ATIEL and UEIL Joint Sustainability Committee
From methodology to action: advancing PCF reporting in the lubricant industry The global lubricant industry is making significant strides in sustainability with the implementation of the sector-specific Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) methodology by UEIL and ATIEL. Designed to ensure consistency, transparency, and credibility in PCF reporting, this methodology provides companies with a standardised approach to calculations, supporting their efforts in meeting sustainability goals.
Industry progress: early adoption and validation Over the past year, we have seen encouraging signs of industry engagement with the methodology. Several lubricant companies meanwhile have undergone third-party reviews of their internal PCF calculations against the sector methodology or are in the process of doing so. This validation process not only enhances confidence in the robustness of the approach but also helps to refine its practical application. As more companies undertake similar verification processes, the industry moves closer to a unified and credible standard for carbon reporting.
In December 2024, UEIL and ATIEL launched a PCF calculation tool, designed to support companies with the practical implementation of the methodology. This Excel based tool, freely available for download, enables organisations to immediately begin calculating their PCFs without requiring costly software modifications or investments. By providing an accessible and user-friendly solution, this tool lowers the barriers to entry and encourages widespread adoption.
Growing recognition and endorsement Several UEIL member associations have endorsed the methodology, recommending its use to their members. With companies now using this methodology as the foundation for certifying their PCF calculations, we are witnessing an industry-wide shift towards harmonised PCF reporting.
Looking ahead: the next steps for the industry While these developments represent substantial progress, there are still challenges ahead. Currently companies are gradually familiarising themselves with the methodology, test its application, and validate their calculations. However, to fully realise the benefits of harmonised PCF reporting, broader adoption and deeper integration are needed.
Firstly, companies that have not yet aligned their internal PCF calculations with the sector methodology should act now. By proactively engaging with the methodology and undergoing third-party verification, businesses can ensure their reporting is robust, comparable, and aligned with industry best practices.
Secondly, while the Excel based tool provides an accessible starting point, companies should consider long-term digital integration. As sustainability reporting requirements become more stringent, digital solutions will be key to ensuring efficiency and accuracy in carbon footprint calculations.
Finally, maintaining industry momentum is essential. A sector specific methodology will only achieve its full potential if it becomes harmonised across the lubricant industry. To that end ATIEL & UEIL Joint Sustainability Committee continues to collaborate with companies, industry bodies, and regulators to work together to drive widespread adoption and ensure that PCF reporting continues to evolve in line with global sustainability objectives.
www.ueil.org/sustainability
LUBE MAGAZINE NO.186 APRIL 2025
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