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Greenwashing, evidence & assurance · Core

Assurance scope

Also called: ESG assurance boundary

ELI5

The disclosures, entities, period and criteria covered by assurance.

Used in conversation

“Do not describe assurance scope as assured beyond the scope of the engagement.”

Pitch context

You will see “Assurance scope” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches greenwashing, evidence & assurance.

Why it matters: In greenwashing, evidence & assurance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 4

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.