The Royal Decree 214/2025, in force since June 12, establishes the obligation to calculate the carbon footprint and develop greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction plans. This regulation strengthens the role of companies in the fight against climate change and represents a key step forward in Spain's climate strategy. Furthermore, it obliges organizations to make said plan public, For example, on their website.

🎯 CARBON FOOTPRINT What are its objectives?

This regulation aims to:

  • Promote the climate transparency.
  • Promote the reduction of GHG emissions. To contribute to the reduction of climate change.
  • Increase the carbon absorptions through drains.
  • Contribute to the fulfillment of the international objectives, how to reach the climate neutrality by 2050.

🏢 Who is required to calculate their Carbon Footprint?

Entities that already publish a Statement of Non-Financial Information according to the Law 11/2018, especially:

  • Companies with more than 250 employees.
  • Those with more than 20 million euros in assets or more 40 million in revenue during two consecutive exercises.
  • The General State Administration, including ministries and autonomous bodies.

👉 The SMEs They will be able to participate voluntarily, gaining benefits such as access to grants or benefits in public tenders.

📅 How often should it be published?

The calculation of the carbon footprint and the monitoring of the plan emissions reduction must be done annually, This ensures continuous monitoring of the organization's climate evolution. It's not necessary to create a new plan every year, but it is essential to update data and verify progress.

🌐 Where should the carbon footprint and plan be published?

The results must be published transparently:

  • In the corporate website.

  • In it Statement of Non-Financial Information.
  • In sustainability reports aligned with the CSRD Directive.

Publishing this data will allow customers, suppliers, administrations and investors to know the real commitment of each organization to climate change.

🚀 Advantages and opportunities for companies

Comply with the Royal Decree 214/2025 It goes far beyond a legal obligation. It represents a competitive advantage:

  • Strengthens the brand image and corporate reputation.

  • Increases trust of customers, suppliers and investors.

  • It facilitates access to financial aid and public tenders.

  • It allows you to obtain the official seal of MITECO (“I calculate”, “I reduce”, “I compensate”), which visibly demonstrates a commitment to sustainability.

The Royal Decree 214/2025 on Carbon Footprint This marks a turning point in Spain's climate strategy. Its objective is clear: to compel companies to measure, manage, and reduce their emissions in order to combat climate change. climate change. This regulation not only protects the environment, but also offers organizations an opportunity to differentiate themselves, access new business opportunities, and demonstrate strong leadership in sustainability.

In INCYMA, We help companies throughout the entire process: calculating the carbon footprint, emissions reduction plans, communicating results and obtaining official certifications.

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