Regulatory framework & compliance
General principle
The validation and verification activities carried out by A2V Carbon operate within a structured regulatory framework, based on recognized requirements aimed at ensuring the quality, consistency, and credibility of the opinions rendered.
This regulatory framework defines the principles, responsibilities, and procedures by which validation and verification activities are conducted, reviewed, and decided.
Applicable reference standards
A2V Carbon’s validation and verification activities are based on the following standards:
Reference standard applicable to validation and verification bodies, defining requirements related to impartiality, competence, management of complaints and appeals, as well as the reliability of opinions rendered.
Standard specifying the requirements applicable to the validation and verification of greenhouse gas emissions information.
These standards constitute the foundation upon which the processes, responsibilities, and assessment procedures implemented by the organization are defined.
Applicable specific frameworks and requirements
Depending on the nature of the assignments, validation and verification activities may be carried out in accordance with specific requirements defined by applicable regulatory, voluntary, or programmatic frameworks.
When these requirements apply, they are taken into account in addition to the reference standards, in accordance with the organization’s scope of activity and accreditation framework.
Compliance management
A2V Carbon implements documented and structured processes to ensure the compliance of its activities with regulatory requirements and applicable frameworks.
These processes are specifically designed to ensure:
- Consistency of assessment methods
- Traceability of work performed
- Reliability of validation and verification opinions
- Control of decisions rendered
The functions of planning, execution, review, and decision-making are organized separately to prevent any conflict of interest situations and ensure the objectivity of conclusions.
Competence, impartiality, and confidentiality
The applicable regulatory framework imposes strict requirements regarding:
- Competence of personnel involved in validation and verification activities
- Independence and impartiality of decisions
- Protection of confidential information
- Traceability of responsibilities and decisions.
A2V Carbon relies on a management system that enables the identification, analysis, and control of risks that could affect the quality, impartiality, or compliance of its activities