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Sustainability Standard Partners Co., Ltd. Registered as Official Verification Body for GX-ETS — Providing Third-Party Verification for Emission Targets and Actual Emissions

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Published Jun 17, 2026 11:01 PM ・ Updated Jun 18, 2026 1:36 PM ・ 7 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Sustainability Standard Partners Co., Ltd.
(SSP), an independent verification body specializing in third-party assurance of sustainability information, has been officially registered as a Registered Verification Body for Phase 2 of the GX-ETS (Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme) as of June 15, 2026.
SSP will now provide independent third-party verification services for emission targets and actual emissions under the scheme.

Sustainability Standard Partners Co., Ltd. (SSP), an independent verification body specializing in third-party assurance of sustainability information, has been officially registered as a Registered Verification Body for Phase 2 of the GX-ETS (Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme) as of June 15, 2026. SSP will now provide independent third-party verification services for emission targets and actual emissions under the scheme.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000008.000140404.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jun 17, 2026

Sustainability Standard Partners Co., Ltd. (SSP), an independent verification body specializing in third-party assurance of sustainability information (Headquarters: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Toshinori Nishimura; hereinafter “SSP”), announces its registration as a Registered Verification Body for Phase 2 of the GX-ETS (Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme), effective June 15, 2026.

GX-ETS Phase 2 and the Role of “Registered Verification Bodies”

The GX-ETS (Greenhouse Gas Emissions Trading Scheme) officially launched as a mandatory system in April 2026. Facilities with annual direct CO₂ emissions exceeding 100,000 tons are subject to the scheme and must calculate and report their “Emission Target Amounts” and “Actual Emission Amounts.”

For these calculations, it is mandatory to obtain third-party verification from a “Registered Verification Body” that has been pre-registered by the national government (the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry). Registered Verification Bodies independently verify the emission targets and actual emissions reported by covered entities, ensuring the overall credibility and integrity of the system.

Third-Party Assurance Provider for Corporate Sustainability and Non-Financial Disclosures

SSP specializes in third-party verification of corporate sustainability and non-financial disclosures and has extensive experience verifying GHG emissions and other sustainability data for numerous companies.

With this registration, SSP will leverage its accumulated expertise to offer new verification services for Emission Target Amounts and Actual Emission Amounts under Phase 2 of the GX-ETS.

Concurrently Hosted: “GX-ETS Emission Target Amount – 2026 Finalized Edition Seminar”

To support covered entities in smoothly complying with the GX-ETS, SSP will host an online seminar providing systematic guidance on the practical aspects of calculating Emission Target Amounts, which are subject to verification by Registered Verification Bodies.

【Format】Online

【Dates and Times】Four identical sessions (approximately 90 minutes each)

・June 18, 2026 (Thu) 13:00– (Registration closes on June 17)

・June 25, 2026 (Thu) 13:00–

・July 2, 2026 (Thu) 13:00–

・July 9, 2026 (Thu) 13:00–

【Main Topics】Overall structure of Emission Target Amounts; Differentiation between Benchmarking (BM) and Grandfathering (GF) methods; Adjustments based on consideration factors; Calculation examples using sample companies; Key practical issues and verification procedures

【Target Audience】Energy managers and environmental department staff responsible for calculating and reporting Emission Target Amounts; Business operators seeking clarity on BM/GF differentiation; Executives

【Registration】https://susstap.co.jp/seminar/2090/

Company Overview

Company Name: Sustainability Standard Partners Co., Ltd. (SSP)

Headquarters: Meguro-ku, Tokyo

Representative: Representative Director Toshinori Nishimura

Business Activities: Third-party assurance of sustainability and non-financial disclosures (independent verification body); Registered Verification Body services under GX-ETS

URL: https://susstap.co.jp/

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FAQ

What is GX-ETS?

GX-ETS is Japan's emissions trading scheme launched in April 2026, targeting facilities emitting over 100,000 tons of CO₂ annually.

What is the role of a Registered Verification Body?

It independently verifies emission targets and actuals reported by companies to ensure data accuracy and system integrity.

What does SSP specialize in?

SSP specializes in third-party assurance of sustainability and non-financial disclosures, including GHG emissions verification.

Why is verification of emission targets necessary?

Verification ensures data reliability, which is essential for fair trading and regulatory compliance within the GX-ETS framework.

What is the seminar about and who should attend?

An online seminar explaining emission target calculation under GX-ETS, ideal for environmental managers and executives.

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