The first step for reducing emissions is to measure and understand them. We suggest that our suppliers measure their carbon footprint as an immediate first step. This will help you see understand your impact and prioritize your reduction actions. We recommend that suppliers initially measure scope 1 and 2 emissions as clearly possible, and measure scope 3 in a general but efficient way which you can refine and improve each year.

Suggested resources:

GHG Protocol The international standard for GHG accounting.

Normative CO₂ calculatorIf you don’t already measure your emissions, you can make a fast start with the Normative calculator. It’s free and user friendly (registration required). This can give you a quick idea of your emissions while you work on a more detailed measurement

We suggest that you align your CO₂ reduction plan with a business strategy for competing in the low carbon economy and put in place a reduction roadmap that is coherent with your daily operations. If your CO₂ reduction and your business strategy are mutually reinforcing, it can be a powerful driver of change.

Suggested resources:

1.5° Playbook A clear methodology supported by many practical examples.

A Guide to Using Carbon Offsets  Net Zero Strategies are based on the idea of reducing emissions as much as possible, and then investing in projects to help neutralize any remaining emissions.  The priority will always be to reduce emissions, but contributing to climate-positive projects can also have an important impact and can help companies during the decarbonization process.

Setting ambitious targets is key for ensuring that your business is  aligned with the effort to limit global warming to less than 1.5º C. We encourage you to set science-based targets by adhering to the SBT initiative.

Suggested resources:

The Science Based Targets Initiative The most widely recognized international platform for setting and publishing CO₂ reduction targets.

SME Climate Hub Tools including training and target setting guidance for smaller organizations.

We suggest that you report your emissions proactively and transparently. Managing emissions, reducing emissions, and sharing emissions data can make your products and services more attractive to your customers.

Suggested resources:

Carbon Disclosure Project The most commonly used platform for large companies to disclose their CO₂ data.

L’Oficina Catalana del Canvi Climàtic Strong resources and a data sharing platform for Catalan organizations.

MITECO A measurement, reduction and offsetting certification program run by the Spanish Government’s Ministry of Ecology.