Frequently Asked Questions
Carbonhalo is an expert-led carbon accounting and climate reporting service that provides complete, compliant solutions for IFRS S2 and AASB S2 climate disclosures. We combine expert advice with intuitive carbon accounting software to deliver audit-ready reports without the complexity typically associated with climate reporting.
We support some of Australia’s largest brands and industry bodies.
Carbonhalo is specifically designed for businesses that need mandatory climate reporting, particularly “newbies” – first-time reporters who are unfamiliar with climate disclosure requirements. We’re ideal for:
- Entities with fast-track, immediate compliance needs
- Companies preparing early to avoid last-minute risk
- Businesses unsure where to begin with climate reporting
- CFOs, COOs, and other executives needing compliant solutions without in-house expertise
- Expert-led approach: We provide human support at every stage, not just software
- Designed for first-timers: Clear, jargon-free compliance guidance
- Monthly support model: Year-round guidance, not one-off consulting
- Project managed: We set schedules and keep stakeholders on track
- Audit-ready outputs: Built to align with assurance standards
- No auditor conflict: We maintain separation to avoid conflicts of interest
BCAP stands for Business Climate Action Program. We offer two main compliance tracks:
- BCAP Compliance: Fast Track
- Ideal for businesses already in their first year of mandatory climate disclosure under AASB S2
- Perfect for those who started late or have less than one year before ASIC deadlines are due.
- Provides immediate start and complete compliance package for the current financial year.
- BCAP Compliance: Pathway
- Designed for businesses starting from scratch
- Low-risk approach that doesn’t require additional internal resources
- Structured 2-3 year compliance roadmap that builds internal capability and closes data gaps
Our services are fully aligned with:
- IFRS S2 (International Financial Reporting Standards)
- AASB S2 (Australian Accounting Standards Board)
- ISO14064 verification standards
- GHG Protocol standards
- Step 1: Baseline Emissions Assessment We measure your carbon footprint using ISSB-aligned methods, ISO14065, and GHG Protocol standards, all verified by experts.
- Step 2: Climate-Related Disclosures We identify exactly what’s needed to meet legal requirements and build a plan to get you there.
- Step 3: ISSB-Ready Disclosure Pack We deliver a compliant, auditable sustainability report that your board, auditor, and regulator will understand and accept.
Pricing and Process
We offer a low-cost monthly model that avoids high consulting fees and new staff price tags. Our pricing tends to be less than 50% of comparable service offers, and some of our customers have saved $70-120k by choosing Carbonhalo. We can keep our pricing low by combining technology with our expert team. We call this “tech-enabled services”.
Pricing is:
- Monthly
- Easy-to-understand
- All-inclusive with no hidden costs
- No lock-in contracts
- Quoted within 45 minutes of initial meeting
- For pathway programs, it is fixed for the term of the program
We schedule our programs according to your availability. Starting is simple, and we provide a clear project management structure to guide every step of the process.
Our free personalised compliance planning session includes:
- Assessment of your specific reporting obligations
- Clear explanation of the compliance process
- Fixed pricing quote provided within 45 minutes
- Direction and clarity for businesses with zero previous knowledge
- One-to-one expert consultation (not automated)
Yes, unlike traditional consulting models, we provide monthly support throughout the year. We don’t just deliver one-off advice – we guide you through the entire compliance process and maintain ongoing relationships to ensure continued compliance.
No, that’s one of our key value propositions. We do the heavy lifting so you don’t need in-house climate reporting expertise. Our expert-led approach means we handle the technical complexity while you focus on running your business.
Yes, all our deliverables are specifically designed to be audit-ready and align with assurance standards. We maintain separation from auditing functions to avoid any conflicts of interest.
We work across diverse industries, including:
- Manufacturing and automotive
- Technology and electronics
- Construction and machinery
- Food and beverage
- Professional services
- Industry associations
Yes, we have an Industry Climate Action Program (I-CAP) designed specifically for industry associations. This program helps associations implement scalable emissions programs for their members without requiring additional internal resources.
We have national and state-based programs running with industry bodies, including the Australian Tourism Industry Council, the Caravan Industry Association of Australia, Wines of Western Australia, Brisbane Economic Development Agency – to name a few.
Carbonhalo supports businesses to manage unavoidable emissions through the retirement of Australian and international verified carbon offsets. This is a voluntary process under our programs.
Come as you are – most of our clients arrive with zero knowledge and lots of frustration about climate reporting requirements. We’re designed to help first-time reporters understand their obligations and create a clear path forward.
After your free consultation, you’ll receive:
- Clear understanding of your reporting obligations
- Fixed-price quote for services
- Defined timeline and process
- Option to start immediately with no waiting period
Yes, and they are free! Our Business Climate Action Program+ is designed to meet the needs of most SMEs. Click here to see a brochure.
Yep. Just click on the Sign-Up button on our website. Register your details, then follow the three-step process.