Validation and verification activities
Validation and verification process
A2V Carbon conducts validation and verification activities of information related to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, as an independent third party, according to documented, structured, and controlled processes.
These activities are carried out within a framework compliant with the requirements applicable to validation and verification bodies, particularly those defined by international reference standards and practices expected in the context of accreditation.
The objective of the work conducted is to evaluate the compliance, consistency, and reliability of the information examined, and to formulate formal opinions based on appropriate evidence.
References and framework for conducting activities
The validation and verification activities implemented by A2V Carbon are based on the principles and requirements defined by:
Specifies the requirements applicable to validation and verification activities of information related to greenhouse gases
Specifies the requirements applicable to validation and verification activities of information related to greenhouse gases
As well as, where applicable, the specific requirements of programs or frameworks applicable to the projects and declarations evaluated (e.g., international carbon programs).
Ces références constituent le socle sur lequel sont définis les processus, les responsabilités et les modalités d’évaluation mises en œuvre par A2V Carbon
Regulatory & voluntary programs
Within this framework, A2V Carbon is able to carry out validation and verification activities particularly within the following programs:
Canadian regulatory frameworks (federal and provincial)
Emissions reporting programs
Carbon compliance mechanisms
Clean fuel frameworks
Voluntary frameworks and international carbon markets
Carbon credit programs
Frameworks for emissions reduction or avoidance projects
Validation activities
Validation activities
Validation consists of evaluating, before their implementation or use, information, methods, assumptions, or projects related to greenhouse gas emissions.
This activity aims to determine whether the elements examined:
- comply with applicable requirements
- are based on consistent and documented assumptions
- are sufficiently robust to allow implementation in accordance with the selected reference framework
Validation work focuses particularly on:
- critical review of the information provided
- analysis of assumptions, methodologies, and structural choices
- overall consistency between declared objectives, means implemented, and expected results
Verification activities
Verification consists of evaluating, after the period concerned, data and declarations related to greenhouse gas emissions already produced.
This activity aims to confirm that the declared information:
- is accurate and complete
- is consistent with the data and methods used
- is based on traceable and verifiable factual elements
Verification work is based on
- analysis of historical data
- examination of data collection and processing systems
- review of documents and evidence provided
- and, where applicable, conducting additional controls
Sectors and scopes covered
The functions of planning, execution, review, and decision-making are separate, in order to guarantee the consistency of work and the objectivity of opinions issued.
Organizational level
- GHG emissions declarations
- organizational inventories
Project level
- emissions reduction or avoidance projects
- carbon sequestration or capture projects
Emissions scopes
- direct emissions
- indirect emissions related to energy
- other relevant indirect emissions according to the applicable reference framework
Validation and verification process
Validation and verification activities are carried out according to a structured process, designed to guarantee the impartiality, consistency, and traceability of the work conducted.
his process includes the following steps:
Admissibility analysis and request scoping
Verification of the request’s alignment with A2V Carbon’s scope of intervention, identification of the applicable reference framework and requirements to be considered.
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Work planning
Definition of the evaluation scope, required competencies, resources mobilized, and implementation methods, in compliance with applicable requirements.
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Execution of evaluation work
Examination of information, data, and documents provided, analysis of their compliance and consistency, and collection of evidence necessary for the evaluation.
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Independent review
Critical review of work performed by a person separate from the evaluator, in order to guarantee the quality, consistency, and objectivity of the findings established.
04
Internal decision and opinion issuance
Decision-making based on the results of the evaluation and independent review, leading to the issuance of a validation or verification opinion
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Impartiality and quality guarantees
The entire process is implemented in accordance with the principles of independence, impartiality, and competence.
Roles and responsibilities are clearly defined and separated in order to prevent any situation that could compromise the objectivity of opinions issued.
Work performed is documented to ensure complete traceability of evaluations and decisions made.
Activity results
The validation and verification activities conducted by A2V Carbon result in formal opinions, based on appropriate evidence and issued at the end of the process described above. These opinions reflect the analysis carried out with regard to applicable requirements and elements examined, without prejudging subsequent decisions or actions of the parties concerned.