Carbon accounting (also called greenhouse gas accounting ) is the process of measuring, recording, and reporting the amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions an organization, project, or product produces — and sometimes removes or offsets. It’s a key tool in sustainability management and climate change mitigation , helping businesses understand and reduce their environmental impact. Purpose of Carbon Accounting To quantify emissions linked

Category Scope 1 Emissions Scope 2 Emissions Definition Direct greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from sources that are owned or controlled by the organization. Indirect GHG emissions from the generation of purchased energy (mainly electricity, steam, heating, or cooling) consumed by the organization. Source of Emission Occur directly from organization-operated facilities, assets, or vehicles. Occur at the utility provider’s site (where electricity or energy is generated), n