Carbon (GHG) Management on the MicroVlogCast
This past quarter on the MicroVlogCast, we have been discussing all things sustainability. The first quarter of 2021 saw a significant uptick in companies committing to carbon neutral goals and initiatives, creating a growing urgency around greenhouse gas reporting and reductions. Our team took to the MicroVlogCast to bring understanding to Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, data collection, and reporting. More than ever before, companies need a strategy for ongoing carbon management to meet the demands of their stakeholders.
For more information on how we help our clients, read about our Carbon Management service.
What are the differences between
Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions?
The first step in calculating your carbon footprint is understanding what goes into quantifying it. In short, two factors determine the scope of the emissions: control and location.
How do you calculate Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions?
To calculate your Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions, you need to identify all the various ways you use energy throughout your facility, from electricity to propane to diesel to natural gas. Remember, the cost of energy is not equivalent to consumption, conversions for usage to emissions are required. Quality, accessible data is essential to carbon reporting (learn more about data collection here).
How do you calculate Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions?
While there are 15 different categories of Scope 3 emissions, they all have one thing in common: they are indirect to your operations. While you are not responsible for the direct fuel consumption, your product or service made its usage necessary.
Learn more about how we help companies manage their carbon emissions data and reporting here.
