What is BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 - Net zero transition plans for small and medium enterprises about?

Whether an organization wants or needs to decarbonize, BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 is a nationally agreed standard that explains, in straightforward language, how to start moving to net zero. An introductory guide and checklist to using BSI Flex 3030 v2.0 has also been developed.

Who is BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 - Net zero transition plans for small and medium enterprises for?

This Flex is for all organizations, irrespective of size, type or sector, but is expected to be particularly useful to:

SMEs (typically organizations with 5 - 250 employees), including those who've not previously been required to consider climate change;
organizations that have SMEs in their value chain, to mobilize suppliers and customers;
national or regional governments;
local authorities;
trade associations;
NGOs;
banks and other lenders and potential investors; and
operators of other initiatives designed to combat climate change and encourage a sustainable transition to net zero.

What does BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 - Net zero transition plans for small and medium enterprises cover?

BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 gives recommendations for an organization intending to design and implement its transition to net zero through a clearly defined plan leading to GHG emissions reductions.

It covers how organizations:

quantify their GHG baseline (emissions and removals);
set targets for GHG emissions reductions;
create a credible pathway to net zero; and
identify those actions or measures necessary to achieve the Net Zero Transition Plan (NZTP).

The main focus of BSI Flex 3030 is on planning for mitigation actions leading to GHG reductions, but NZTPs prepared in conformity with this BSI Flex also consider GHG removals and adaptation to climate change.

This BSI Flex provides high level principles and a framework for an organization on delivering its transition to net zero.

Why should you use BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 - Net zero transition plans for small and medium enterprises?

A clear framework for action: BSI Flex 3030 provides free, high-quality advice and information on where to start and what to do to transition your organization to net zero;
Universally applicable: it’s aimed at SMEs, but is also applicable to anyone in the supply chain;
Setting targets and tracking progress: it outlines how to set achievable targets and provides reliable, indicative benchmarks, but also provides for flexible application;
Enhanced credibility and transparency: it helps users increase transparency, accountability and comparability between Net Zero Transition Plan (NZTPs) of different organizations and sectors;
Competitive advantage: it helps demonstrate convincingly to regulators, customers, prospective customers and investors where an organization is on its net zero journey. This can confer competitive advantage in supply chains where consumers and partners demand sustainable practices;
Cost efficiency and resource optimization: it helps promote waste reduction, works efficiently alongside established management systems standards like ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and ISO 50001; and helps reduce the burden of sustainability or ESG reporting;
Compatibility with other schemes: it helps organizations meet the requirements of other initiatives, including, but not limited to: the Race to Zero (UNFCCC), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), and the updated ESOS and PAS 51215;
Support from the hub: users can get more help with using BSI Flex 3030 from the updates, guidance and discussions found on the Net Zero Standards Hub website; and
Future proofing and opportunity creation: BSI Flex 3030 prepares organizations for future regulatory demands; helps mitigate some risks associated with climate change like resource shortages; and helps position organizations to take part in new markets for sustainable goods and services.

Discover why these small businesses have chosen to implement BSI Flex 3030 and the benefits they have experienced as a result:

How John Pass Jewellers found a new direction for transitioning to net zero
How Brett Nicholls Associates rethought their approach to net zero transition planning
How SwimTrek went from first steps to actioning a net zero transition plan
How BSI Flex 3030 is helping LilMa Green empower microbusinesses to begin their net zero journey

What has changed?

BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12 builds on the first version of the standard. Following an extended public consultation, this second version (v2), published in December 2024 (2024-12), features a revised title, clearer language, and additional information and clarifications.

To support organizations in their transition to net zero, an introductory guide to BSI Flex 3030 v2.0 has been developed, along with a step-by-step checklist to aid in transition planning. This guide explains, in simple terms, how to use Flex 3030, including:

who the standard is designed for
the benefits of using it
how to implement it
frequently asked questions
the accompanying checklist

The Net Zero Standards Hub

The Net Zero Standards Hub has also been developed further at: https://netzerostandardshub.bsigroup.com/

Leave your comments

We would welcome any comments you may have on the standard as these are important for any future development. This can be done via our Standards Development portal at this link: https://standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/9024-11271#/section

BSI Flex 3030 v2.0:2024-12

Net zero transition plans for small and medium enterprises. Code of practice

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31 Dec 2024