Benefits of an Emissions Inventory:

1. Start of the Decarbonization Journey: An emissions inventory is the first step to reducing GHG emissions and aligning with global sustainability targets.
2. Access to New Markets: Meet the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) demands of investors and important commercial partners, ensuring the company’s competitiveness.
3. Regulatory Compliance: Meet the requirements of the CVM (Brazilian Securities and Exchange Commission) and state regulations, such as INEA (RJ), CETESB (SP) and IMASUL (MS), which require greater environmental transparency.

Emissions Inventory Stages:

1. Identification of Emission Sources: Detailed mapping of GHG sources within the organization.
2. Measurement of Emissions: Accurate calculation of emissions generated by each source.
3. Emissions Reporting: Preparation of clear and comprehensive reports detailing emissions.
4. Benchmarking and Recommendations: Comparison with market standards and development of recommendations for reducing emissions.

How an Emissions Inventory Works:

1. Initial Audit: We begin with an audit to understand your operations and collect data.
2. Data Analysis: Use of advanced tools and methodologies to analyze the collected data.
3. Final Report: Production of a detailed and accurate report that serves as a basis for decision-making.
4. Action Plan: We work with your team to develop and implement an effective action plan based on our recommendations.

What is the GHG Protocol? At ekôa, we use the GHG Protocol (The Greenhouse Gas Protocol – A Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard) methodology in our emissions inventories. Developed by the World Resources Institute (WRI) in partnership with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), the GHG Protocol is the most widely used standard for measuring and reporting GHG emissions for scopes 1, 2 and 3. It allows your company to report its emissions credibly and securely, strengthening its ESG performance.

What are Scopes 1, 2 and 3?

• Scope 1: Direct emissions from sources that the company owns or controls, such as vehicles and industrial equipment.
• Scope 2: Indirect emissions from purchased and consumed energy, such as electricity and heating.
• Scope 3: Other indirect emissions along the value chain, including transportation, business travel, and use of products sold.

These scopes help organizations gain a complete overview of their emissions, enabling effective and structured management of their GHG reduction initiatives.