ 1. Energy Industries (Renewable/Non-Renewable)
  • ✓ 2. Energy Distribution
  • ✓ 3. Energy Demand
  • ✓ 13. Waste Handling & Disposal

Issue Date: 08 Feb 2024 • Valid to: 07 Feb 2028
Signed: Founding Chairman, GCC

Accreditation Body: Global Accreditation Bureau (GAB), Qatar Science & Technology Park, Doha • MRA Membership: Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) • Contact Person: Managing Director

Governance

Accreditation, Impartiality & Quality Policies

As a GAB-accredited verification body operating under ISO 14065:2020 and ISO/IEC 17029:2019, GSustain maintains rigorous governance policies that safeguard the integrity of every verification opinion we issue.

Impartiality Policy

GSustain is committed to impartiality in all verification and validation activities. In accordance with ISO 14065:2020 Clause 4.2:

  • We will not verify GHG statements for any organisation to which we have provided advisory or consultancy services within the preceding two years
  • Advisory and verification functions are delivered by independent teams with separate reporting lines
  • All engagements undergo documented impartiality risk assessment prior to acceptance
  • Our Impartiality Committee reviews potential conflicts of interest quarterly
  • Verification decisions are made free from commercial, financial, or other pressures

Quality Management

Our quality management system is maintained under ISO 9001:2015 and the specific requirements of ISO 14065:2020:

  • Competence assessment and ongoing CPD for all technical staff
  • Every verification opinion undergoes independent technical review before issuance
  • Engagement planning, execution, and evidence documentation procedures
  • Nonconformity management and corrective action tracking
  • Client feedback, complaints handling, and appeals process
  • Annual internal audits and management review

Technical Competence

Our verification team holds relevant qualifications and sector experience:

  • Lead verifiers with 10+ years of GHG quantification experience
  • Sector-specific technical experts (oil & gas, construction, waste, industrial processes)
  • ISO 14064 lead auditor certification
  • GORD-approved technical reviewers for GCC projects
  • Continuous professional development requirements (minimum 40 hours/year)

Confidentiality & Data Protection

All client data is handled under strict confidentiality protocols:

  • NDAs executed before any data exchange
  • Secure document management with access controls
  • Compliance with Qatar Law No. 13 of 2016 (Personal Data Privacy Protection)
  • Data retention limited to regulatory and accreditation requirements
  • No disclosure of client information without written consent
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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GHG verification?
GHG verification is an independent, systematic process to evaluate an organization's greenhouse gas emissions statement against established criteria (typically ISO 14064). A qualified verification body assesses the data, methodology, and controls to issue a verification opinion — providing stakeholders with confidence in the reported emissions.
Is GHG verification mandatory in Qatar?
GHG verification is not yet universally mandatory in Qatar but is increasingly expected for organizations reporting under NDC commitments, seeking carbon credits via the Global Carbon Council, or facing international requirements such as the EU CBAM or SBTi. Many organizations pursue verification voluntarily for credibility and stakeholder confidence.
What standards does GSustain verify against?
We verify against ISO 14064-1 (organizational inventories), ISO 14064-2 (project-level reductions), ISO 14067 (product carbon footprints), and the Global Carbon Council programme rules. Our verification methodology is aligned with ISO 14064-3:2019.
How long does GHG verification take?
A typical verification engagement takes 4-6 weeks from engagement agreement to statement issuance, depending on organizational complexity, data readiness, and scope. We offer expedited timelines where data maturity allows.
What is the difference between verification and validation?
Verification assesses historical GHG emissions data (what has already happened). Validation assesses forward-looking project plans and emission reduction claims (what is projected to happen). GSustain provides both services.
What is the Global Carbon Council?
The Global Carbon Council (GCC) is a voluntary carbon credit programme operated by the Gulf Organisation for Research and Development (GORD). GCC-issued credits are CORSIA-eligible and represent one of the few MENA-originated carbon credit mechanisms.
Can GSustain verify Scope 3 emissions?
Yes. We verify Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Scope 3 verification typically requires more extensive evidence gathering and supply chain data assessment, which we scope during the planning phase.
How do I get my carbon project verified under the Global Carbon Council?
To get your carbon project verified under GCC: (1) Register your project with GORD following GCC programme rules, (2) Engage a GCC-approved Validation/Verification Body like GSustain, (3) We conduct validation of your project design document against the applicable GCC methodology, (4) After implementation, we verify actual emission reductions based on monitored data, (5) Upon successful verification, GORD issues carbon credits. GSustain can guide you through the entire process.
What is the difference between GCC credits and VCS/Gold Standard credits?
GCC (Global Carbon Council) credits are issued by GORD in Qatar and are CORSIA-eligible. VCS (Verra) and Gold Standard are larger international programmes. Key differences: GCC is MENA-focused with expertise in regional project types, has lower registration costs for smaller projects, and is specifically designed for the Gulf context. All three produce internationally recognised carbon credits, but GCC offers a pathway particularly suited to projects in the Middle East and North Africa.
What types of carbon projects can be registered under GCC?
GCC accepts projects across multiple categories including: renewable energy (solar, wind), energy efficiency improvements, waste management and methane avoidance, fugitive emissions reduction, industrial process improvements, transport, and afforestation/reforestation. Projects must demonstrate additionality and use an approved GCC methodology or an approved methodology from another programme (CDM, VCS) accepted by GCC.
What does GAB accreditation mean for GHG verification?
GAB (Gulf Accreditation Body) is a member of the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) Mutual Recognition Arrangement. GAB accreditation under ISO 14065 means GSustain has been independently assessed and found competent to perform GHG verification and validation. This accreditation is internationally recognised through the APAC MRA, giving our verification statements global credibility.
Is GSustain's verification accepted for EU CBAM compliance?
Yes. The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) requires embedded emissions reporting for imported goods. Verification by a GAB-accredited body operating under ISO 14065 meets the EU's requirements for accredited verifiers. GSustain can verify embedded emissions data for Gulf-based exporters of aluminium, steel, cement, fertilisers, electricity, and hydrogen destined for EU markets.
What is ISO 14064-3 and how does it apply to verification?
ISO 14064-3:2019 specifies requirements and guidance for the verification and validation of GHG statements. It defines the principles (independence, ethical conduct, due professional care), the process (planning, assessment, reporting), and the requirements for verification opinions. GSustain's 11-step methodology is built upon ISO 14064-3 requirements, ensuring every engagement meets international standards.
Can GSustain verify projects outside Qatar?
Yes. While headquartered in Qatar, our GAB accreditation is not geographically limited. We can verify GHG projects and inventories across the GCC region and internationally, provided the engagement falls within our accredited scope. We have experience with projects in the broader MENA region and can deploy verification teams for site visits across the Gulf.
What documentation do I need for GHG verification?
Typical documentation includes: GHG inventory report or Project Design Document (for carbon credits), activity data and emission factors used, methodology description, organizational and operational boundaries definition, uncertainty assessment, quality control procedures, and any previous verification reports. We provide a detailed document request list during the planning phase.
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