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Guidance on how to measure and report your greenhouse gas emissions, 2009

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Summary

This report explains how to measure greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and set targets to reduce them. It is intended for all sizes of business and for public and voluntary sector organisations. There are direct benefits to organisations from measuring and reporting as they will benefit from lower energy and resource costs, a better understanding of their exposure to the risks of climate change and a demonstration of leadership which will help strengthen their green credentials in an increasingly environmentally conscious marketplace. A number of organisations are seeking information from their suppliers on greenhouse gas emissions and so many small businesses will increasingly be expected to measure and report on their emissions. Organisations which use this guidance to measure and report are not required to submit reports nor otherwise make the data available to government.

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Issuer

United Kingdom

Year

2009

Region

Europe

Issuer (type)

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (defra); Department of Energy & Climate Change (Government)

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary


Main industries targeted
  • Real Estate, Rental & Leasing
  • Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
  • Finance & Insurance
  • Transportation & Warehousing
Restrictiveness

Low

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  • SDG 13: Climate Action

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