Academy

Biomethane is gaining attention as a practical decarbonisation tool for companies that rely on gas-based heat, combustion processes or other applications where electrification is not yet straightforward. But the key issue is not only procurement.

In this Academy section, we explain why certified biomethane may reduce EU ETS exposure while not automatically translating into the same type of benefit under GHG Protocol or SBTi. The real challenge lies in understanding how compliance, documentation, reporting and external communication interact and where claim risk begins.

This content is designed for companies that want to assess biomethane not only as an energy option, but as a strategic decision requiring clarity, defensibility and the right documentation structure.

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is not just a regulatory requirement.
For many companies, it is becoming a direct cost variable that can affect operating margins and supply chain competitiveness.

In this section of the Nvalue Academy, we explain how CBAM works in practice, what it means for importers of regulated goods such as steel, aluminium, cement and fertilisers, and why it is rapidly becoming a strategic issue for finance, procurement and executive management.

With the 2026 implementation phase approaching, companies need to understand how carbon pricing, supply chain emissions data and EU ETS dynamics will influence their future cost structure.

Language: Italian

ETS2 will fundamentally reshape how energy, transport and downstream sectors account for carbon costs. Yet many companies are still underestimating its financial and strategic implications.

In this Academy section, we break down what ETS2 really means in practice: scope, timelines, price signals, and how regulatory design translates into budget exposure and competitiveness risks.
The focus is not on theory, but on decision-relevant insights for companies that need to anticipate costs, not just report them.
This is where regulation meets market reality and where informed preparation makes the difference.

The revision of the GHG Protocol is more than a technical update, it has the potential to redefine how companies plan, report and justify their climate actions.

In this chapter, Nvalue shares a clear and structured position on the proposed changes, with a focus on Scope 2, market instruments and data integrity. Rather than engaging in abstract debate, we analyse practical consequences for sustainability teams, procurement functions and decision-makers.
This content is designed for companies that want to understand what changes, why it matters, and how to respond credibly — before new rules become constraints.

Benchmarks are not generic exercises — they are tools to support concrete decisions.

In this section of the Academy, we present applied benchmarks developed for specific sectors, showing how regulatory exposure, energy sourcing and carbon costs interact in real industrial contexts.
The ceramics benchmark is one example among many of the analytical work we have carried out to help companies understand where they stand, how they compare to peers, and which levers truly matter.
This approach reflects how we work: combining data, regulation and market dynamics to produce usable insights, not static reports.