Your carbon reporting compass
Steps to getting started
As global norms solidify, preparing now not only puts you ahead of current reporting standards, but supports our shared future. To get started with carbon reporting, here’s a simple framework.
Begin by understanding and acknowledging the significant role business travel plays within Scope 3 emissions. Ensure your carbon reporting team is on the same page.
Dive into the data. Decide on standards and methodologies. Evaluate the carbon footprint of your travel program and disseminate this information.
Lay down concrete carbon reduction objectives aimed at curtailing travel-associated emissions.
Consider how the emissions from travel fit into your organization's overarching ESG blueprint. It’s not an isolated effort; it’s part of a cohesive plan.
As with any venture, there will be challenges. Formulate robust strategies to address potential hurdles or bottlenecks related to business travel emissions.
Environmental endeavors often have financial implications. Integrate any foreseeable costs tied to travel emissions into your financial roadmaps and strategies.
Adopt a policy of openness. Whether it's your methodology, data sources, or calculation techniques, ensure stakeholders have a clear window into your processes.
The journey doesn't end once targets are set. Make a point to periodically assess your progress against benchmarks, adjusting strategies as and when required.
Now that you have a roadmap for your climate reporting journey, let's delve deeper into one crucial aspect - carbon emissions. Understanding the intricacies of emissions from business travel can be an eye-opener and forms the backbone of your sustainability narrative.
