Karl Aquilina
Karl is a chemist by background and acts as a Subject Matter Expert who works across KPMG’s audit, tax and advisory functions. His unique blend of skills and perspective allows him to solve complex challenges, providing clients with versatile solutions. Karl’s areas of expertise include Greenhouse Gas (‘GHG’) accounting and other services relating to emissions. Karl is an accomplished GHG accounting professional with experience in helping organizations across various industries to quantify and reduce their carbon footprint. His extensive training in carbon accounting provided by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol has equipped him with a deep understanding of GHG accounting standards and best practices, enabling him to develop sophisticated scientific models that accurately estimate emissions. Karl's skills in using specialized GHG analytical tools and methodologies have been invaluable in conducting comprehensive analyses of organizations' carbon footprints. He excels in identifying areas where emissions can be reduced, including energy consumption, transportation, and waste management, and works closely with organizations to develop tailored action plans to achieve their sustainability goals. In addition to his GHG accounting expertise, Karl has worked on a wide range of projects related to STEM subjects, providing assistance to different teams at KPMG. One such project involved a study for a hydrogen pipeline connecting Malta to the European gas network, where his technical expertise were instrumental in achieving the project's objectives. Karl's commitment to transparency in GHG accounting and reporting is a hallmark of his work. He recognizes the importance of accurate and transparent reporting in building trust with stakeholders and demonstrating progress towards reducing emissions. He is highly detail-oriented and takes pride in ensuring that his GHG accounting work is accurate, reliable, and compliant with all relevant regulations and standards. He stays up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in GHG accounting and sustainability, attending conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities to enhance his knowledge and skills. Overall, Karl's extensive experience, technical expertise, and commitment to sustainability make him a valuable asset to any organization looking to reduce its carbon footprint and achieve its sustainability goals.