SB 253 compliance in 2026. Others: +$25,000 · Our offer: free
In 2026, SB 253 only requires Scope 1 and 2. That is fully automatable. We cover it at no cost so you meet your CARB deadline without a five-figure invoice.
- Free Scope 1 and 2 compliance for your 2026 CARB deadline.
- Scope 3 is not required until 2027. You have time to plan it right.
- Audit-ready report with third-party verifier support, included.
- Add Scope 3 for 2027 with no migration, no new contract.
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What competitors charge vs. what Dcycle charges
Most ESG platforms treat Scope 1 and 2 as a paid add-on. Dcycle includes it free because SB 253 compliance in 2026 should not cost $25,000.
| Capability | Other ESG platforms | Dcycle |
|---|---|---|
| SB 253 Scope 1 and 2 (2026) | Up to $25,000 | Free |
| Audit-ready GHG report | Extra fee | Included |
| Third-party verifier support | Billed separately | Included |
| Scope 3 (all 15 categories, 2027) | New contract | Seamless upgrade |
Start Scope 1 and 2 free. Lock in Scope 3 pricing now.
Sign a 2027 Scope 3 contract before June 30, 2026 and Dcycle covers your full 2026 Scope 1 and 2 reporting at no added cost. Two years of coverage. You only pay for Scope 3.
Get your free SB 253 assessmentIn 2026, SB 253 only requires Scope 1 and 2. Start there.
The 2026 deadline is specific: companies must disclose direct emissions (Scope 1) and purchased energy (Scope 2). Scope 3, the complex value chain emissions across 15 categories, is not required until 2027. Dcycle covers your full Scope 1 and 2 calculation, GHG Protocol-aligned, with verified factors from DEFRA, ecoinvent and ADEME. Audit-ready from day one, at no cost.
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Most ESG platforms charge $25,000 or more just to produce a Scope 1 and 2 disclosure under SB 253. Dcycle includes it at no cost because we believe the barrier to compliance should be zero. You connect your data sources, we calculate and generate the CARB-ready report. No consultants, no manual spreadsheets, no surprise invoices.
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When Scope 3 comes due in 2027, you are already set up
Starting with Dcycle for free Scope 1 and 2 in 2026 means your data infrastructure, emission factors and team workflows are already in place for 2027. Adding Scope 3 is a seamless upgrade, not a new platform migration. All 15 categories, supplier engagement, spend-based calculation and audit trail included.
What Dcycle covers for California SB 253
Scope 1 and 2, free in 2026
Direct and purchased-energy emissions, fully calculated and audit-ready. No cost for the 2026 SB 253 requirement.
GHG Protocol-aligned calculation
Verified emission factors from DEFRA, ecoinvent, ADEME and EPA. Always current.
CARB-ready audit trail
Every data point with source document, emission factor applied and approval chain. Your verifier gets a clean report the first time.
Scope 3 upgrade for 2027
All 15 categories, supplier engagement and spend-based calculation. Seamless from your existing Scope 1 and 2 setup.
AI-ready emissions data
Once your Scope 1 and 2 data is in Dcycle, you can query it in plain language through any AI assistant (ChatGPT, Copilot, or Claude) via Dcycle's MCP Server. The only ESG platform that connects directly to the AI tools your team already uses.
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Get your free SB 253 assessmentWho this applies to
Companies with over $1B revenue doing business in California
SB 253 requires annual GHG disclosure regardless of where you are incorporated. If you operate in California and your revenue exceeds $1 billion, 2026 is your first deadline for Scope 1 and 2.
Sustainability teams that cannot justify a $25,000 compliance bill
Scope 1 and 2 in 2026 is a defined, automatable task. There is no reason it should cost $25,000. Dcycle covers it free so your budget goes toward the harder Scope 3 work in 2027.
Companies already thinking about 2027 Scope 3
Starting with Dcycle for free Scope 1 and 2 means your data infrastructure is ready when Scope 3 is due. No migration, no duplication. One platform, both years.
Also subject to SB 261?
California SB 261 requires companies with over $500 million in annual revenue doing business in California to disclose climate-related financial risks annually. Companies with over $1 billion in revenue are likely subject to both laws. Dcycle covers both disclosure requirements on a single platform.
Speak with an expert about SB 261Transparent pricing for California SB 253
Scope 1 and 2 for 2026: free. No hidden costs, no per-user fees, no surprise invoices. Scope 3 for 2027 is a paid upgrade. Most companies find the combined cost is still a fraction of what other platforms charge for Scope 1 and 2 alone.
In 30 minutes we show you what free Scope 1 and 2 compliance looks like with your real data.
Get your free SB 253 assessmentYou get a dedicated expert from day one
A Dcycle specialist sets up your Scope 1 and 2 calculation, configures your emission factors, migrates historical data and supports your third-party verification process. Real implementation, not a generic onboarding call.
Your team at Dcycle, always available
What California SB 253 actually requires, year by year
Direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased electricity and heat (Scope 2). This is the 2026 deadline. Dcycle covers this free.
Value chain emissions across all 15 GHG Protocol categories: upstream supply chain, business travel, product use and end-of-life. This is the 2027 requirement. Dcycle covers this as a paid upgrade.
CARB requires independent assurance from day one. Dcycle generates structured, traceable reports designed to pass verification on the first submission.
How to get compliant with California SB 253 in 2026
Connect your Scope 1 and 2 data sources
Utility bills, fuel invoices, fleet data, refrigerant logs. 50+ native integrations or file upload. Dcycle maps each source to the right emission factor automatically.
Review your calculated inventory
Dcycle applies GHG Protocol-aligned factors and produces your Scope 1 and 2 inventory in real time. You see the numbers, the sources and the methodology.
Get your report verified
Share your Dcycle audit trail with your chosen third-party verifier. Every data point is traceable to its source. Most clients pass on the first submission.
File with CARB and plan for Scope 3
Submit your 2026 disclosure and start planning your Scope 3 coverage for 2027. Your data infrastructure is already in place.
CARB enforcement
CARB can impose administrative penalties of up to $500,000 per year for missing the deadline, submitting incomplete data, or failing to obtain third-party verification.
Frequently asked questions about California SB 253
What does California SB 253 require in 2026?
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