Concur Travel becomes the first booking tool to offer ISO 14083-assured emissions data

The new Concur Travel has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first online booking tool to integrate emissions calculations assured to the new ISO 14083 standard. This development, made possible through our partnership with Thrust Carbon, marks a big step forward in providing accurate and consistent emissions data for customers at the point of booking.

Why ISO matters

The ISO 14083 standard was created to address the confusion and inconsistency caused by the multitude of emissions calculation methods currently in use. ISO 14083 offers a single, globally recognized framework for calculating greenhouse gas emissions across all transportation modes, including air, rail, car and freight. By harmonizing methodologies, ISO 14083 provides organizations with consistent, credible data to guide their regulatory efforts.

This standard also aligns with climate initiatives like the European Union’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) which mandates emissions reporting for over 50,000 companies globally, starting in 2025. Additionally, the proposed Count Emissions EU initiative will require transportation providers to display emissions data at the point of sale. The EU’s endorsement of ISO 14083 as a trusted methodology underscores the importance of adopting this standard.

Charlie Sultan, Concur Travel President, SAP Concur commented: “At SAP Concur we understand that sustainability is no longer a ‘nice to have’ but rather a business imperative. By becoming the first online booking tool to integrate emissions calculations tied to the ISO 14083 standard, we’re empowering our customers with the accurate and consistent data needed to make informed decisions and for reporting. Partnering with Thrust Carbon, we’re proud to lead the way in sustainable travel innovation and help businesses navigate emerging regulations.”

Leading the way with Thrust Carbon!

The new Concur Travel, in partnership with Thrust Carbon, now delivers ISO 14083-assured emissions data at the point of booking. This integration provides customers with reliable and globally recognized sustainability metrics, enabling organizations to align with incoming international standards.

Thrust Carbon adopts a “multi-methodology” approach to emissions calculations. While their current enhanced ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) approach accounts for real-world factors such as airspace closures, they’ve also introduced a dedicated ISO-compliant formula. This ensures adherence to the standardized requirements of ISO 14083, including the use of consistent flight calculations.

Live now, new Concur Travel customers have access to ISO-assured emissions data, enabling standardized and informed sustainability decisions.

Kit Aspen, Founder of Thrust Carbon commented: “The travel industry is evolving rapidly, and we are working hard to make sure it evolves sustainably. ISO 14083 unites our industry under a single rigorous standard, which allows us to reduce uncertainty, increase consistency, and focus on the push to net-zero. We are so proud to partner with a leading organization like SAP Concur to provide their vast user base with the very best travel sustainability data.”

Simplifying emissions reporting

The transition to ISO 14083 standards isn’t just about accuracy, it’s about consistency. For organizations navigating the complexities of CSRD compliance, Thrust Carbon’s robust reporting capabilities ensure that emissions data viewed at the time of booking matches data used within official reports. This alignment simplifies the reporting process and helps businesses make informed decisions about their sustainability strategies.

Creating a sustainable future

In their 2024 Sustainability Benchmark, the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) assessed the emissions reduction efforts in corporate travel across all industry sectors. On a scale from 0 (no action) to 5 (leading practice), the average sustainability maturity score for the 241 organizations assessed was 1.3. This reveals the severe need for corporate climate action, and that clear, enforceable standards such as ISO 14083 would be instrumental in guiding the collective effort.

By integrating ISO-assured emissions data into new Concur Travel, our customers can confidently navigate a complex future of regulations and advancements knowing that their data is up to the highest standard — equipped with the tools they need to meet their sustainability goals.

What’s next?

The new ISO 14083-assured data is now live in new Concur Travel and is a critical milestone in the mission to provide transparent, reliable and actionable emissions data for customers.

With new Concur Travel and Thrust Carbon’s partnership, businesses can now approach sustainability goals with confidence in the integrity of their emissions reporting.