On September 17, 2026, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Carbon Measures announced the appointment of former Colombian President Iván Duque Márquez as Chair of the newly created Technical Expert Panel (TEP) Advisory Group. This initiative aims to develop a globally applicable product-level carbon emissions accounting framework amid growing international momentum toward harmonization.
Iván Duque Appointed to Lead TEP Advisory Group
Iván Duque will serve in a personal capacity to chair the TEP Advisory Group, bringing strategic input and external perspectives to the independent technical work of the panel. According to the ICC and Carbon Measures, the advisory body is designed to bridge the gap between technical accounting conclusions and real-world implementation across global supply chains. Andrew Wilson, ICC Deputy Secretary General, stated that Duque’s leadership will help build engagement across key stakeholder groups to advance conversations on a globally consistent regime.
Did you know? During his tenure as President of Colombia from 2018 to 2022, Iván Duque committed the country to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030 and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, targets that were codified in Colombia’s 2021 Climate Action Law.
Global Momentum for Harmonized Carbon Accounting
The TEP brings together recognized experts from academia, financial accounting, industry, and civil society. According to the founding organizations, the panel’s existing Guiding Principles and Landscape Review establish a baseline by evaluating current approaches and identifying remaining gaps in climate accounting. Amy Brachio, CEO of Carbon Measures, emphasized that technical accuracy must be paired with practical input from business leaders and policymakers who understand operational realities on the ground.
Future Outlook and Strategic Goals
As the TEP advances its technical framework, the Advisory Group plans to announce additional members from diverse sectors and geographies in the coming months. According to Iván Duque, his role will focus on accelerating high standards in climate accounting to enhance transparency in mobilizing capital toward decarbonization. Practitioners and market participants can expect increased opportunities for technical dialogue as the initiative moves forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of the TEP Advisory Group?
The Advisory Group provides external perspectives, strategic input, and real-world applicability to the independent technical work of the Carbon Accounting Technical Expert Panel.
Who co-convenes the Technical Expert Panel?
The TEP is co-convened by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Carbon Measures.
What are Iván Duque’s qualifications for the role?
Duque served as President of Colombia from 2018 to 2022, spent over a decade at the Inter-American Development Bank, and has worked with Conservation International, the Bezos Earth Fund, and Concordia.
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