GNT Methodology for Carbon Footprint Verification Approved
The international certification body TÜV SÜD has verified GNT’s method for calculating product carbon footprints.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Organic Food
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TÜV SÜD has officially verified the methodology GNT uses to calculate the carbon footprint of its products. This certification ensures that the company’s emissions data aligns with international standards.
Why it matters
The verification allows food and beverage manufacturers to access transparent, measurable carbon data for their own sustainability reporting. It provides a standardized way to track emissions across the entire product lifecycle.
The verified methodology follows a cradle-to-gate approach to account for greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, production energy, and transportation. It aligns specifically with ISO 14067 requirements.
The players
TÜV SÜD
This international testing and certification organization provides verification services to ensure products and processes meet global safety and environmental standards.
GNT
This company manufactures EXBERRY coloring foods derived from fruit, vegetable, and plant sources for the global food and beverage industry.
The details
The verification covers emissions generated throughout the production process for GNT’s EXBERRY coloring foods, which are made from non-GMO fruits, vegetables, and plants. This new certification complements the company’s existing corporate carbon footprint verification under the GHG Protocol.
Timeline
October 5, 2026: The methodology verification was officially confirmed.
Culture Shift
This verification follows the standards set by ISO 14067 to ensure the consistent quantification of carbon footprints. It reflects a broader industry move toward transparent environmental reporting and the standardization of sustainable practices.
For consumers, this move simplifies the ability of food brands to substantiate sustainability claims on product labels. It ensures that the environmental data informing purchasing decisions is based on verified, rigorous methodology.
The takeaway
Standardized environmental verification is becoming a critical tool for companies to prove their commitment to sustainability. Businesses can use this data to refine their supply chains while providing consumers with greater clarity regarding the environmental cost of their food.
Further reading
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