Preparing a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory Training

Dates: 10th & 11th September (Wed & Thur)
Times: 9.30AM-2.30PM each day (NZST) includes breaks
CPD: 9 hours (CEP framework)
Venue: Live online
Trainer: Steve Schoultz (Toitū Envirocare)

Course content

This two-day course covers the key principles of best practice for greenhouse gas inventories. It explores how to identify and measure emission sources and removals, along with effective data collection processes.

Participants will compare direct and indirect emissions under ISO14064-1:2018 and the GHG Protocol and evaluate calculation methods and emissions factors used in inventories. The course also examines critical components such as intended uses and users, boundary setting, consolidation approaches and inventory reporting.

Who should attend?

This training is ideal for carbon and sustainability professionals seeking practical skills in GHG inventory development.

Learning outcomes

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Interpret the principles of best practice greenhouse gas inventories
• Recognise key factors in identifying, measuring and collecting emissions data
• Compare direct and indirect emissions under ISO14064-1:2018 and the GHG Protocol
• Evaluate calculation methods and emissions factors
• Appraise key components of an inventory, including intended uses, users, boundaries, consolidation approaches and reporting

What past participants say

“The course was very comprehensive and gave a great introduction to preparing an audit that aligns with international standards.”
– Lianne Edwards-Maas, Sustainability and Community Engagement Coordinator, Hobbiton Movie Set Tours NZ

“Excellent for Sustainability Managers and Carbon professionals involved in Carbon Inventory. Anyone not attending would miss out on valuable training and content.”
– Tracy Triegaardt, Sustainability Manager, Watts & Hughes

“A clearly articulated course covering ISO 14064-1 with relevant examples of real-world GHG inventories and plenty of time for discussion.”
– Lisa Arnold,  Primary Industries Consultant – Horticulture, WSP

Published: 2 September 2025