Guide: 5 Steps to CO₂Footprint

Discover the fundamentals and best practices of CO₂ accounting according to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) with our concise whitepaper.

Across approximately 20 pages, we show you how to establish a compliant Corporate Carbon Footprint – from defining the consolidation approach (Equity Share, Financial/Operational Control) and the base year, to consistent recalculation in the event of structural changes.

You will learn how Scope 1, Scope 2- (market-based vs. location-based) and Scope 3-emissions are systematically recorded, categorized, and evaluated using reliable emission factors. We explain data qualities (primary vs. secondary), allocation rules, the selection of suitable methods (activity-based vs. spend-based, hybrid approaches), and how to handle data gaps and double counting.

This way, you create a transparent, auditable CO₂ footprint according to GHGP – serving as the foundation for effective climate management, credible reporting, and measurable decarbonization.

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