Scope 3: examples of emissions​

Scope 3 of the carbon footprint, considered the most complex, encompasses indirect emissions throughout an organization’s value chain. it includes various categories such as upstream emissions, such as the purchase of goods and services, the production of purchased energy and business travel, as well as downstream emissions, such as the use of goods sold and the end-of-life of products.
To reduce these emissions, companies can adopt sustainable practices such as choosing environmentally-friendly suppliers, favoring local products, encouraging the use of clean energy sources and promoting sustainable product design.

Scope 3: GHG protocol guidance

The GHG protocol is a key framework for measuring and managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, including scope 3, which includes indirect upstream and downstream emissions. measuring these emissions helps companies differentiate themselves in the marketplace, save money and build brand awareness. scope 3 often accounts for the majority of emissions, providing a major opportunity to combat climate change.