The foundation operates as an independent advisor in the area of climate protection and development. As it foes not offer any offset services itself, it can independently assess the progression of “avoid, reduce and offset”. Because the certified commitment of organisations goes far beyond offsetting greenhouse gas emissions. The reduction of emissions is also assessed as a component of the organisation´s climate strategy. In a similar fashion, the development impacts achieved for populations in the Global South are taken into consideration. 

The commitment to development and the climate assessed in this manner is thus transparent and holistic in the sense of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement. With the awarded seal, this can be communicated to the public in an effective way.