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Introduction to greenhouse gas accounting

As a supplier to a company or companies with ambitious emissions reduction goals, you have likely been asked to calculate your emissions, set a reduction target, and begin decarbonizing. That’s a big ask, but every journey starts with just one step.

Begin here, with the resources below. These videos will walk you through:

  1. The fundamentals of greenhouse gas calculations
  2. Understanding the difference between scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
  3. The data needed to calculate a greenhouse gas inventory, and where to find it in your organization
  4. The 15 categories of scope 3 emissions
  5. How to set a science-based target (SBT)
  6. Three common pathways for reducing your organization’s emissions

Finally, the additional resources provide step-by-step guidance on building an inventory and reducing emissions.