Frequently Asked Questions – lesscarbon.com.au

Common questions about carbon assessments, AASB S2 compliance, and our services.

Understanding the Requirements

Do I legally need a carbon assessment?

It depends on your business size. AASB S2 mandatory reporting applies to:

Group 1 (Large): Revenue >$500m OR Assets >$1bn OR Employees >500 (reporting since Jan 2025)
Group 2 (Medium): Revenue >$200m OR Assets >$500m OR Employees >250 (reporting from July 2026)
Group 3 (Smaller): Revenue >$50m OR Assets >$25m OR Employees >100 (reporting from July 2027)

Even if you’re below these thresholds, you may still need a carbon assessment for:
✓ Government tenders (many now require carbon reporting)
✓ Supply chain requirements (if you supply to Group 1/2 companies)
✓ Green finance or sustainability-linked loans
✓ Climate Active or B Corp certification
✓ Voluntary sustainability reporting

What’s AASB S2 and does it apply to me?

AASB S2 is Australia’s mandatory climate-related disclosure standard. It requires certain companies to report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related risks.

If you meet the thresholds above (2 out of 3 criteria), it applies to you.

If you’re below the thresholds, you may still need reporting for tenders, supply chain compliance, or voluntary certification.

AASB S2 Compliance Guide

What’s Scope 3 and why does it matter?

Scope 3 = emissions from your supply chain (suppliers, business travel, waste, etc.).

Why it matters:

Scope 3 typically represents 70%+ of a company’s total emissions
Group 1 companies MUST report Scope 3 from July 2026 (Year 2 of reporting)
This means they need emissions data from ALL their suppliers
If you supply to large companies, they will ask you for your emissions data

Industry research shows “supplier data is patchy” – most suppliers aren’t ready.

The Supply Chain Crisis

When do I need to comply?

Mandatory reporting timeline:

Group 1: Started 1 January 2025 (Scope 3 mandatory from July 2026)
Group 2: Starts 1 July 2026
Group 3: Starts 1 July 2027

For suppliers: Your customer will ask for data when they need to report Scope 3. For Group 1 companies, that’s July 2026 (4 months away).

For tenders/grants: Requirements vary, but many now require reports less than 6-12 months old.

About Our Service

How long does the assessment take?

Standard delivery:

Supplier Certificate: 3 business days
Tier 2-5 assessments: 5-7 business days
Enterprise: 7-10 business days

Rush delivery available:

3-day delivery: +$500 + GST
24-hour delivery: +$1,500 + GST

Timeline starts after payment is confirmed and all required data is provided.

What information do I need to provide?

Typical data requirements:

Energy bills (electricity and gas) – 12 months
Vehicle and fuel usage records
Business travel records (flights, accommodation)
Waste and water data
Building information (size, type, location)
Employee numbers and commuting patterns (if applicable)

Don’t have all the data? We can work with what you have and use industry averages where needed. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.

What’s included in the report?

All reports include:
✓ Total emissions breakdown (Scope 1, 2, and 3)
✓ Emissions by category (energy, transport, waste, etc.)
✓ Industry benchmark comparison
✓ Compliance documentation
✓ Evidence register
✓ Reduction recommendations

Report length varies by tier:

Supplier Certificate: 5 pages
Tier 2 (Micro): 15-20 pages
Tier 3 (Small): 25-35 pages
Tier 4 (Medium): 40-50 pages
Tier 5 (Large): 60+ pages
Enterprise: Custom

All reports are AASB S2 compliant and delivered as professional PDF documents.

Is this accepted for tenders and grants?

Yes. Our assessments are AASB S2 compliant and follow the GHG Protocol, which is the international standard for carbon reporting.

Our reports are accepted for:
✓ Government tenders (federal, state, local)
✓ Grant applications
✓ Climate Active certification (with additional prep)
✓ B Corp certification
✓ Sustainability-linked loans
✓ ESG investor reporting

If you have specific tender requirements, contact us and we’ll confirm our report meets them.

Pricing & Process

What’s the difference between the tiers?

Tiers are based on business size and complexity:

Tier 1 (Supplier Certificate): Fast-track for suppliers who just need to provide data to customers ($995 + GST)
Tier 2 (Micro): 1-10 employees, single site ($1,995 + GST)
Tier 3 (Small): 11-25 employees, 1-2 sites ($2,995 + GST)
Tier 4 (Medium): 26-50 employees, 2-5 sites ($4,995 + GST)
Tier 5 (Large): 51-100 employees, 5-10 sites ($7,995 + GST)
Enterprise: 100+ employees, 10+ sites (custom pricing)

Higher tiers include more locations, deeper analysis, and additional features like supply chain analysis and reduction roadmaps.

Services & Pricing

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. Payment plans are available for assessments over $5,000 + GST, subject to approval.

Typical terms:

50% deposit, 50% on delivery
3-month payment plan for amounts over $10,000

What if I don’t have all my data?

We can work with incomplete data using:

Industry-standard emission factors
Reasonable estimates based on business type
Proxy data from similar businesses

However, the more accurate data you provide, the more accurate your assessment will be.

We’ll work with you to identify what data you have and fill gaps appropriately. This is noted in the report methodology section.

Why do annual updates cost less?

AASB S2 requires annual reporting. Annual updates are 40-60% cheaper because:
✓ We already have your baseline data
✓ Faster processing (3-5 days)
✓ Streamlined data collection
✓ Existing methodology in place

Annual updates include updated calculations, year-over-year comparison, and refreshed compliance documentation.

For Suppliers

My customer asked for emissions data – what do I do?

Get a Supplier Emissions Certificate:

$995 + GST
3-day turnaround
Provides the exact data your customer needs
AASB S2 compliant

This gives you a professional certificate with your emissions data that satisfies most customer requests.

Get Your Supplier Certificate

What’s a Supplier Certificate?

A Supplier Certificate is a fast-track, simplified assessment designed specifically for suppliers who need to provide emissions data to their customers.

It includes:

Scope 1 & 2 emissions calculation
5-page professional certificate
Data formatted for customer Scope 3 reporting
Valid for 12 months
3-day turnaround

Perfect for suppliers to ASX 200 companies, Group 1/2 entities, or any business asking for your emissions data.

Will this satisfy my customer’s requirements?

Yes. Our Supplier Certificate provides the data large companies need for their Scope 3 reporting under AASB S2.

It includes:
✓ Total emissions (tonnes CO₂-e)
✓ Emissions by scope (1, 2, 3)
✓ Calculation methodology
✓ Reporting period
✓ Compliance statement

If your customer has specific data format requirements, contact us and we can customise the output.

For Large Companies

How do you assess entire supply chains?

Our Supplier Rescue Program is designed for this:

Assess 100-500 suppliers per week
Bulk pricing from $695 + GST per supplier
12-week timeline for 1,000+ suppliers
Streamlined data collection process
White-label branding available

We handle the entire process:

Triage and prioritisation
Data collection from suppliers
Mass assessment
Data aggregation for your Scope 3 report

Learn More About Supplier Rescue Program

What’s the Supplier Rescue Program?

A bulk assessment program for companies that need emissions data from hundreds or thousands of suppliers.

Designed for:

Group 1 companies facing July 2026 Scope 3 deadline
Group 2 companies preparing for compliance
Any company needing supply chain emissions data

Benefits:
✓ Bulk pricing (up to 30% discount)
✓ Fast turnaround (100-500 suppliers/week)
✓ White-label option (branded as your program)
✓ Data integration (we aggregate for your Scope 3 report)
✓ Guaranteed completion before deadline

Can you handle 1,000+ suppliers?

Yes. Our Supplier Rescue Program is designed for scale.

We can assess:

1,000 suppliers in 10-12 weeks
5,000 suppliers in 12-16 weeks (with parallel processing)
10,000+ suppliers (phased approach over 6 months)

We prioritise critical suppliers first and use streamlined processes to maintain quality at scale.

Still Have Questions?

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Email: support@lesscarbon.com.au