Carbon claims, explained clearly.

A quick, no-obligation starting point. You share the event name, date, location, rough attendee numbers and how people usually travel there, and you receive a rough footprint estimate within 48 hours.

It is an indicative estimate only, not a full assessment, but it shows roughly where your event stands and where the biggest emissions are likely to sit.

Yes. That is one of the main reasons festivals and events use it. The report sets out the footprint, what was included, the data and assumptions used and the main emission sources, so it can be shared with sponsors, council, funders or your audience.

For events that run every year, the first report also becomes a baseline, so you can show progress from one year to the next.

No. Event Carbon provides a documented event carbon footprint, report and certificate. It is not Climate Active certification and does not replace it.

If you are considering a formal certification route, the assessment can still help you understand your footprint and where emissions sit before you decide.

Event Carbon is based in Torquay and focuses on Geelong, the Surf Coast and regional Victoria, where site visits are easy to arrange. Events elsewhere in Australia can be assessed remotely.

No. Event Carbon starts with the event footprint first.

Carbon credits can be added after the footprint is calculated, where selected, but the value sits in understanding what the event has emitted, what data has been used, what assumptions have been made and what can be stated with confidence.

This keeps offsetting in context, rather than presenting carbon credits as a shortcut or last-minute label.

Offsetting an event usually means calculating the event footprint, then purchasing and retiring verified carbon credits to balance the emissions selected within the event boundary.

For example, if an event footprint is calculated at 10 tCO₂-e, the organiser may choose to purchase and retire 10 tCO₂-e of verified carbon credits.

Event Carbon can support this by defining the event boundary, calculating the footprint, setting out carbon credit options and documenting the evidence behind the final statement.

Carbon offsetting means buying and retiring verified carbon credits to match a measured amount of emissions.

Carbon neutral is a stronger public claim. Australian guidance from the ACCC expects businesses to be clear about how much of a result comes from their own reductions and how much comes from carbon credits bought elsewhere, and to have solid evidence behind the claim.

For that reason, Event Carbon keeps the two clearly separate in every report and certificate: what the event emitted, what was reduced, and what was covered by retired credits.

Possibly, but it needs care. "Carbon neutral" is a strong claim, and the wording should match exactly what was measured, what was reduced and what was covered by verified credits.

Event Carbon recommends clear, specific wording instead, for example: "This event's footprint was measured at 12 tCO₂-e. 12 tCO₂-e of verified carbon credits were retired." This tells people exactly what happened and is easier to stand behind.

If you are considering a formal carbon neutral claim, Climate Active is the Australian Government certification scheme. Event Carbon does not provide Climate Active certification.

Donations to positive environmental projects can support useful work, but they are not usually linked to a measured event footprint.

Event Carbon starts with the event itself. The footprint is assessed first, then any verified credits or project contributions are connected back to the event record and reflected in the final wording.

That means the impact is documented in relation to the event, rather than treated as a separate donation.

Event Carbon can assess emissions connected to the event, such as guest and team travel, venue energy, catering and beverages, accommodation, event materials, supplier activity, logistics and waste.

The exact scope depends on the event, selected assessment level and how the final carbon record will be used.

Event Carbon calculates the agreed event footprint as CO₂-e using available activity data, relevant emissions factors and documented assumptions.

For Australian events, this may include Australian National Greenhouse Accounts factors where relevant, alongside other recognised sources where needed for event-specific categories such as travel, accommodation, catering, materials, waste and supplier activity.

The final report records the boundary, data basis, assumptions and factor sources used, so the result is clear rather than treated as a generic estimate.

You do not need to have all event data, supplier details or guest travel information ready before getting in touch.

Event Carbon starts with a short call and Event Snapshot to understand what information is already available, what may need to be requested and where assumptions may be needed. The work required from the organiser depends on the assessment level and how much event information is already held by the venue, suppliers or planning team.

Missing information may limit the level of confidence, detail and wording that can be supported.

Where data is unavailable, Event Carbon works to limit assumptions where possible, uses appropriate estimates where needed and documents the basis clearly. The value is in knowing how to work with real-world event data without presenting estimates as exact figures.

Not necessarily. Event Carbon can support both pre-event and post-event assessments, depending on the information available and the level of evidence required.

For the strongest process, it is best to get in touch 4–8 weeks before the event. This gives time for the initial call, Event Snapshot, data request, footprint assessment, carbon credit review and final report or certificate preparation.

The final timeline also depends on how quickly event information can be gathered and shared, especially where details sit with venues, suppliers, planners or travel providers.

Shorter timeframes may still be possible where the event has fewer emission sources, key information is already available, or the required output is more limited.

Post-event assessments can also be completed where enough information is still available, such as guest numbers, venue details, catering, travel patterns, accommodation, supplier information or planning records. The final record will reflect the information available and any assumptions used.

Yes. After the event footprint has been assessed, Event Carbon can set out the options.

This may include reduction opportunities, verified carbon credits, project contributions or a combination of options, depending on the event, budget, evidence level and communication needs.

Event Carbon calculates the footprint the credits would relate to and shares information on suitable verified projects. Credits are purchased and retired through a licensed provider, and the final record includes the credit quantity, project details and retirement evidence.

Event Carbon does not directly control venue operations, supplier choices, guest travel or event logistics, but the assessment can identify where emissions sit and where reduction opportunities may exist.

The aim is to make the response to the footprint clear and documented, so the final report, certificate and communication wording reflect what has actually been selected.

The certificate is designed to be shared, displayed or kept.

It can include the event name, date, assessed footprint, any reductions and any carbon credits retired, depending on the package and evidence available.

A real example certificate is shown on the website, so you can see the style and level of detail before enquiring.

The wording is prepared to reflect the agreed scope, calculation result and supporting evidence, rather than making a broad claim such as "carbon neutral" or "eco-friendly".

Event Carbon can also support wording for guest communications, websites, emails, social posts or venue materials where this is included in the package.

The Event Snapshot is free. Event Carbon packages start from $495 AUD. Carbon gifts and contributions start from $125 AUD. Prices are shown in AUD for Australia-based enquiries and proposals.

Carbon credits are charged separately at cost, based on the agreed footprint and selected carbon credits.

After the event scope has been reviewed, your proposal will set out the recommended package, expected evidence level, included outputs and any selected carbon credits, so the overall budget is clear before work begins.