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Your investors want your emissions numbers. Your biggest customers want them too. A regulator may be asking as well.
Meanwhile, your data sits in a spreadsheet with 47 tabs, three versions of the truth, and one person who understands it.
That is exactly the problem GHG Protocol software solves.
This guide explains what this software does, how it handles Scope 1, 2 and 3, which platforms lead the market, and how to pick the right one. It also covers the big changes coming to the GHG Protocol itself, so you can choose a tool that will still work in the years ahead.
Whether you run a small business or a global group, you will leave with a clear plan.
What Is GHG Protocol Software?
GHG Protocol software is a digital tool that helps you measure, manage and report greenhouse gas emissions using the rules of the GHG Protocol.
People also call it GHG accounting software, carbon accounting software, GHG inventory software or a carbon footprint platform. The names differ, but the job is the same.
The tool collects your activity data, such as fuel, electricity, travel and purchases. It then applies emission factors and produces a footprint in tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e).
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The GHG Protocol Is a Standard, Not a Product
The GHG Protocol is a set of accounting rules. It comes from the World Resources Institute and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development.
It does not make software, and it does not certify software. When a vendor says its tool is “GHG Protocol aligned,” that is the vendor’s claim.
Ask for proof. Request methodology documents, audit references and examples of customers who passed assurance using the tool.
What the Software Actually Does
A good platform handles the whole reporting cycle:
- Collects data from utility bills, fuel cards, ERP systems, travel tools and supplier surveys
- Applies emission factors from trusted databases
- Calculates Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions
- Stores evidence so an auditor can trace every number
- Produces reports for frameworks such as CSRD, IFRS S2, CDP and California climate laws
- Tracks targets and models reduction plans
Why GHG Protocol Software Matters More Than Ever
Five years ago, most companies reported emissions voluntarily. That has changed fast.
Many of the world’s major disclosure rules now point back to the GHG Protocol. If you cannot show clean, traceable numbers, you carry real risk.
| Driver | What it asks for | How it links to the GHG Protocol |
|---|---|---|
| ISSB (IFRS S2) | Scope 1, 2 and 3 disclosure | Requires measurement using the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, unless a local rule says otherwise |
| EU CSRD and ESRS | Climate disclosure for large companies | Aligns with the GHG Protocol and its scope structure |
| California SB 253 | Annual Scope 1 and 2, then Scope 3, for large companies doing business in the state | Requires the GHG Protocol standards |
| SBTi targets | Science-based reduction targets | Uses GHG Protocol methods for baselines and progress |
| CDP | Voluntary environmental disclosure | Expects GHG Protocol based inventories |
| Customer and investor requests | Supplier emissions data | Usually follow the GHG Protocol categories |
The Rules Keep Moving
The EU has narrowed CSRD to the largest companies. The current threshold sits at more than 1,000 employees and more than 450 million euros in turnover, and the reporting standards have been simplified.
That sounds like relief. In practice, smaller suppliers still get data requests from big buyers.
California’s law applies to companies with over 1 billion dollars in revenue that do business in the state. Regulators have adjusted the first deadline and the details more than once, so check the latest guidance before you plan.
Other regions are moving too. Many countries are adopting or aligning with ISSB standards, and each one expects a credible GHG inventory.
The message is simple. Emissions data now needs the discipline of financial data. Spreadsheets struggle to deliver that.
Scope 1, 2 and 3: A Quick Refresher
The software is built around the three scopes. You need to understand them to judge any tool.
| Scope | What it covers | Typical examples | Typical data source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources you own or control | Boilers, company vehicles, furnaces, refrigerant leaks | Fuel invoices, fleet cards, maintenance logs |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased energy | Electricity, steam, heating, cooling | Utility bills, meter data, energy contracts |
| Scope 3 | All other indirect emissions in your value chain | Purchased goods, travel, shipping, product use | Spend data, supplier data, logistics data |
The GHG Protocol covers seven greenhouse gases. These are carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, HFCs, PFCs, sulfur hexafluoride and nitrogen trifluoride.
Software converts them all into CO2e using global warming potential values from the IPCC.
Scope 1: Direct Emissions
Scope 1 is usually the easiest. You burn something or leak something, and you measure it.
Good software handles stationary combustion, mobile combustion, process emissions and fugitive emissions such as refrigerants.
Scope 2: Location-Based and Market-Based
The GHG Protocol asks you to report Scope 2 in two ways.
- Location-based: uses the average emissions of the local grid
- Market-based: reflects your energy contracts and certificates, such as renewable energy certificates or power purchase agreements
Your software must calculate both and keep them separate. This is a basic test of quality.
Scope 3: The 15 Categories
Scope 3 is the hardest part. For many companies it is also the largest, often well over half of the total footprint.
The GHG Protocol splits it into 15 categories.
| Direction | Categories |
|---|---|
| Upstream | 1 Purchased goods and services, 2 Capital goods, 3 Fuel and energy related activities, 4 Upstream transportation and distribution, 5 Waste generated in operations, 6 Business travel, 7 Employee commuting, 8 Upstream leased assets |
| Downstream | 9 Downstream transportation and distribution, 10 Processing of sold products, 11 Use of sold products, 12 End-of-life treatment of sold products, 13 Downstream leased assets, 14 Franchises, 15 Investments |
Not every category applies to every company. Your software should help you screen them and focus on the ones that matter.
Core Features of Good GHG Protocol Software
Marketing pages all sound alike. Use this table to cut through the noise.
| Feature | Why it matters | What to look for |
|---|---|---|
| Organizational boundary setup | Decides which entities count | Support for equity share, financial control and operational control |
| Data connectors | Cuts manual entry | Links to ERP, accounting, HR, travel and utility data |
| Emission factor library | Drives accuracy | Trusted sources, version history, regional factors |
| Scope 2 dual reporting | Required by the standard | Both methods, with residual mix support |
| Scope 3 methods | Handles data gaps | Spend-based, average-data and supplier-specific options |
| Audit trail | Passes assurance | Every number links to its source file and factor |
| Base year and recalculation | Tracks real progress | Rules for acquisitions, methodology changes and errors |
| Reporting templates | Saves time | CSRD, ISSB, CDP, California, GRI and local frameworks |
| Supplier engagement | Improves Scope 3 quality | Surveys, data requests and portals |
| Target and scenario tools | Supports reduction | SBTi aligned pathways and what-if models |
| User roles and approvals | Controls risk | Review workflows and permission levels |
| Data export and API | Avoids lock-in | Clean exports and open integration |
Features That Sound Great but Matter Less
Beautiful dashboards help, but they do not pass an audit. Put audit trail, data quality and methodology at the top of your list.
Be careful with instant “AI footprints.” AI can speed up data cleaning and mapping. It cannot replace evidence.
Types of GHG Protocol Software
Not all tools serve the same buyer. Start by finding your category.
| Type | Best for | Strengths | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spreadsheets and free calculators | Very small teams, first estimates | Free, flexible | Error prone, weak audit trail, hard to scale |
| Dedicated carbon accounting platforms | Most mid-size and large companies | Purpose built, strong Scope 3 and reporting | Quote based pricing, setup effort |
| ESG and disclosure suites | Teams reporting across many topics | One system for carbon, social and governance data | Carbon depth varies |
| ERP and enterprise suites | Companies already on a large vendor stack | Native data links | Can be heavy and less flexible |
| EHS heritage platforms | Industrial firms with site data | Strong on facility and compliance data | Scope 3 may be less advanced |
| Carbon calculation APIs | Product teams and developers | Embed emissions data in your own apps | Not a full reporting tool |
| Software plus consulting | Teams with little in-house expertise | Expert guidance with the tool | Higher cost |
Leading GHG Protocol Software Tools Compared
The market moves quickly. Vendors merge, launch features and change focus.
Use the list below as a starting point, then verify current features in a live demo. Independent analyst reports from firms such as Verdantix and IDC, and the Gartner market guide, can help you compare.
| Platform | Best for | Standout strength | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watershed | Large enterprises | Deep Scope 3 work and reduction planning | Enterprise pricing and setup effort |
| Persefoni | Finance led teams and financial institutions | Audit ready ledger approach, financed emissions support | May feel heavy for small teams |
| Sweep | Distributed organizations | Collaboration across sites and suppliers | Needs clear internal data owners |
| Normative | Mid-size and large companies | Automated Scope 3 from accounting data | Spend-based results need refinement over time |
| Plan A | European mid-market | Reduction roadmaps and EU focus | Check current ownership and product direction |
| Greenly | Small and mid-size businesses | Easy start and guided process | May lack depth for complex groups |
| Microsoft Sustainability Manager | Microsoft based organizations | Fits the Azure and Power Platform stack | Needs technical set up |
| SAP Sustainability solutions | SAP based enterprises | Native ERP data links | Best inside the SAP ecosystem |
| Salesforce Net Zero Cloud | Salesforce based organizations | Works with existing CRM data | Less specialized than pure carbon tools |
| IBM Envizi | Large, multi-site portfolios | Strong energy and facility data handling | Complex rollout |
| Workiva | Teams linking ESG to financial reporting | Strong disclosure and control workflows | Carbon calculation depth varies by setup |
| Sphera, Enablon, Cority | Industrial and EHS focused firms | Site level compliance data | Scope 3 depth varies |
| Climatiq | Developers | Emission factor API for custom apps | Not an out-of-the-box reporting tool |
How to Read This Table
No platform wins for everyone. The best tool for a 40-person software company differs from the best tool for a global manufacturer.
Treat vendor rankings with care. Many “best of” lists come from vendors themselves.
Free GHG Protocol Tools Worth Knowing
You can start without paying. These options help you build a first estimate:
- GHG Protocol calculation tools: spreadsheet based tools for common sources, available on the GHG Protocol website
- Government emission factor sets: for example the UK government conversion factors and US EPA emission factor hubs
- EPA Simplified GHG Emissions Calculator: a basic tool for small organizations in the United States
- Starter plans from vendors: several carbon platforms offer free or low-cost entry tiers for small businesses
Free tools suit learning and early baselines. They rarely suit assurance or complex reporting.
How GHG Protocol Software Calculates Scope 1
The basic formula is simple:
Emissions = Activity data x Emission factor
Here is an illustrative example. A company burns 10,000 litres of diesel in its fleet. Diesel produces roughly 2.7 kg of CO2e per litre.
10,000 litres x 2.7 kg = 27,000 kg, or about 27 tonnes CO2e.
Step-by-Step Scope 1 Workflow in Software
- Set your boundary. Choose equity share, financial control or operational control.
- List your sources. Include fleet, boilers, generators, process emissions and refrigerants.
- Upload activity data. Use fuel invoices, fleet card exports or meter readings.
- Match emission factors. The tool picks the right factor by fuel, region and unit.
- Review exceptions. Fix missing months, odd units and outliers.
- Lock and report. Approve the data and generate the output.
Common Scope 1 Traps
- Missing refrigerant top-ups, which carry a high warming impact
- Mixing units, such as litres and gallons
- Forgetting leased vehicles that you operate
- Leaving out small sites that add up together
How GHG Protocol Software Handles Scope 2
Scope 2 looks easy because you have electricity bills. The tricky part is the dual reporting rule.
Here is an illustrative example. An office uses 500,000 kWh of electricity. The local grid factor is 0.40 kg CO2e per kWh.
Location-based result: 500,000 x 0.40 = 200,000 kg, or 200 tonnes CO2e.
Now suppose the company buys certificates for 300,000 kWh of renewable power. The remaining 200,000 kWh uses a residual mix factor of 0.45 kg per kWh.
Market-based result: 200,000 x 0.45 = 90,000 kg, or 90 tonnes CO2e, plus the emissions attached to the certified supply, which are zero or low.
The two results differ, and both belong in your report.
What to Check in a Scope 2 Tool
- Does it hold both methods side by side?
- Does it store contract and certificate details?
- Does it use residual mix factors where they exist?
- Can it handle hourly or sub-annual data, if you have it?
- Does it track certificate retirement to prevent double counting?
That last point matters because the GHG Protocol is reviewing Scope 2 rules, as the next sections explain.
How GHG Protocol Software Handles Scope 3
This is where software earns its fee. Scope 3 pulls data from many teams and many suppliers.
Most companies cannot get perfect data on day one. Good tools let you start with estimates and improve over time.
The Four Calculation Methods
| Method | How it works | Data quality | Effort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supplier-specific | Uses emissions data from your supplier | Highest | High |
| Hybrid | Mixes supplier data with estimates | High | Medium to high |
| Average-data | Uses physical quantities x average factors | Medium | Medium |
| Spend-based | Uses money spent x factors per currency unit | Lowest | Low |
Here is an illustrative spend-based example. A company spends 2 million dollars on packaging. The tool applies an average factor of 0.35 kg CO2e per dollar.
2,000,000 x 0.35 = 700,000 kg, or 700 tonnes CO2e.
That is a fast estimate. It is also a blunt one, because switching to a greener supplier does not change the result unless the spend changes.
Step-by-Step Scope 3 Workflow
- Screen all 15 categories. Rank them by likely size and relevance.
- Start with spend data. Pull from your accounting system and map spend to categories.
- Find the hotspots. A few suppliers or product lines usually drive most emissions.
- Upgrade data for hotspots. Request supplier data or use physical quantities.
- Document assumptions. Record why you excluded anything.
- Repeat every cycle. Improve quality each year.
Features That Help Scope 3 Most
- Spend mapping that links your chart of accounts to categories
- Supplier portals that collect primary data
- Product carbon footprint tools for companies with physical products
- Data quality scoring that shows where estimates are weak
- Allocation logic for shared emissions
The GHG Protocol’s Scope 3 revision aims to push companies toward better data and clearer rules. The next sections cover it.
Data Quality, Emission Factors and Audit Trails
Software is only as good as the data inside it. Three things decide whether your numbers hold up.
1. Emission Factors
Factors convert activity into emissions. Reputable sources include government datasets, the IEA for electricity, IPCC defaults and life cycle databases such as ecoinvent.
Ask which factors the tool uses and how often they update. Make sure it keeps old versions for past reports.
2. Data Quality
Look for a data quality score on every line. Primary data from suppliers beats spend-based estimates.
3. Audit Trail
An auditor will pick a number and ask where it came from. Your software should show the invoice, the factor, the formula and who approved it in a few clicks.
Assurance requirements are rising across several regimes. Limited assurance is already common, and some rules point toward stronger assurance over time. Build for audit now.
How to Choose the Right GHG Protocol Software
Follow these steps. They save months of confusion.
Step 1: Define Your Reporting Drivers
List every framework you must meet. Examples include CSRD, IFRS S2 based local rules, California laws, CDP, customer scorecards and SBTi.
Step 2: Map Your Footprint
Do a rough screening first. Know whether your emissions come mainly from fuel, electricity or the value chain.
A logistics company needs strong fleet and transport features. A retailer needs strong purchased goods and product data.
Step 3: Check Your Systems
List your ERP, accounting, HR and travel tools. Prefer software that connects to them.
Step 4: Count Users and Entities
Some tools charge by entity, site or data volume. Know your numbers before you ask for quotes.
Step 5: Run a Real Demo
Send your own sample data. Ask the vendor to process it live. Watch how they handle messy files.
Step 6: Ask the Right Questions
| Area | Question to ask |
|---|---|
| Methodology | Can I see your full methodology documents? |
| Assurance | Which customers passed external assurance using your tool? |
| Updates | How fast do you update for GHG Protocol and regulatory changes? |
| Scope 2 | How do you handle hourly matching and market boundaries if the rules change? |
| Scope 3 | Which categories do you cover with primary data options? |
| Data | Can I export all my data at any time? |
| Support | Do I get a named expert or only a help desk? |
| Security | Where is my data hosted and who can access it? |
Step 7: Compare Total Cost
Look beyond the licence fee. Include setup, consulting, extra modules, supplier portal fees and internal time.
What Does GHG Protocol Software Cost?
Most vendors do not publish prices. They quote based on your situation.
Costs usually rise with company size, number of entities, data volume, modules and support level. Small business plans sit at the low end, while enterprise contracts can run much higher.
| Cost driver | Why it changes the price |
|---|---|
| Number of entities or sites | More data and more setup |
| Scope 3 depth | Supplier engagement and product footprints cost more |
| Reporting modules | Each framework may add cost |
| Integrations | ERP and data feeds need work |
| Support and advisory | Expert help adds to the fee |
| Assurance support | Audit-ready features may sit in higher tiers |
A practical tip: ask for a multi-year quote and a clear price for adding modules later. Surprise upgrades cause the most pain.
A 90-Day Implementation Roadmap
Buying the tool is the easy part. Here is how to launch it well.
| Phase | Timing | Key actions |
|---|---|---|
| Plan | Weeks 1 to 2 | Set the boundary, pick a base year, name data owners |
| Connect | Weeks 3 to 5 | Load Scope 1 and 2 data, link systems, test factors |
| Estimate | Weeks 6 to 9 | Run Scope 3 screening, map spend, find hotspots |
| Review | Weeks 10 to 11 | Check data quality, document assumptions, fix gaps |
| Report | Week 12 | Generate outputs, brief leadership, plan upgrades |
Real-World Style Examples
These are illustrative scenarios, not named companies.
A mid-size manufacturer. It starts with Scope 1 and 2 from plant data. The tool shows that purchased raw materials make up most of the footprint. The team then requests supplier data for its top ten materials.
A software company. Its Scope 1 is tiny. Cloud hosting, purchased services and employee commuting dominate. A spend-based tool linked to accounting gives a fast baseline.
A global retailer. It uses an enterprise platform with supplier portals. Purchased goods and product use drive the numbers, so product-level data becomes the main priority.
Upcoming GHG Protocol Changes and What They Mean for Your Software
The GHG Protocol is going through its biggest update in many years. It touches the Corporate Standard, Scope 2 Guidance and Scope 3 Standard.
Your software choice should survive these changes. Here is where things stand.
| Area | What is happening | What it means for software |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 2 | Public consultation has taken place. Proposals keep dual reporting and add stricter time matching and market boundaries for certificates | Tools need hourly data support and better certificate tracking |
| Scope 3 | A working progress update has been published, with a fuller public consultation draft to follow | Expect tighter category rules and more demand for primary data |
| Corporate Standard | Being consolidated, with a joint approach with ISO | Expect one combined rulebook and updated reporting logic |
| Land sector and removals | A new standard has been published for land-related emissions and removals | Relevant to agriculture, forestry and food companies |
| Product level standards | The GHG Protocol and ISO are working together on product footprints | Product carbon footprint features will grow in importance |
Why Scope 2 Is the Change to Watch
Today, many companies match annual electricity use with annual certificates. The proposal moves toward matching by the hour and within the same grid region.
That could change how companies claim renewable electricity. A company using solar certificates alone may no longer claim zero emissions for night-time use.
Proposals also include transition measures, such as legacy treatment for existing long-term contracts. The details may still change before the final standard.
What to Do Now
- Ask vendors about their roadmap. Good vendors already support interval meter data and hourly grid factors.
- Do not claim rules are final. Describe proposals as proposals until the GHG Protocol publishes the final standards.
- Keep raw data. Store meter data and contract files, not only annual totals.
- Plan for restatements. Choose a tool with strong base year recalculation features.
- Check official sources. Timelines shift, so review the GHG Protocol website before you plan budgets.
Common Mistakes When Using GHG Protocol Software
Most problems come from process, not technology. Avoid these traps.
| Mistake | Why it hurts | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Buying before scoping | You pay for features you never use | Do a rough screening first |
| Skipping the boundary decision | Numbers change between years | Document your approach early |
| Relying only on spend data | You cannot see the effect of real reductions | Upgrade hotspot data over time |
| Ignoring data owners | Data arrives late or wrong | Assign owners in each team |
| Treating the tool as the report | Software does not explain context | Add narrative and review |
| Forgetting the base year policy | Progress looks false after acquisitions | Set recalculation rules |
| Mixing methods across years | Trends become meaningless | Record every method change |
| Assuming AI output is right | Errors slip through | Review samples and keep evidence |
Which GHG Protocol Software Fits Your Company?
Use this guide as a quick filter.
| Your situation | What to prioritize | Tool types to explore |
|---|---|---|
| Small business, first inventory | Simplicity and low cost | Free calculators, starter plans from guided platforms |
| Growing company with investor or customer requests | Fast set up and clear reports | Mid-market carbon platforms |
| Large multinational | Scale, audit trail, many entities | Enterprise carbon platforms and suites |
| Company on a major ERP | Native data links | ERP based sustainability modules |
| Financial institution | Financed emissions and portfolio data | Platforms with financed emissions features |
| Industrial or heavy site operator | Site level data and compliance | EHS heritage platforms and enterprise tools |
| Product company | Product carbon footprints | Platforms with life cycle features |
| Developer or app builder | Flexible data access | Emission factor APIs |
Not Required to Report? You Still Need the Data
Many smaller firms sit below legal thresholds. Even so, large customers pass down requests, and banks ask about emissions in lending reviews.
A simple, well-kept inventory gives you an edge in tenders. It also helps you spot cost savings, since less fuel and energy means lower bills.
Where GHG Protocol Software Is Heading
The category keeps evolving. Watch these trends.
- Audit-grade accounting. Vendors now compete on traceability and controls, much like financial software.
- AI assisted data work. AI helps read invoices, map spend and suggest factors. Humans still need to verify results.
- Supplier data exchange. Tools increasingly share primary data between buyers and suppliers.
- Product carbon footprints. Companies want emissions per product, not only per company.
- Hourly energy accounting. Scope 2 changes will push more granular electricity data.
- Better links to finance. Emissions data increasingly sits next to financial data in reporting workflows.
- Platform consolidation. Vendors keep merging and expanding, so check roadmaps and ownership.
Quick Buyer Checklist
Before you sign, confirm these points:
- The tool supports all three scopes and all 15 Scope 3 categories
- Scope 2 shows both location-based and market-based results
- Every number links to source evidence
- Emission factors are named, versioned and updated
- The vendor explains how it handles GHG Protocol revisions
- You can export your data at any time
- The tool covers the reporting frameworks you actually need
- A reference customer has passed assurance using it
- Pricing for extra modules is clear in writing
- Your team can run it without constant vendor help
Conclusion: Choose GHG Protocol Software That Grows With You
GHG Protocol software turns scattered data into numbers you can defend. It saves time, cuts errors and prepares you for audits.
Start with your reporting drivers and your biggest emission sources. Then match them to the right type of tool, from a free calculator to an enterprise platform.
Remember the basics. Scope 1 needs clean fuel data. Scope 2 needs both methods. Scope 3 needs a smart plan that starts with estimates and improves over time.
Also look ahead. The GHG Protocol is revising its rules, so pick a vendor that explains its roadmap clearly and stores your raw data properly.
The best tool is not the most famous one. It is the one your team will actually use, and your auditor will actually trust.
Take one step this week. List your reporting requirements, and request a live demo with your own data.
FAQ: GHG Protocol Software
What is GHG Protocol software?
It is software that calculates and reports greenhouse gas emissions using the GHG Protocol rules. It covers Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 and usually produces reports for major disclosure frameworks.
Is there official GHG Protocol certified software?
No. The GHG Protocol sets the standard but does not certify software. Vendors describe their tools as aligned with the standard, so ask for methodology documents and customer proof.
What is the best GHG Protocol software?
It depends on your size, industry and systems. Large enterprises often look at enterprise carbon platforms. Smaller firms often prefer guided tools with simpler set up. Always test with your own data.
Is there free GHG Protocol software?
Yes. The GHG Protocol offers free calculation tools, and government agencies publish emission factors and basic calculators. Some vendors also offer free or low-cost starter tiers. Free options suit early estimates more than formal assurance.
How much does GHG Protocol software cost?
Most vendors quote based on company size, entities, modules and support. Small business plans cost far less than enterprise contracts. Ask for full pricing, including setup and add-on modules.
Can GHG Protocol software calculate Scope 3 emissions?
Yes, most leading platforms do. They usually offer spend-based, average-data and supplier-specific methods across the 15 categories. Check how deeply each tool supports primary supplier data.
Do I need software for GHG Protocol reporting?
Not always. A very small business can start with spreadsheets. Once you have many sites, suppliers or reporting duties, software saves time and improves accuracy and audit readiness.
What is the difference between GHG accounting software and ESG software?
GHG accounting software focuses on emissions and carbon data. ESG software covers wider topics such as social and governance metrics. Some platforms do both, but carbon depth varies.
Which reporting frameworks use the GHG Protocol?
IFRS S2, the European sustainability reporting standards, California climate disclosure laws, CDP and the Science Based Targets initiative all rely on GHG Protocol methods or align with them.
Will the GHG Protocol changes make my current software outdated?
Not if your vendor keeps pace. Ask how quickly it updates methods, supports hourly data and handles base year recalculation. Keep your raw data so you can recalculate when the rules change.
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