SUSTAINABILITY
ATIEL and UEIL Carbon footprint methodology receives certification
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he Technical Association of the European Lubricants Industry (ATIEL) and the Union of the European Lubricants Industry (UEIL) have announced that their Methodology for ‘Product Carbon Footprint Calculations for Lubricants, Greases and Other Specialities, has received a certification from TÜV Rheinland Energy GmbH. This marks a significant milestone in the global effort to standardise carbon footprint calculations for lubricants, fluids, and greases, reinforcing the methodology’s credibility and trustworthiness across the industry. First published in September 2023 and developed in collaboration with external advisors and Carbon Minds, the ATIEL and UEIL methodology provides a harmonised approach to calculating Product Carbon Footprints (PCFs) across the lubricants, greases and specialities sectors. Now, with TÜV Rheinland’s certification, companies can further validate their PCF calculations through third-party certification, driving consistency and transparency across value chains.
“This certification by TÜV Rheinland is a groundbreaking achievement for the European and global lubricants industry. It underlines the importance of our joint efforts in shaping a sustainable future for our sector. This recent development now allows stakeholders to obtain third-party certification of their PCFs in accordance with the ATIEL and UEIL methodology, strengthening trust and collaboration across the sector,” Mattia Adani, UEIL President, emphasized.
ATIEL President, Marco Digioia highlighted, “we are proud to see the joint methodology officially certified. This certification affirms our commitment to environmental responsibility and solidifies the role of all partners involved in advancing sustainability in the lubricants industry. We remain dedicated to setting higher standards for carbon footprint calculations, ensuring a greener future for all.” The certification is expected to pave the way for further harmonisation efforts across the global lubricants, fluids and grease industry, enhancing the credibility of PCF assessments and driving positive environmental impacts throughout the value chain.