Since its inception in 1944, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has been a leader in advancing global air transport by establishing standards that promote safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible aviation. Recognizing the environmental challenges posed by the growing aviation industry, ICAO has made significant efforts to minimize the sector's carbon footprint. Central to this mission is the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), which aims to cap and reduce CO2 emissions from international flights.

To achieve sustainable growth, ICAO has introduced Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), ensuring that environmental, economic, and social impacts are managed effectively. These standards provide a framework for countries and the aviation industry to adopt cleaner technologies and more efficient operations. The successful implementation of CORSIA and SARPs is crucial in supporting global efforts to combat climate change, ensuring that the aviation industry contributes to a more sustainable future.

In 2013, ICAO made a significant step toward sustainable growth by applying SARPs, marking the first time these standardized norms were implemented for civil aviation. Today, ICAO oversees more than 12,000 SARPs under Annex 19, guiding the industry in areas such as safety management and environmental protection. These standards are not just guidelines but are critical in helping nations and airlines reduce their environmental impact while maintaining a swift and reliable global air mobility network that connects families, cultures, and businesses worldwide.

Goal

The verification process is to verify the CO2 emission report (ER) that have been submitted by an Aeroplan operator. The goal behind ER is to monitor each airplane operator's emissions (an example of an airplane operator is Qatar Airways). In addition to the verification body process, the Verification process loop will consider state and ICAO supervision on the ER on what is known as the MRV Cycle.