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GHG Protocol: The Backbone of Your Carbon Strategy

Written by Julia Jadin | Jul 17, 2025 3:38:33 PM

Did you know that most major companies use the GHG Protocol to measure their greenhouse gas emissions? But what exactly is it, and how does it work?

The 3 Scopes explained simply:

  • 💨 Scope 1: Direct emissions produced directly by your organization (e.g., combustion in your vehicles or boilers).

  • 📈 Scope 2: Indirect emissions from the energy you purchase (e.g., electricity, heat, steam).

  • 🔄 Scope 3: Other indirect emissions throughout your value chain (e.g., transport, suppliers, product use by your customers).

Why Adopt the GHG Protocol?

Implementing the GHG Protocol, with the right strategic support, transforms compliance into performance:

  1. Credibility: An internationally recognized standard, it builds trust and enhances your reputation.

  2. Clarity: Gain precise insights into your emissions to identify key reduction levers and optimize your operations.

  3. Alignment: It forms a solid foundation for setting ambitious Science-Based Targets (SBTi) and confidently meeting CSRD requirements, turning obligations into innovation drivers.

At AJ Act Justly, we translate the GHG Protocol's framework into concrete action for your business. Through tailored analyses and expert educational trainings, we empower you to integrate these principles seamlessly into your sustainable strategy. We collaborate closely to ensure you achieve not just compliance, but a clear, measurable strategic advantage.

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