Chapter 3: GHG Protocol Fundamentals

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Carbon Accounting Essentials

Chapter 3: GHG Protocol Fundamentals

Updated:

May 28, 2024

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Published:

May 28, 2024

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Module Overview

The business world is quickly moving to produce accurate, auditable reporting on carbon emissions. But where to begin? This module will introduce you to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP), an internationally-recognized guide for quantifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions. This module provides the foundational knowledge to get started in these new and unchartered waters of quantifying GHG emissions.

Learning Objectives

In this module, you will:

Gain a high-level understanding of the history, principles, and concepts of the GHG Protocol
Learn how activity data is converted into units of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) to create a carbon footprint (also known as a GHG inventory)

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An Introduction

Learn about the complexity of carbon accounting and the importance of standards like the Greenhouse Gas Protocol. Understand key terms like carbon footprint, GHGs, GWP, activity data, and emission factors.

A Brief Overview

Explore the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) as a comprehensive guide for organizations to quantify, simplify, and strategize their greenhouse gas emissions. Learn about its history, purpose, and five key principles.

Inventory Boundaries

Learn how to establish inventory boundaries for carbon footprint calculations, including organizational and operational boundaries. Discover the importance of defining relevant emissions sources.

Scopes 1, 2, and 3

Understand the difference between direct and indirect emissions. Learn about Scopes 1, 2, and 3 and their impact on carbon footprint calculations.

Greenhouse Gases & Global Warming Potential

Learn about greenhouse gases and their impact on climate change. Understand the global warming potential and how emissions are calculated.

Activity Data & Emission Factors

Understand the role of activity data and emission factors in calculating greenhouse gas emissions. Learn how to convert activity data into emissions data.

Calculation Example

Learn how to calculate greenhouse gas emissions using activity data and emission factors. Follow an example calculation for accurate results.

Final Thoughts

The GHG Protocol empowers businesses to drive innovation, reduce risks, and gain a competitive advantage. Explore Persefoni's comprehensive platform for managing emissions data efficiently.

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