{"id":991,"date":"2022-11-08T11:22:15","date_gmt":"2022-11-08T11:22:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/?p=991"},"modified":"2025-04-29T12:17:02","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T12:17:02","slug":"what-is-the-ghg-protocol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the GHG Protocol?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The accumulation of high quantities of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere is triggering the negative effects of climate change: more recurrent droughts, extreme heat, devastating floods, acidification of the oceans&#8230; It is increasingly clear that the \u00ab<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/environment\/2022\/oct\/27\/climate-crisis-un-pathway-1-5-c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">rapid transformation of societies<\/a>\u00bb is the only option to limit these impacts. Currently, the <strong>GHG Protocol <\/strong>is the most widely used standard to account for and manage these harmful emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Index<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#What_are_greenhouse_gases_and_what_are_their_consequences\" >What are greenhouse gases and what are their consequences?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#Greenhouse_gases\" >Greenhouse gases<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#Greenhouse_Gas_Impact\" >Greenhouse Gas Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#What_is_the_GHG_protocol\" >What is the GHG protocol?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#Definition_of_the_GHG_protocol\" >Definition of the GHG protocol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#What_exactly_is_the_GHG_Protocol\" >What exactly is the GHG Protocol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#Who_uses_the_GHG_Protocol\" >Who uses the GHG Protocol?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#GHG_Protocol_Scopes\" >GHG Protocol Scopes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#Scope_1_2_and_3_of_the_GHG_Protocol\" >Scope 1, 2 and 3 of the GHG Protocol<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#How_to_measure_and_report_greenhouse_gas_emissions\" >How to measure and report greenhouse gas emissions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/what-is-the-ghg-protocol\/#Key_points_to_implement_the_GHG_Protocol\" >Key points to implement the GHG Protocol<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_greenhouse_gases_and_what_are_their_consequences\"><\/span>What are greenhouse gases and what are their consequences?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>During the last few years, the concept of GHG (greenhouse gases) has gained popularity. Since the declaration of a \u201cclimate emergency\u201d, it has become the subject of social and business debate. The IPCC report <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipcc.ch\/report\/ar6\/wg1\/chapter\/chapter-3\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Climate Change 2021: The Physical Science Basis <\/em><\/a>is accurate. Human activities cause serious damage to the atmosphere and ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Uncontrolled emissions of greenhouse gases are one of the main threats to the planet. According <a href=\"https:\/\/espanol.epa.gov\/la-energia-y-el-medioambiente\/descripcion-general-de-los-gases-de-efecto-invernadero\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">to the United States Environmental Protection Agency <\/a>, <strong>they are those that trap heat from the atmosphere<\/strong>. In this sense, they cause the so-called greenhouse effect, which results in an increase in the global average temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greenhouse_gases\"><\/span>Greenhouse gases<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, certain types of GHG are distinguished:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Carbon dioxide (CO\u2082) <\/strong>: It is emitted into the atmosphere through the burning of fossil fuels, chemical reactions or the processing of solid waste. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iea.org\/news\/defying-expectations-co2-emissions-from-global-fossil-fuel-combustion-are-set-to-grow-in-2022-by-only-a-fraction-of-last-year-s-big-increase\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">International Energy Agency <\/a>, CO\u2082 emissions are slowing thanks to renewable energy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Methane (CH\u2084)<\/strong>: Its accumulation in the atmosphere is due to the production of coal, oil and natural gas. The same happens with intensive and uncontrolled livestock and agriculture. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noaa.gov\/news-release\/increase-in-atmospheric-methane-set-another-record-during-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Office <\/a>reported that 2021 broke another record for methane releases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nitrous Oxide (N\u2082O ) <\/strong>\u2013 Agricultural and livestock activities are responsible for its emissions. Other causes are unsustainable solid waste management or wastewater treatment. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/data.worldbank.org\/indicator\/EN.ATM.NOXE.KT.CE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">World Bank<\/a>, the sum total of countries emitted three million metric tons in 2019.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs)<\/strong>: They are made up of fluorine, carbon and hydrogen atoms. They have a high chemical stability, which translates into a greater permanence in the atmosphere. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/snap\/reducing-hydrofluorocarbon-hfc-use-and-emissions-federal-sector-through-snap#:~:text=Alternatives%20Policy%20(SNAP)-,Reducing%20Hydrofluorocarbon%20(HFC)%20Use%20and%20Emissions%20in,the%20Federal%20Sector%20through%20SNAP&amp;text=Hydrofluorocarbons%20(HFCs)%20are%20greenhouse%20gases,fire%20extinguishing%20systems%2C%20and%20aerosols.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">United States Environmental Protection Agency <\/a>has launched a program to reduce their expulsions at the federal level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfluorocarbons (PFC)<\/strong>: Of human generation, they are composed of fluorine and carbon atoms. The burning of plastics and ceramics, as well as the manufacture of aluminum, are responsible for the emissions. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/international-aluminium.org\/statistics\/perfluorocarbon-pfc-emissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">International Aluminum Institute<\/a>, China is the largest emitter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sulfur hexafluoride (SF\u2086)<\/strong>: It is heavier than air and is extremely harmful to the atmosphere. It is often used in electrical insulation equipment. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/service-details\/reducing-sulfur-hexafluoride-sf6-emissions-from-gas-insulated-switchgear-310-cmr-772\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">a study by the State of Massachusetts<\/a>, it is 24,000 times more damaging to the atmosphere than CO\u2082 .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-127055042856\"\nstyle=\"width:100%; max-width:1090px;\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLK7Cpj6oStiexMd85zbrQT63jULFljeXgo83Cpzu0IdM5eU67cON8V7POgqQypLlMoytJrdg8tFk3VBndlzwX0cf9Hb17fxH7XbWwCVpcAWO%2FU%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=127055042856&#038;portalId=5618409\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"NetZero_EN\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/5618409\/interactive-127055042856.png\" \n\nstyle=\"max-width:100%; height: auto;\"\nonerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greenhouse_Gas_Impact\"><\/span>Greenhouse Gas Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a doubt, GHG accumulations can be very harmful for the planet. Certain types, such as sulfur hexafluoride, <a href=\"https:\/\/acp.copernicus.org\/articles\/20\/7271\/2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">remain in the atmosphere for up to 3,000 years<\/a>. However, there are certain consequences that can seriously affect life on the planet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ocean acidification <\/strong>\u2013 CO\u2082 from the atmosphere causes chemical reactions in water bodies. Consequently, the concentration of certain minerals, such as calcium carbonate, decreases. This poses a major threat to marine life and a long-term loss of biodiversity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Respiratory diseases<\/strong>: the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/health-topics\/air-pollution#tab=tab_2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">World Health Organisation <\/a>constantly warns of the consequences of pollution for health. These include lung cancer, heart attacks, heart problems or chronic respiratory diseases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increase in extreme weather events <\/strong>: The <a href=\"https:\/\/papersowl.com\/discover\/wmo-annual-report-highlights-continuous-advance-of-climate-change\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">World Meteorological Organisation <\/a>launched a shocking alert last year. In his report, he claims that GHG concentrations have pushed the planet closer to \u00abuncharted territory.\u00bb<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is the <strong>GHG Protocol<\/strong>. This initiative is part of one of the most promising strategies to combat climate change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_GHG_protocol\"><\/span>What is the GHG protocol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aec.es\/web\/guest\/centro-conocimiento\/ghg-protocol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>Spanish Association for Quality <\/strong><\/a>defines it as \u00abthe most used international tool for the calculation and communication of the Emissions Inventory\u00bb. Its main objective is to determine, measure, recognise and reduce GHG emissions into the atmosphere. To do this, they have developed a methodology in collaboration with institutions, companies and entities from all over the planet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"WRI\/WBCSD Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_urMCfkPdus?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Definition_of_the_GHG_protocol\"><\/span>Definition of the GHG protocol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The GHG Protocol is a methodology that deepens the knowledge of GHG emissions. In this way, both direct and indirect emissions are recorded, in a comprehensive and highly detailed analysis. It should be noted that, in 2019, it <strong>signed an agreement with the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials <\/strong>(PCAF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_exactly_is_the_GHG_Protocol\"><\/span>What exactly is the GHG Protocol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This method was developed by the World Resources Institute and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. It allows to measure the emissions of all greenhouse gases (CO\u2082, CH\u2084, N<sub>2<\/sub>O, HFCs, PFCs and SF\u2086). It pursues five principles that enable its use in companies of all countries and sectors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consistency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transparency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relevance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Precision<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Illustrated video 1: Overview of steps to applying the standard\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jniMPlENvpI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_uses_the_GHG_Protocol\"><\/span>Who uses the GHG Protocol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, <a href=\"https:\/\/ghgprotocol.org\/companies-and-organizations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">92% of Fortune 500 companies <\/a>directly or indirectly use GHG Protocol metrics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding companies, there are four standards that must be met:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Corporate standard<\/strong>: related to the preparation of a GHG emissions inventory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Value chain standard<\/strong>: recognise the impact of production and identify potential decreases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Production Standard:<\/strong> Optimising product lifespans and cycles to advance sustainability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Project standard<\/strong>: propose new projects that allow climate neutrality to be achieved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For its part, it is also applicable to cities and countries. Among them, the signatories of the 2015 Paris Agreement stand out, who must abide by these standards:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mitigation objectives standard <\/strong>: reduce gas expulsions from the local and national levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Policy and Action Standard <\/strong>\u2013 Creating and advocating for public policy that actually enables action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protocol standard for cities <\/strong>: encourage the participation of local and regional entities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Project Standard <\/strong>\u2013 Create innovative projects to mitigate air pollution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Interestingly, it is worth highlighting the latest update of this methodology. According to the organisation, cities must take into account the effect of trees and vegetation in their analysis. Biologically, they emit CO2 as part of their natural growth and development process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"hs-cta-embed hs-cta-simple-placeholder hs-cta-embed-127055042856\"\nstyle=\"width:100%; max-width:1090px;\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com\/web-interactives\/public\/v1\/track\/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLK7Cpj6oStiexMd85zbrQT63jULFljeXgo83Cpzu0IdM5eU67cON8V7POgqQypLlMoytJrdg8tFk3VBndlzwX0cf9Hb17fxH7XbWwCVpcAWO%2FU%3D&#038;webInteractiveContentId=127055042856&#038;portalId=5618409\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"NetZero_EN\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/5618409\/interactive-127055042856.png\" \n\nstyle=\"max-width:100%; height: auto;\"\nonerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" \/>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GHG_Protocol_Scopes\"><\/span>GHG Protocol Scopes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to guarantee that the analysis adjusts to reality, a scope system is defined. This corresponds to the <strong>operational limits of the study <\/strong>(i.e. the type of emissions). It must be remembered that this method is characterised by considering the indirect ones, not only the direct ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scope_1_2_and_3_of_the_GHG_Protocol\"><\/span>Scope 1, 2 and 3 of the GHG Protocol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This classification is divided into three scopes. Companies must quantify, at a minimum, the first two. For its part, the third is left to the choice of each company. The accuracy and relevance of the final report will largely depend on this. Therefore, it can be vital to guarantee the principles that govern this methodology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scope 1 <\/strong>: corresponds to direct GHG emissions &#8211; caused by sources belonging to the business. Also included are those that, although not owned by him, are controlled by him. For example, combustion, the use of vehicles or the manufacture of products.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scope 2 <\/strong>: related to indirect GHG emissions associated with electricity &#8211; caused by the generation of electricity for energy purposes. Likewise, it covers the consumption of this by non-renewable sources, as well as the low efficiency of the devices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scope 3 <\/strong>: the rest of indirect GHG emissions. These are those sources that are not owned or controlled by the company. As examples, collaborating entities or distributors stand out. These can represent <a href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/webinar-net-zero-tackling-scope-3-emissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">between 80 and 97% of an organisation&#8217;s emissions <\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/webinar-net-zero-tackling-scope-3-emissions\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/PYMEs-Sostenibles-y-Caso-de-exito-4-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992\" style=\"width:648px;height:364px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/PYMEs-Sostenibles-y-Caso-de-exito-4-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/PYMEs-Sostenibles-y-Caso-de-exito-4-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/PYMEs-Sostenibles-y-Caso-de-exito-4-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/PYMEs-Sostenibles-y-Caso-de-exito-4-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/PYMEs-Sostenibles-y-Caso-de-exito-4.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Access this webinar:<a href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/resources\/webinar-net-zero-tackling-scope-3-emissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Net zero and tackling scope 3 emissions<\/a><br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_measure_and_report_greenhouse_gas_emissions\"><\/span>How to measure and report greenhouse gas emissions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs <\/strong>(DEFRA) published guidance in 2009. This document, titled <em>Guidance on how to measure and report your greenhouse gas emissions<\/em>, continues to be of large importance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this way, the following points are based on the guidelines that the British Government exposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_points_to_implement_the_GHG_Protocol\"><\/span>Key points to implement the GHG Protocol<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The regulation consists of <strong>seven key points <\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify the activities responsible for emitting GHG.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Separate them according to their scope (1, 2 and 3, according to the GHG Protocol).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quantify scope 1 and 2 emissions (mandatory ones).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collect data analogous to the activities that cause those emissions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Obtain and collect data for 12 consecutive months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process the information by multiplying the activity data by the emission factor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Structure emissions according to the 6 greenhouse gases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, the <strong>GHG Protocol <\/strong>has become an essential tool for the future. In the medium term, a positive impact can be observed in the atmospheric concentrations of gases. Measure the impact of your company and <a href=\"https:\/\/aplanet.org\/campaign\/neutralidad-en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">take climate action<\/a>. 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