Greenhouse Gas Protocol Initiative

In our approach to supply chain carbon footprinting and reduction we follow the principles set up by the GHG Protocol. It was established in 1998 and today is the most widely used international accounting tool for businesses to understand quantify and manage greenhouse gasses.

The GHG Protocol divides corporate emission into three Scopes.

Scope 1 (Direct) GHG emission from sources that are owned or controlled by the reporting company.
Scope 2 (Indirect) GHG emission from with the generation of imported/purchased electricity, heat, or steam.
Scope 3 (Indirect) GHG emission that are a consequence of the activities of the reporting company, but occur from sources owned or controlled by another company.

Where to focus?

Carbon management is key element of corporate supply chain strategy. Significant portion of emission is typically found in the supply chain, however measuring, reporting and reducing this emission is still a major challenge for global organisations.

Most organisations commence carbon reduction for concentrating on their own operations since clearly this is the one under their control.

For producers scope 3 can provide the largest potential for carbon reduction. However, as it requires collaboration with suppliers it is the most difficult for a producer to influence.

Enchange works with clients to measure emission sources and to plan and deliver a low carbon supply chain. Learn more about the Enchange approach.