As businesses increasingly focus on sustainability and environmental impact, accurate carbon accounting has become essential. Greenly is one of the more well-known carbon accounting platforms in the market, offering tools for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions tracking.

However, Greenly may not be the perfect fit for every organisation. Companies might find the platform lacking in advanced features, limited customization, or simply need a solution that better aligns with their specific industry requirements or budget constraints.

This article explores the top Greenly alternatives in 2026, focusing on platforms that offer robust carbon accounting features, CSRD compliance support, and capabilities that might better suit your organisation's needs.

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The top Greenly alternatives

1. Coolset

Coolset is a carbon and ESG management platform built for mid-market companies that need to measure emissions, identify reduction opportunities, and produce audit-ready compliance reports – without the overhead of an enterprise tool.

What sets Coolset apart is its combination of TÜV Rheinland-certified GHG methodology, deep CSRD/ESRS alignment, and lean onboarding. It's designed for sustainability and finance leads who need a structured, reliable system rather than a generic data-entry tool.

Coolset connects Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions data to CSRD disclosures, materiality assessments, and reduction planning in a single platform – making it a strong choice for companies who want carbon accounting to feed directly into their reporting obligations.

Key features

• Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions tracking with TÜV-certified GHG methodology
• CSRD/ESRS reporting aligned to EFRAG's simplified standards
• Double materiality assessment workflow
• Supplier emissions data collection and engagement tools
• Audit-ready exports: XBRL, PDF, Word, PowerPoint
• Scenario modeling and science-based target (SBTi) alignment

Pricing

€6,000–€30,000/year. No implementation fees.

Best for

Mid-market companies in the EU with active CSRD reporting obligations or strong reduction ambitions.

2. Normative

Normative is a Swedish carbon accounting platform that focuses on science-based measurement and Scope 3 transparency. It is popular among companies with complex supply chains who need granular emissions data across categories.

The platform is particularly strong for companies already aligned with science-based targets and looking to track progress with rigour. It offers a supplier engagement module and a large library of emission factors.

Key features

• Spend-based and activity-based Scope 3 calculation
• Supplier engagement and data collection tools
• Science-based target tracking
• Benchmark reporting and peer comparison

Pricing

Pricing is custom; typically mid-to-enterprise range.

Best for

Companies with complex supply chains and a focus on Scope 3 accuracy and supplier engagement.

3. Watershed

Watershed is a US-based climate platform used by enterprise companies for carbon measurement, reduction, and reporting. It is known for its data quality focus and clean interface.

Watershed offers strong integrations with enterprise systems and a detailed Scope 3 workflow, but it is primarily designed for larger organisations and may be overbuilt for mid-market teams.

Key features

• Enterprise-grade Scope 1, 2, and 3 measurement
• Clean interface with strong data validation
• Integrations with ERP and finance systems
• Climate disclosure and reduction planning tools

Pricing

Enterprise pricing; not publicly available.

Best for

Large enterprises with significant internal resources and complex reporting needs.

4. Persefoni

Persefoni is a US-based carbon management platform focused on enterprise and financial services clients. It is frequently used for investor-grade reporting and portfolio-level emissions tracking.

Key features

• PCAF-aligned financed emissions tracking
• Audit-ready reporting with version control
• Regulatory alignment with TCFD, SFDR, and CSRD
• Strong governance and access controls

Pricing

Enterprise pricing; typically €80,000+ per year.

Best for

Financial institutions and investment firms tracking financed emissions and ESG performance at portfolio level.

5. Terrascope

Terrascope is a carbon management platform built for industrial and supply-chain-heavy sectors. It focuses on Scope 3 measurement using spend-based and activity-based approaches.

Key features

• Industry-specific emissions models
• Supplier engagement and procurement integration
• Scenario planning for reduction pathways

Pricing

Custom pricing based on company size and scope.

Best for

Industrial companies and manufacturers with significant Scope 3 emissions from their supply chains.

How to choose between Greenly and its alternatives

Choosing the right carbon accounting tool depends on several factors: the complexity of your emissions footprint, your regulatory obligations, your team's capacity, and your budget. Here are a few questions to guide your selection:

• Do you need full CSRD/ESRS alignment, or is a basic GHG inventory sufficient for now?
• Are you focused primarily on internal reduction planning or external reporting and assurance?
• What is your Scope 3 complexity? Do you need deep supplier engagement tools?
• What is your organisation's size, and does the tool scale appropriately?
• Do you need a tool that integrates with your existing ERP or procurement systems?

If your primary goal is CSRD compliance with an efficient onboarding process and lean resource requirements, Coolset is worth evaluating. If your focus is enterprise-scale Scope 3 measurement with deep supplier integration, Normative or Watershed may be a better fit.

To see Coolset in action, book a free demo with our team.