Fossil fuels, including coal, oil, and natural gas, still make up a large part of the global energy mix. ISO standards for fossil fuels ensure their extraction, processing, and combustion are conducted in ways that enhance safety and efficiency, while striving to reduce environmental footprints through improved emission controls and technological innovations.

Insights

Carbon footprint: Measuring and reducing our environmental impact

Companies are increasingly becoming aware of their carbon footprint and its intrinsic link to energy use. But exactly what is a carbon footprint, and how can renewable energy reshape the business landscape?

The greenhouse effect: Counting gases and why it matters

It’s easy to have mixed feelings about carbon. On the one hand, it’s the foundation for life on Earth. On the other, it’s linked to climate change.

The benefits of implementing an environmental management system for your business

Prioritizing environmental sustainability isn’t just a trend: it’s a vital strategy for securing the health and prosperity of an organization for years to come. Balancing growth with environmental stewardship is more important than ever.

Sample standards

Petroleum and liquid petroleum products — Calibration of vertical cylindrical tanks
Part 2: Optical-reference-line method or electro-optical distance-ranging method

Oil and gas industries including lower carbon energy — Piping systems on offshore platforms and onshore plants
Part 2: Materials

Hard Coal — Determination of plastometric indices — Manual method

Products from petroleum, synthetic and renewable sources — Fuels (class F) classification
Part 1: Categories of marine fuels

Products from petroleum, synthetic and renewable sources — Fuels (class F) — Specifications of marine fuels

Thermoplastic multi-layer (non-vulcanized) hoses and hose assemblies for the transfer of liquid petroleum gas and liquefied natural gas — Specification