Carbon Analytics Empowers Businesses to Accurately Measure and Reduce Their Carbon Footprint

Carbon Analytics, or CA, is a carbon measurement and reporting solution that enables businesses of all sizes to understand and manage their environmental impact. Built around a powerful cloud‑based calculation engine, CA can turn a company’s accounting data into accurate carbon footprint reports that meet the highest reporting standards.

Michael Thornto, founder and CEO, explains that many businesses want to reduce their carbon emissions but do not know where to start. Sustainability teams are often small or non‑existent, and the complexity of carbon accounting can feel overwhelming. Carbon Analytics was designed to break down those barriers and help companies begin their Net Zero journeys with clarity and confidence.

Detailed Analysis that Drives Meaningful Action

The platform offers a detailed carbon footprint analysis by transaction and supplier, which means businesses can pinpoint exactly where their emissions are coming from across their operations and supply chains. This granularity allows them to take targeted actions that deliver real reductions rather than broad guesses.

Carbon Analytics also generates Scope 1, 2, and 3 reports, ensuring companies meet the requirements of global reporting frameworks. These reports are downloadable and can be used for compliance purposes, whether that is an ESOS energy assessment, a B Corp certification, or other environmental standards.

Michael says having this level of insight changes how businesses approach sustainability. “When you can see the full picture, you can prioritize where to make changes,” he explains. “It’s not just about having a number on a page – it’s about making informed decisions that reduce emissions over time.”

Building Trust through Transparency

Businesses are under growing pressure from customers, investors, and regulators to provide evidence of their sustainability efforts. Carbon Analytics helps them meet these expectations by giving them verified data and reports they can share with stakeholders.

One way the company supports this transparency is through certified badges. Organizations can earn recognition ranging from carbon awareness to full Net Zero status as they progress on their sustainability journey. These certifications not only demonstrate credibility but also build trust with customers and partners.

Michael believes this kind of third‑party validation is critical. “It shows that the work a business is doing is real and measurable,” he says. “That trust can strengthen relationships and even create new opportunities.”

Enabling Reductions and Offsets

While measurement is the first step, Carbon Analytics also helps businesses take action. The platform offers pathways for carbon offsetting so that companies can balance the emissions they cannot yet eliminate.

Michael is quick to point out that offsetting should not replace emission reductions but complement them. “Our goal is to help businesses lower their impact as much as possible,” he explains. “Offsetting can then address the remaining footprint while they work on long‑term changes.”

Accessible Tools for Every Business

A key part of Carbon Analytics’ mission is to make carbon accounting accessible to companies that might not have dedicated sustainability resources. The platform is designed to be easy to use, even for small businesses with limited data or expertise.

For larger organizations, Carbon Analytics provides API integrations that allow its carbon calculator to be embedded directly into business systems. This flexibility ensures that companies at any stage of their sustainability journey can access the data they need.

Michael says this accessibility matters because environmental impact is not just a concern for major corporations. “Small and medium‑sized businesses are part of every supply chain,” he notes. “They need the same tools and insights if we’re going to make meaningful progress as a global economy.”

Driving Accountability across Supply Chains

Scope 3 emissions, those generated by suppliers and other partners, often represent the largest share of a company’s carbon footprint. Yet they are also the hardest to measure because they rely on third‑party data.

Carbon Analytics addresses this challenge by tracking emissions at the supplier level. Businesses can see which suppliers have the largest impact and engage them directly on reduction initiatives. This visibility helps create more sustainable supply chains and ensures that carbon reduction efforts extend beyond a company’s direct operations.

A Solution Designed for the Future

As regulations tighten and expectations rise, Carbon Analytics is helping companies future‑proof their operations. Michael sees environmental performance becoming a standard part of business strategy.

“Carbon reporting will be as normal as financial reporting,” he says. “It will shape how companies are valued and how they compete for customers, talent, and investment. We are building a solution that makes it simple to get ahead of those changes.”

The platform continues to evolve, with new features that make it easier for companies to collect data, analyze trends, and demonstrate progress. Whether a business is just beginning its Net Zero journey or refining a mature sustainability program, Carbon Analytics provides the foundation for making informed decisions.

Making Sustainability Part of Everyday Operations

Michael Thornto and his team at Carbon Analytics believe that sustainability should be embedded into daily business practices, not treated as a separate initiative. By providing accurate data and actionable insights, they give companies the ability to manage their environmental impact with the same rigor they apply to finances or operations.

The company’s approach has already helped businesses across industries improve their carbon performance, meet regulatory requirements, and strengthen customer trust. As more organizations adopt structured carbon accounting, the cumulative impact could be profound.

“Real change starts with understanding,” Michael says. “When companies know their numbers and have the tools to act, they can make decisions that benefit both their business and the planet.”

Michael Thornto, Founder & CEO, Carbon Analytic

As regulations tighten and expectations rise, Carbon Analytics is helping companies future‑proof their operations.