With the worsening of the climate crisis, environmental regulations are becoming more stringent. A Resolução 193/2023 da Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM), for example, requires companies listed on B3 to publish sustainability reports in 2026, based on the processes of 2025. Furthermore, the regulation of the carbon market was recently sanctioned by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT), establishing the Brazilian System for Greenhouse Gas Emission Trading (SBCE). The system follows the cap-and-trade model, in which the government sets a cap on emissions and distributes corresponding permits. The expectation is that around 5,000 companies will join the regulated market in Brazil
In light of this scenario, Isabella Basso, founder of theWill, greentech that develops and simplifies the calculation of environmental impact for companies, reinforces the need to adapt to these standards. "The temperatures are rising", greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions continue to rise and many companies are still not taking action as they should. Sustainability must be treated as the highest priority, both for the good of business and the planet, say
To help organizations adapt to regulations and avoid the risk of financial penalties and loss of credibility in the market, the specialist listed three essential tips for companies to start their decarbonization journeys through the preparation of their Greenhouse Gas Inventories. Check it out:
- Customize emissions inventory
A GHG inventory is the assessment of a company's emissions. Nele, the main sources of emissions become evident, whether they are direct or indirect, related to the company's business. Consequently, the great opportunities and priorities for action to reduce emissions also become evident.
However, not all emission categories apply to certain companies, what generates the need for each one to adapt the document to their reality.It is important to understand what makes sense for your business, customizing the inventory based on real operations and avoiding irrelevant data, advises Isabela
According to the expert, the analysis of existing categories and the identification of those that are truly present in the organization's daily life is essential to produce an efficient form. "Stationary combustion", that refers to fixed equipment such as furnaces and boilers, for example, maybe it's not something so significant in your company. This type of initial 'cleaning', customizing the document according to the emissions profile, simplifies the process and helps focus your efforts where it really matters, complement
- Engage all areas to collect data
Data collection is a process that many companies face difficulties. In this way, it is essential to segment responsibilities and raise awareness among each team about the impact of their activities on the environment.
Logistics, RH, facilities, all areas need to become agents of change within the organization, driving the search for more sustainable solutions, co-founder of Zaya. Those responsible for sustainability initiatives need to explain to the members of these areas the meaning of the information they are collecting, showing that they are not just numbers, but rather representative of the company's emissions, complete.
The specialist also emphasizes that this awareness promotes a change in mindset, making the employees actively participate in this aspect. "When each team understands its role in the company's sustainability and decarbonization journey", begins to question processes, identify opportunities and feel part of the solution spontaneously, emphasizes
- Monthly monitoring for quick adjustments
The monthly monitoring of sustainability reports helps companies quickly detect negative trends. In this way, it is possible to continuously and regularly adjust processes, enabling the identification of emission peaks, the analysis of its causes and the implementation of agile corrective measures
Waiting an entire year to consolidate the data can prevent necessary changes in a timely manner, "so the idea of implementing a continuous approach is essential to avoid unpleasant surprises at the end of the year", highlights Isabela
Beyond 2025
Finally, the specialist warns that these tips are not about "simple trends", since sustainability is a practical and ongoing process. "In times of greenwashing", it is common to see companies promoting actions that, in practice, do not change their impact on the environment at all. True change must be reflected in the numbers. That's why, in Zaya, we help organizations focus on what matters and generate effective results for the planet and for the business, concludes
