Program Fees

Calendar Year 2025

Our nonprofit work at The Change Climate Project is funded by program fees, grants, and donations.
This page describes fees for our two programs: The Climate Label certification, and the Business Emissions Evaluator, our carbon management software.
Last updated: October 31, 2024

The Climate Label Certification

To achieve The Climate Label Certification, all companies must demonstrate that they have met the requirements of The Climate Label Certified Standard.

Guided Support

A Guided Support Fee applies to those companies that work with TCCP when preparing submissions for certification. This fee is only paid by certifying entities that opt into Guided Support.
Includes a BEE subscription, resources, and the knowledge network provided by our team and coaches. Payment for Guided Support is due upon signing the Brand License Agreement (for first-time certifying brands) or certification kickoff (for re-certifying brands).

The Business Emissions Evaluator (BEE)

Annual subscription to our carbon management software platform, the BEE. Includes software tools for a carbon inventory, visualizations, reduction planning, target setting, and analysis.

Guided Carbon Management & Transition Budget Support

A hands-on support program to guide you through preparing to meet certification requirements. Includes prescribed timelines, email reminders, and group support. You’ll be paired with a Carbon Management Coach for 1:1 touch-points on measurement and reduction planning, and a CTB Coach for 1:1 touch-points on calculating and allocating your Climate Transition Budget.

Carbon Credit Provider Directory

A directory of carbon credit providers including provider info, pre-vetted project options, and links to purchase eligible verified carbon credits.

Educational Programs

A full library of self-service resources, with online and offline materials, to help you prepare your submission for certification, plus access to workshops, content, and events.

Certification: Guided Support
2024 Revenues
Guided Support Fee
>$100m
$4,000
$5 - 100m
$2,500
<$5m
$0 / $1,500*
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*Companies with less than $5m in annual revenues are opted into “Small Business Support” by default, and pay no Guided Support Fee. Small Business Support is a streamlined approach that works better for most small businesses.

However, small businesses may upgrade to Guided Support for a fee of $1,500 for a more detailed analysis and feedback throughout the certification prep process.
Independent Submission
Companies that are able to prepare certification documents independently, relying only on internal resources and/or working with a third party consultant (i.e., without relying on Guided Support), may apply to become certified via Independent Submission. There is no Guided Support fee for entities that opt into Independent Submission.

Brand License Fee

Upon successfully demonstrating that you have met The Climate Label Certified Standard, you will pay a Brand License Fee based on your annual emissions, and covers:

Brand License

License to use The Climate Label Certified marks for one calendar year beginning on the date you complete certification. The license terms are outlined in your Brand License Agreement.

Marketing Resources and Activations

Toolkits and guidance for making effective climate claims to your customers and audience. Participation in marketing and consumer engagement activations that raise awareness of climate change and the meaning and importance of certification. Includes assets and content to help you announce and promote your status as a Climate Label Certified brand.

Community Benefits

Access to Slack community, educational events, workshops, and ongoing networking opportunities.

Notes

Program Fees do not include your costs of paying third parties (such as consultants, assurance providers, software providers, and carbon credit / REC brokers)

Nonprofit organizations with emissions <1,000 tonnes receive a 50% discount on the Brand License Fee

Companies that pay the Guided Support Fee and begin, but do not complete certification, may apply the payment toward the cost of an annual BEE subscription

Companies that are pursuing Independent Submission are eligible for a 20% discount for BEE subscriptions (see below)

All program fees are non-refundable

Certification: Brand License Fee
Emissions (metric tonnes)
$ Per Tonne
First 5,000
$0.88
Next 25,000
$0.37
Next 100,000
$0.14
Tonnes above 130,000
$0.03
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The Business Emissions Evaluator

Carbon management tools for the growing climate community
Standalone subscription options for non-certifying users, and for certifying users that want to use the BEE but are not participating in the Guided Support Program (described above).

Estimate

$0 / unlimited

For rapid estimation of your carbon emissions based on simple financial data, to start your climate journey.

Features
Swift estimation of Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions
Visualize emissions to identify greatest opportunities for improvement
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User Subscription

$2,900 / annual subscription (up to 10 users)

For users seeking to create a detailed carbon inventory without pursuing certification.

Features
End-to-end tool for measuring and understanding Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon emissions
Measurement guide, video instructions & FAQ
Online chat-based support, knowledge library, Q&A
Access to our #measure Slack channel
20% discount applies to users seeking The Climate Label certification
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Guided Support Add-On

Add Guided Support to your base User Subscription. Fee based on annual revenues:

< $5M:    $1,500
$5M-100M: $2,500
Over $100M: $4,000

All the same features as a BEE Subscription, PLUS 1:1 touchpoints with a dedicated coach. Supports you with building a GHG inventory. Takes you further in target setting and reduction planning.

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Discounts and Notes
BEE for BIPOC
We offer a full discount on the annual BEE License for up to 10 BIPOC-owned businesses each year. Reach out to hello@changeclimate.org for more info!
Partner Discounts
If you have a discount code from a retail partner, please enter it when you sign up.
API License
For clients that need a more robust or customized integration, we can quickly integrate our estimation modeling and methodology into your web environment.
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