Scope 0: This refers to emissions that happened in the past from activities controlled by the organization. This includes emissions that occurred prior to current reporting periods.
Scope 1: These are emissions that come directly from activities currently controlled by the organization. For instance, if a company has vehicles or machinery that burn fuel, the emissions from those vehicles or machinery would be Scope 1 emissions.
Scope 2: These are emissions that happen indirectly because of the energy the organization uses. For example, if a company buys electricity to power its buildings or equipment, the emissions from generating that electricity would be Scope 2 emissions.
Scope 3: These emissions are also indirect but arise from activities outside the organization's direct control, including its entire supply chain, business travel, and the use of its products by customers. For example, if a company's products require materials that are produced with a lot of emissions, those emissions would be part of Scope 3. Additionally, emissions from transporting products to customers and the subsequent use and disposal of those products contribute to Scope 3 emissions. Understanding and addressing Scope 3 emissions is essential for a comprehensive approach to reducing an organization's overall carbon footprint and environmental impact.
