How Malaysian Steel Leader, CSC Steel, Achieved ISO 14064-1 Verification on the Path to Carbon Neutrality

Driven by a comprehensive focus on sustainability and in unwavering pursuit of a carbon-neutral future, Malaysian steel leader CSC Steel Sdn. Bhd. achieved ISO 14064-1 verification.

As a responsible leader in the steel industry, CSC Steel Sdn. Bhd. (CSC Steel) recognises the urgency of combating climate change. Committed to reducing their environmental impact and transitioning to a sustainable future, CSC Steel has implemented a comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) management program, which includes the implementation of ISO 14064-1.

Empowering CSC Steel towards Carbon Neutrality with ISO 14064-1 Verification

Recognising the need to improve the accuracy of their Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions assessment, CSC Steel sought collaboration with BBC. This partnership aimed to enhance awareness within CSC Steel of GHG emissions management practices and strengthen their methodologies for data collection, monitoring, and calculation, with a particular focus on Scope 3 emissions. Driven by increasingly stringent environmental regulations and stakeholder demands for sustainability, achieving ISO 14064-1 verification became a critical priority for CSC Steel.

To help CSC Steel overcome these challenges, we provided the following:

  • Employee training on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management
  • Consultation and guidance on implementing GHG emissions management knowledge in line with ISO 14064-1 verification
  • Support in building their confidence to achieve ISO 14064-1 compliance through hands-on collaboration with the team throughout the verification process

The Solutions and Implementation

Recognising the importance of internal expertise for long-term sustainability efforts, BBC delivered comprehensive training on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management. This training empowered CSC Steel’s team by bridging any knowledge gaps and equipping employees from different departments with the necessary understanding of GHG accounting principles and data collection methodologies. This, in turn, allowed them to actively participate in the implementation process.

Following the training, BBC’s role transitioned to ensuring that CSC Steel’s GHG management program adhered to the stringent requirements of the ISO 14064-1 standard. We achieved this through a combination of knowledge transfer gained from hands-on experience throughout the implementation process.

Finally, to instill confidence and ensure preparedness for the external verification audit, we adopted a hands-on approach. We worked closely with the CSC Steel team, providing practical support and addressing any arising challenges. This collaborative approach proved instrumental in their successful achievement of ISO 14064-1 verification.

Figure 1: Bernard Business Consulting conducted Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) Management workshop for CSC Steel to enhance awareness of GHGs across departments.
Figure 2: GHG verification audit closing meeting

The Benefit of ISO 14064-1 to CSC Steel

By combining CSC Steel’s internal knowledge with BBC’s external expertise, the company successfully achieved ISO 14064-1 verification. This achievement demonstrates their unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship.

Implementing ISO 14064-1 has empowered CSC Steel to develop a robust GHG reduction strategy. They are now actively pursuing aggressive reduction initiatives, including investments in energy-efficient technologies, exploration of renewable energy sources, and continuous process optimisation. By diligently measuring, transparently reporting, and aggressively reducing their GHG footprint, CSC Steel solidifies its position as a leader in the steel industry committed to sustainability.

Figure 3: Group photo during the CSC Steel ISO 14064-1 certificate handover ceremony. Mr. Azrul Wan Azizan, Director - Operation, Technical and Compliance of BSI, presented the Verification of Statements (VOS) to Mr. Chiu Ping Tung, Managing Director of CSC Steel Sdn. Bhd.