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Footprint

The IFS Carbon Footprint module serves as a voluntary supplement to the IFS ESG Compliance Check, focusing on your company’s carbon footprint management system. The annual assessment determines whether your company has established and maintained effective processes to analyse and identify carbon emission-related risks within your supply chain. By utilising this module you can establish a carbon footprint management system, quantify your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and take action to reduce them.

The unique combination of a pre-assessment and an on-site or remote check by an auditor or assessor ensures the data is robust and trustworthy. All auditors or assessors performing IFS ESG Compliance Checks, including the Carbon Footprint module, have completed comprehensive training.

Benefits

  • Get an overview of your carbon footprint management system
  • Provide robust, trustworthy information verified by an auditor or assessor
  • Credibly show stakeholders your planned GHG reduction efforts
  • See the progress in reducing your company's GHG emissions 

Whether you’re just starting your sustainability journey or looking to enhance your existing approach, this module offers essential guidance on initiating carbon reduction impact and promoting transparency and sustainability.


Start today and drive your company towards a more sustainable future!

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How it works

  • The IFS Carbon Footprint module can only be performed as an additional module to the IFS ESG Compliance Check.
  • The module comprises 6 requirements and a pre-assessment.
  • After completing the pre-assessment in the auditXpress Neo software, an auditor or assessor validates your company’s information and evidence.
  • The assessment results provide an overview of the status and highlight areas for improvement.
  • You can credibly show your engagement by sharing the documents and validated data with your stakeholders through the IFS Database.

Path for the Carbon Footprint module

  1. Contact an IFS approved certification body or assessment service provider to express your interest in the IFS ESG Compliance Check and the IFS Carbon Footprint module.
  2. Complete the pre-assessment using the conveniently provided, free IFS auditXpress Neo Software.
  3. Have the auditor or assessor perform the verification check to validate the provided information and evidence.
  4. Receive the improvement action plan, complete it, and return it to the certification body or assessment service provider.
  5. Receive the report and letter of confirmation from your certification body or assessment service provider.
  6. Find your report, letter of confirmation, and improvement action plan in the IFS Database and share them with selected business partners.
  7. Repeat this process and renew the assessment annually.

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Guideline

A comprehensive guideline helps you prepare for the IFS ESG Compliance Check. It comprises explanations about the structure, context, and interpretation of the requirements, along with practical examples of possible evidence. It also contributes to a better understanding of the IFS expectations for the Carbon Footprint module requirements.

IFS Software

The IFS auditXpress Neo Software is a free tool that helps you prepare for the IFS ESG Compliance Check and IFS Carbon Footprint module. It allows you to enter data for the pre-assessments and risk mitigation plan for critical raw materials and ensures an efficient validation process.

IFS Database

As an assessed business, your company is visible to business partners and potential new customers in the IFS Database. You can share your data and stored documents relating to the check and the module. Also, you can follow your suppliers and search for new ones.

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