A new business challenge: Scope 3 emissions
We are sure you already know that we are in a climate crisis caused mainly by our GHG emissions. But have you ever heard about Scopes, and more specifically, about Scope 3 emissions? In this post, we explain the basics and the first steps you can take to start measuring and managing them.Â
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🌱 What are Scope 3 emissions?Â
Most of the companies use the GHG Corporate Protocol guide to calculate their greenhouse gas emissions. According to it, the emissions are classified in Scopes 1,2,3 and are the basis for GHG reporting.Â
- Scope 1 covers the direct emissions from company facilities and vehiclesÂ
- Scope 2 covers the indirect emissions coming from purchased electricity, heat and steamÂ
- Scope 3 covers the rest of the indirect emissions (coming from business travel, purchased goods and services, waste disposal, use of sold products, investment, transportation and distribution…)Â
In short, Scope 3 emissions are the indirect GHG emissions that occur in a company’s supply chain.Â
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Who We Are: Fifty Shades Greener
Sustainability with a side of sass!
At Fifty Shades Greener, we’re not your typical sustainability crowd. Here, green isn’t just a color; it’s a lifestyle, and we live it with a bit of cheek and a lot of heart. Our team, a quirky blend of lifelong greenies, seasoned educators, and fresh innovators, believes that every little bit helps and that education is the cornerstone of sustainable change. Born from a simple idea in a hotel’s green team meeting, we've grown into a vibrant community passionate about turning the hospitality world a shade greener. We think greenwashing is as outdated as last season's fashion and are here to ensure sustainability is as authentic as it is actionable. From the early days in Doolin to the bustling workshops of today, our journey has been about making sustainability accessible, understandable, and, dare we say, fun. We don't just throw jargon around; we break it down with practical advice and real-world actions that everyone, from hotel managers to cafe owners, can take. So, whether you’re looking to start your green journey or you're trying to make your business a beacon of sustainability, we’ve got the know-how and the can-do attitude to help you make it happen. And while we’re serious about what we do, we believe a little humor goes a long way. After all, if you can’t have a laugh while saving the planet, when can you? Join us as we continue to write our story, one green step at a time. Here’s to making sustainability not just a necessity, but a norm. Ready to add a little green to your scene? Dive in—the water’s fine, and it’s getting greener by the minute!
