Scopes in plain language
- Scope 1 — fuels you burn on site or in owned vehicles.
- Scope 2 — purchased electricity, steam, heat, or cooling (usually modeled with grid factors).
- Scope 3 — upstream and downstream value chain emissions—the largest bucket for many organizations.
Start narrow, then expand
Pick one facility or business unit, one year of utility data, and one reporting frame (for example GHG Protocol). Publish a short methodology note so numbers stay comparable next year.
Quality checks that matter
Reconcile utility bills to meter data where possible, document global warming potential (GWP) sets, and track revisions to historical years when factors change.
When to bring in help
If you are facing customer questionnaires, verification, or regulatory filings, external review often saves rework. We help teams build inventories that are defensible—not just decorative.
Talk through your context
Environmental programs differ by province and sector. Reach out if you want a sanity check on boundary, factors, or next year's roadmap.
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