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The Climate Registry (TCR) is a non-profit organization that empowers organizations to act on climate change by providing services and tools to help them reduce their GHG emissions. TCR operates a leading, voluntary GHG reporting program in North America called the Carbon Footprint Registry, which is aligned with the GHG Protocol, ISO 14064 1:2018, and the U.S. EPA Corporate Leadership GHG Inventory Guidance. 

Since being launched by U.S. states and Canadian provinces almost 20 years ago, the Carbon Footprint Registry has been trusted by hundreds of organizations to help them deliver credible carbon data. And let’s face it, effective climate action starts with accurate data. Our reporting tools and technical support help you boost efficiency, reduce costs and ensure your disclosures are credible with supply chain partners, customers and regulators. 

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Membership Levels and Benefits 

TCR offers membership to both organizations and individuals looking to measure and report their carbon footprint and take meaningful steps toward sustainability. When you join the Carbon Footprint Registry you'll benefit from joining TCR's community, where you can collaborate and exchange insights with leaders and peers across sectors and regions. Together, we will shape the future of climate disclosure.

Our Carbon Footprint Registry includes Essential and Advanced Organizational Membership levels, allowing your organization to choose the level of support and engagement that best aligns with your sustainability goals and commitments. Additionally, the Individual Membership provides access to educational resources, guidance documents, and expert webinars for sustainability professionals, consultants, students, or nonprofits interested in being a part of TCR's incredible community without the obligation to report emissions.

Review our 2025 Membership Handout for a downloadable version of the information presented below. 

Essential Organizational Membership

Designed for organizations beginning their GHG reporting journey, Essential membership supports those looking to understand their carbon footprint and lay the groundwork for future emissions reduction goals. 


Access to trusted guidance, tools and resources*

Exclusive members-only webinars and updates

Peer learning opportunities

Access to TCR’s GHG reporting software, CRIS, for 2 users

Dashboard visualization of emissions inventory within CRIS 

4 hours of Help Desk support and technical guidance

Third-party verification support**

Designated new-member post on LinkedIn

Member profile publicly available on TCR’s website 

Opportunity for GHG emissions report to be publicly available***

Ability to use Reporting Member Logo in marketing materials****

Recognition via the Climate Registered™ Accelerator*****

Emission factors for Scope 1 and 2



Advanced Organizational Member

Ideal for organizations with established GHG measurement and tracking systems or ambitious emissions reduction goals. Advanced membership offers enhanced insights and support. 


Access to trusted guidance, tools and resources*

Exclusive members-only webinars and updates

Peer learning opportunities

Access to TCR’s GHG reporting software, CRIS, for 4 users

Enhanced dashboard visualization of emissions inventory within CRIS 

8 hours of Help Desk support and technical guidance

Third-party verification support**

Designated new-member post on LinkedIn

Member profile publicly available on TCR’s website 

Opportunity for GHG emissions report to be publicly available***

Ability to use Reporting Member Logo in marketing materials****

Recognition via the Climate Registered™ Accelerator*****

Emission factors for Scope 1 and 2

Scope 3 emissions support (coming late 2025)

International emission factors

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Individual Member

Geared toward individuals, students, and professionals seeking foundational knowledge about GHG reporting. Individual Members receive access to educational materials and select resources. 

Access to trusted guidance, tools and resources*
Select members-only webinars and updates
Peer learning opportunities

*Resources include a webinar library, discussion forums, GHG reporting guidance and calculation tools, events calendar, and more.

**Third-party verification is not included in the TCR’s membership fees.

***For a report to be made publicly available by TCR, it must undergo third-party verification and receive a positive verification finding.

****TCR members are eligible to display the Reporting Member Logo after completing at least one GHG inventory every five years.

*****Application and approval are required.

Membership Fees

Membership dues are determined based on your organization’s type (i.e., commercial/industrial or non-profit/government/academia) and annual revenue or operating budget. To request a quote, please contact info@theclimateregistry.org.

Discover the Value of Membership

Membership delivers significant value to your organization by enabling you to:


Solidify your commitment to progress

Establish benchmarks that enable your organization to track progress against internal commitments and industry peers through TCR’s credible carbon reporting program aligned with international best practices, including the GHG Protocol, and backed by U.S. states and Canadian provinces.

Enhance reputation and credibility

Strengthen your organization’s reputation and credibility among customers, vendors, investors, constituents, and other stakeholders by actively and transparently responding to growing concerns related to climate change.


Gain a competitive advantage

Through the development of emissions metrics and performance indicators, identify areas of opportunity for emissions reductions, improved efficiencies, and cost savings, allowing your organization to distance itself from competitors, achieve greater market share, and gain access to additional sources of capital.


Identify risks and opportunities

Leverage GHG emissions data to target prominent risks and opportunities and inform your organization’s broader sustainability strategy.


Position your organization in front of regulation

Be at the forefront of entities responding to increased public and investor interest in GHG accountability by measuring, reporting, and third-party verifying your GHG emissions with accredited verification bodies.

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