Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™)

Recent research by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) reveals that corporate supply chain Scope 3 emissions are, on average, 26 times greater than Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions combined, yet only 15% of companies have established a supply chain emissions target. With upstream emissions representing an estimated US$335 billion in carbon liability, accurate carbon accounting is no longer a reporting formality, it has become a critical business capability.

This certified program is designed to equip you with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills that corporate carbon accounting and emissions reporting now demand. You will master core topics such as GHG inventory design, Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions calculations, Scope 3 accounting and the strategic implementation of carbon data and MRV (Measurement, Reporting and Verification) systems, gaining not only theoretical insight but the hands-on tools to build, manage and defend comprehensive GHG inventories. You will also learn to apply emission factors, internal controls and assurance ready documentation that measurably strengthen reporting accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Throughout the program, you will explore Scope 3 data quality, estimation methods and supplier engagement, alongside carbon accounting systems, climate disclosure and emissions reduction strategies. Through practical case studies and reporting simulations, you will learn to strengthen carbon data governance, elevate emissions data quality and prepare with confidence for external assurance. You will also develop credible decarbonization strategies and align GHG reporting with CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive), ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards) E1 and IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) S2, alongside CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) and other rapidly evolving disclosure requirements.

Upon successfully completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will attain the Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation. This globally recognized credential validates your command of carbon accounting, GHG inventory management, emissions reporting and assurance readiness, elevating your professional credibility and positioning you to lead carbon reporting and decarbonization initiatives with authority.

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This program will entitle you:

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  • Experience 3 days of immersive course content that builds practical expertise in carbon accounting, GHG reporting, and Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions measurement to strengthen reporting accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Attain the industry-recognized Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation, demonstrating your capability to manage GHG inventories, strengthen emissions reporting, and lead credible decarbonization initiatives.
  • Build in-depth, practical knowledge of GHG inventory design, emissions calculation methodologies, and carbon data governance essential to improving data quality, strengthening assurance readiness, and meeting evolving climate disclosure requirements.
  • For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisers at [email protected] or call us at
    • Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
    • Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
    • UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
    • Canada: +1 833 879 8820
    • USA: +1 888 745 8875

Accreditations

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The Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation is a mark of excellence and professional distinction, signifying a fully qualified professional with advanced expertise in carbon accounting, GHG inventory management, and Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reporting. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all members. The CCAR™ charter is a trademarked designation awarded only to professionals who successfully complete and pass this program. The certification is governed and maintained by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, with a global membership of over 90,000 professionals worldwide, and is endorsed by prominent associations and organizations across the globe.

This program's content is fully certified and accredited by CPD as adhering to the highest standards of Continuing Professional Principles.

What Can You Expect From This Live Program

Carbon reporting has become a core corporate accountability requirement, yet the reliability of emissions data remains a critical weakness. According to the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development), companies representing 88% of global market capitalization disclose Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions, yet only 14% achieve reasonable assurance for Scope 1, 13% for Scope 2 and just 6% for Scope 3. As regulatory scrutiny intensifies, organizations urgently need professionals who can produce accurate, traceable and assurance ready GHG inventories that withstand external challenge.

This certified program equips sustainability and carbon professionals with the technical capabilities and practical frameworks to master corporate carbon accounting and emissions reporting. You will develop a comprehensive command of GHG Protocol principles, organizational boundaries and inventory design that underpin credible corporate reporting. The program then examines Scope 1 and Scope 2 calculation methodologies in depth, enabling you to identify every emission source, select defensible emission factors and quantify direct and purchased energy emissions with precision.

Throughout the program, you will build formidable practical expertise in Scope 3 accounting, data quality and supplier engagement. You will learn how to screen and calculate emissions across all 15 Scope 3 categories, close data gaps and apply appropriate estimation methodologies. The program also examines carbon accounting systems, internal controls and audit ready documentation, equipping you to strengthen data traceability, establish effective MRV workflows and prepare your GHG inventory to withstand external assurance.

Beyond emissions calculations, you will gain the capabilities to align carbon accounting with the climate disclosure and decarbonization requirements now reshaping corporate reporting. You will explore CSRD and ESRS E1, IFRS S2 and CBAM, alongside assurance requirements under ISO 14064. You will also learn to establish science-based targets, evaluate emissions reduction opportunities and translate carbon data into credible business decisions. Through a practical capstone simulation, you will build a complete Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 GHG inventory, identify assurance gaps and prepare reporting outputs from a single emissions dataset.

On successfully completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will earn the Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation, demonstrating your proven expertise in carbon accounting, GHG inventory management and emissions reporting. This globally recognized credential establishes you as a trusted carbon accounting and emissions reporting authority, opening new avenues for career advancement while strengthening your credibility and professional reputation.

Key Skills You Will Gain

  • GHG Inventory Design
  • Carbon Accounting Methodologies
  • Scope 1 Emissions Accounting
  • Scope 2 Emissions Accounting
  • Scope 3 Emissions Accounting
  • Organizational Boundary Setting
  • Operational Boundary Setting
  • Emission Factor Selection
  • Activity Data Management
  • Emissions Calculation Methods
  • GHG Data Quality Management
  • Scope 3 Materiality Assessment
  • Supplier Emissions Data Management
  • Scope 3 Estimation Methods
  • Carbon Data Governance
  • MRV Systems Management
  • Carbon Accounting Systems
  • GHG Internal Controls
  • Audit Ready Documentation
  • GHG Assurance Readiness
  • Climate Disclosure Reporting
  • IFRS S2 Reporting
  • CSRD and ESRS E1 Reporting
  • CBAM Emissions Reporting
  • Science Based Target Setting
  • Emissions Reduction Planning
  • Decarbonization Strategy Development
  • Marginal Abatement Cost Analysis
  • GHG Regulatory Compliance
  • Carbon Reporting and Communication

Your Faculty Director

Ruy Campos Dugone
Ruy Campos Dugone
International Carbon Accounting & GHG Reporting Expert

Ruy Campos Dugone is an internationally recognized sustainability, carbon management and energy transition leader with over 30 years of executive and advisory experience across more than 20 countries. As Executive Director of Green Cross UK and a Board Member of Green Cross International, he has led programs spanning carbon accounting, GHG reporting, Scope 3 emissions, MRV systems, decarbonization and sustainable infrastructure. He has also contributed as a speaker and moderator at COP26, COP27 and COP28 and was named among Forbes’ 30 Sustainable Thinkers of Latin America in 2022.

Throughout his career, Ruy has advised governments, corporations and multilateral organizations on carbon programs, renewable energy and ESG strategy. His experience includes developing more than 5,000 MW of renewable energy, supporting over 50 million carbon credits, and managing sustainable infrastructure initiatives approaching GBP 1 billion. He brings exceptional practical expertise in GHG inventories, climate disclosure, assurance readiness, emissions reduction and corporate decarbonization.

Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) Program Agenda

Module 1: Foundations Of Carbon Accounting And Greenhouse Gas Reporting
Module 2: GHG Protocol Corporate Standard And Emissions Inventory Design
Module 3: Emissions Sources, Activity Data And Emission Factors
Module 4: Scope 1 Emissions Accounting — Direct Operational Emissions
Module 5: Scope 2 Emissions Accounting — Purchased Energy And Dual Reporting
Module 6: Scope 3 Accounting Framework And Materiality Assessment
Module 7: Upstream Scope 3 Categories — Procurement, Capital Goods And Suppliers
Module 8: Logistics, Waste, Business Travel And Employee Commuting Emissions
Module 9: Downstream Scope 3 Categories — Products, Customers And End-of-Life
Module 10: Scope 3 Data Quality, Estimation Methods And Supplier Engagement
Module 11: Carbon Accounting Systems, Controls And Audit-Ready Documentation
Module 12: Climate Disclosure Requirements And Sustainability Reporting Alignment
Module 13: Assurance Readiness And Carbon Data Governance
Module 14: Emissions Reduction Strategy, Target Setting And Decarbonization Levers
Module 15: Practical Carbon Accounting Capstone And Reporting Simulation
EXAMINATION

Chartered Exam

At the end of the program, you will sit a Chartered exam of 50 multiple-choice questions. On passing, you will be accredited with the Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation.

  • 98% of professionals who sit this exam pass successfully. Almost everyone who takes our courses passes and earns the Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation.
  • The exam has 50 multiple-choice questions, and you need 25 correct answers to pass.
  • You can retake the exam online as many times as you like, at no additional charge.
  • Your program fee already includes the exam, so there are no additional charges to sit it.

If you find the exam challenging, our team and faculty leader are on hand to help you pass.

Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) Designation

On successfully attending this program, you will be awarded the Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) designation for use on your resume, CV, and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.

Globally recognized, the CCAR™ certification demonstrates your expertise in carbon accounting, GHG inventory management, and Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reporting. It reflects your ability to apply robust calculation methodologies, strengthen carbon data governance, and prepare accurate, assurance ready emissions disclosures. Developed by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, the program content has been independently accredited by CPD Certification Service as adhering to the highest standards of Continuing Professional Principles.

Pricing & Registration

Please select one of the locations:

Africa

Dates: 25 - 27 May 2027

Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)

Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm West Africa Time (WAT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central Africa Time (CAT)
10:00am - 5:30pm South Africa Standard Time (SAST)
11:00am - 6:30pm East Africa Time (EAT)


Early Bird Packages Regular Pricing
By 22 Mar 2027 By 03 May 2027 After 03 May 2027
South Africa Delegates ZAR 24,995 ZAR 27,995 ZAR 29,995
Delegates from Other African Countries USD 1,395 USD 1,595 USD 1,695

Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)

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EU

Dates: 9 - 11 Aug 2027

Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)

Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central European Time (CET)


Early Bird Packages Regular Pricing
By 04 Jun 2027 By 16 Jul 2027 After 16 Jul 2027
EU Delegates EUR 1,695 EUR 1,895 EUR 1,995
Switzerland Delegates CHF 1,595 CHF 1,795 CHF 1,895

Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)

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You can download our program brochure below. If you have any inquiries on this program, please contact our Program Advisor at [email protected] or call us at:

  • Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
  • Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
  • UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
  • Canada: +1 833 879 8820
  • USA: +1 888 745 8875

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Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™) Reviews and Testimonials

This program enhanced my understanding of carbon accounting and equipped me with practical techniques to advance emissions measurement, strengthen ESG disclosures, and contribute to impactful environmental initiatives.
The CCAR™ course offered valuable insights into emissions verification and reporting practices. Its comprehensive content provided useful guidance for improving assurance processes and maintaining reliable sustainability disclosures.
The training introduced effective approaches to emissions data management, helping me identify opportunities for greater accuracy, streamline reporting processes, and align environmental performance with organizational objectives.
I gained a structured methodology for measuring and documenting greenhouse gas emissions across all three scopes. The concepts were clearly explained and offered a solid foundation for producing consistent, transparent, and credible reports.
The course delivered a well-organized learning experience covering essential carbon management principles and reporting requirements. Its real-world applications have prepared me to address sustainability challenges with greater precision and professionalism.
An insightful and action-oriented program that introduced effective methods for quantifying carbon footprints and evaluating emission sources. The knowledge gained will help me implement meaningful improvements and advance our organization's climate commitments.

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Certified Carbon Accounting & Scope 1,2,3 Emissions Reporting Professional (CCAR™)

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