The National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS), which commenced July 1, 2010 could be of interest to the wide format and sign industry.

The NCOS, which commenced July 1, 2010, aims to provide national consistency and consumer confidence in the voluntary carbon market.

Minister for Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Water, Senator Penny Wong, says the program will allow businesses to certify their products, services or operations as carbon neutral.

Businesses that have already indicated their intention to participate in the Carbon Neutral Program include: An Meá, Australian Paper, Australia Post, ANZ, Carbon Planet, Fosters, Jetstar, Keytek, National Australia Bank, Lion Nathan, Printer Workz, Qantas, Sensis, Sustainable Living Fabrics and Virgin Blue Airlines.

The Carbon Neutral program will replace the carbon neutral component of the Greenhouse Friendly program, which ended June 30 this year. It will be administered by the Australian Carbon Trust.

Thanks to Greg Nicholls of Xanita in bringing this to our attention.

Australian government
http://www.climatechange.gov.au/en/government/initiatives/national-carbon-offset-standard.aspx