GreenHouse Gas Protocol and organization's climate impact - Scope 1-2

INTRODUCTION TO THE GREENHOUSE GAS PROTOCOL AND CALCULATION OF YOUR ORGANIZATION'S CLIMATE IMPACT - SCOPE 1-2

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The European Climate Law sets a binding target to achieve greenhouse gas neutrality by 2050. In line with this, companies must comply with the provisions of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which are supported by the EU taxonomy. From 2024, companies must report their greenhouse gas emissions along their entire value chain, i.e. Scope 1, 2 and 3.

This course will enable you to understand the impact of greenhouse gas emissions and recognize the importance of regular reporting on them. It will also familiarize you with the terminology, key concepts and issues so that you can allocate the necessary resources to manage and improve your approach to calculating greenhouse gas emissions.

What are the objectives of the course "Introduction to the GreenHouse Gas Protocol and calculating the climate impact of your organization - Scope 1-2"?

Participants of this course will be able to:

  • Understand the significance of CO2/ GHG emissions and their impacts.
  • Identify different greenhouse gases and internationally recognized standards (ISO 14064-1 and WBCSD/WRI Organizational GHG Protocol).
  • Identify the areas in the organization's activities that contribute to GHG emissions.
  • Use standardized measures, emission factors and calculate Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
  • Consider data governance and quality issues, reporting and understand the importance of third party verification.

In addition, you will be introduced to:

  • GHG calculations and climate change
  • Topics, sources and limits
  • Calculation of your company's CO2 footprint (GHG inventory)
  • Continuous reporting and verification

DATE
22. April 2026

DURATION
1 Day

LOCATION
virtual

LANGUAGE
English

PRICE
CHF 700

Who is this course for?

The training is aimed at managers in manufacturing, the service sector, private companies and public administrations. It is ideal for environmental and sustainability managers/coordinators, analysts, consultants and others interested in GHG emissions and ISO 14064-1.

The training does not require any prior knowledge.

Note: This training programme is offered in cooperation with another Bureau Veritas branch.

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