> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://www.bilancarbone-evaluation.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://www.bilancarbone-evaluation.com/guide-devaluation-des-bilans-en/evaluation-issues/verification-et-validation-dun-bilan-carbone-r.md). # Verification and validation of a Bilan Carbone® In a low carbon world, the Bilan Carbone® approach plays a **crucial role in supporting any type of stakeholder**, from the least mature to the most experienced, in their **quantification of environmental impact** of an activity, as well as to **identify effective measures to reduce its effects**.

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The Bilan Carbone® is a **continuous improvement approach in terms of Greenhouse gases (GHGs)**, both to reduce emissions, but also to assess its vulnerability and identify the Transition risks and opportunities for its activity. The term “Bilan Carbone®”, in addition to the **method**, also refers to the **tools** distributed by the**Association for Low Carbon Transition**, which make it possible to carry out the necessary calculations. The result of the assessment applied to an activity or a territory is called “Bilan Carbone®”, as is the greenhouse gas emissions diagnosis established through the use of this method. A **training** is required in order to be able to apply the Bilan Carbone® method and use its tools. One of the fundamental aspects of this method is the **transparency** throughout the entire calculation process, from choosing the Boundaries to the means of Communication with Stakeholders. Assessing a Bilan Carbone® thus guarantees the **reliability** of the results. It also makes it possible to**identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement** between two assessments of an organisation. This guide provides guidelines for **assessing a Bilan Carbone®** and produce a report understandable by the various stakeholders involved in preparing a Bilan Carbone® (more information on the carbon Accounting ecosystem on the [site de l'Association for Low Carbon Transition (ABC)](/guide-devaluation-des-bilans-en/resources/bibliographie.md#abc-association-pour-la-transition-bas-carbone)). This guide is compatible with the [Bilan Carbone® method](/guide-devaluation-des-bilans-en/resources/bibliographie.md#guide-methodologique-bilan-carbone-r) in its most recent version (more information in the hypertext link). *** *To have one’s balance sheet assessed, it is necessary to sign a **tripartite contract** with a certified assessor and the Association for Low Carbon Transition (ABC), which sets the scope of the assignment as well as confidentiality commitments.*\ \&#xNAN;*For more information on this topic, you can contact the Association for Low Carbon Transition (ABC) via its contact form.*