Getting started with measuring emissions
Many companies, especially small- or medium sized, struggle with getting started with measuring their emissions. They often lack the resources, such as knowledge and time. But getting started with measuring your emissions does not have to be that complicated, and what matters is that you do get started and take steps in the right direction.
And as outlined in Why measure CO₂ emissions? - it often brings you a lot of value and could save you money - so let's get started!
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Pick a baseline year – e.g., “Let’s measure our 2023 emissions.”
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Collect data:
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Energy bills
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Fuel use
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Travel records
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Procurement records
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Use a simple tool or calculator – There are many free or low-cost carbon calculators for SMEs.
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Set goals – Even a small reduction target is a step in the right direction.