Scope 1
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Scope 1 refers to the direct greenhouse gas emissions that are produced from sources that are owned or controlled by a company. These emissions occur from activities such as burning fossil fuels for heating, cooling, and transportation, and from processes such as manufacturing and production.
Examples of Scope 1 emissions sources include combustion of natural gas, oil or coal in boilers or furnaces, on-site transportation vehicles, and chemical production processes.
ESG reporting frameworks require companies to report on their Scope 1 emissions in addition to their indirect emissions from purchased electricity, heating, and cooling () and indirect emissions from sources such as purchased goods and services, transportation and distribution, and waste generated in the supply chain ().
Reporting on Scope 1 emissions is an important indicator of a company's environmental impact and its contribution to climate change. It allows companies to understand their carbon footprint, set targets for reducing emissions, and implement measures to improve their environmental performance.
