Leadership

How to Address Scope 3 Emissions

This course provides essential knowledge on Scope 3 emissions, covering calculation complexities, common challenges, best practices for measurement and reporting, immediate actions for implementation, and the transformative benefits of accurate Scope 3 emissions management.

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Self-paced

Online learning

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Eco-literacy assessment

CPD credits

Employee surveys

Scope 3

Scope 3 Emissions

ESG

Overview

Discover how to effectively manage and improve Scope 3 emissions in this 1-hour course, designed to enhance sustainability practices and ESG performance.

Participants will learn actionable strategies for calculating, reporting, and verifying Scope 3 emissions, ensuring transparency and alignment with global standards.

By mastering these practices, businesses can unlock cost savings, strengthen stakeholder trust, and drive meaningful progress towards achieving sustainability goals and enhancing corporate reputation.

Assessment Criteria

The assessment takes approximately 10 minutes and is graded by percentage. There are 10 multiple choice questions (MCQs) upon completion of four lessons. The certification criteria is 40%, and learners may retake the assessment.

SDG's

Business Value

As Scope 3 emissions usually account for more than 70% of a business's carbon footprint.

Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will have a strong understanding of:

The foundational principles of Scope 3 emissions and their importance in comprehensive sustainability strategies.

The complexities involved in calculating Scope 3 emissions and identifying and addressing common challenges.

Best practices for measuring, reporting, and verifying Scope 3 emissions data to drive continuous improvement and transparency.

Actionable plans to improve Scope 3 emissions calculations within their organisations, aligning with global sustainability targets and enhancing ESG scores.

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Course Breakdown

sections

duration

An Introduction to Scope 3 Emissions

Explore the significance of Scope 3 emissions, their categories, and the impact on overall carbon footprint calculations.

Actionable Outcome:

Develop a Scope 3 emissions identification framework tailored to your organisation's specific operations and supply chain.

lessons to complete

min

Section duration

Navigating Complexity

Understand the complexities involved in Scope 3 emissions calculations, including data collection challenges and methodology selection.

Actionable Outcome:

Conduct a risk analysis of Scope 3 emissions within your company, identifying key areas for improvement and mitigation strategies.

lessons to complete

min

Section duration

Measurement, Reporting, and Verification of Scope 3 Emissions

Learn best practices for accurate measurement, transparent reporting, and independent verification of Scope 3 emissions data.

Actionable Outcome:

Establish a robust process for ongoing Scope 3 emissions reporting and verification, ensuring data integrity and compliance with reporting standards.

lessons to complete

min

Section duration

Benefits of Improving Scope 3 Emissions Calculations

Discover the strategic advantages of enhancing Scope 3 emissions calculations, including cost savings, enhanced stakeholder trust, and alignment with global sustainability initiatives.

Actionable Outcome:

Develop a business case presentation highlighting the transformative benefits of improved Scope 3 emissions management for internal stakeholders, emphasising sustainability gains and ESG score improvements.

lessons to complete

min

Section duration

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What people are saying

Áine Higgins

Head, ESG and Sustainability

"NTR had the pleasure of working with the Vyra Team. The training was engaging, beautifully presented, and prompted participants to consider what they could do to help the biodiversity challenge. The structure of the training made it easy for all to fit into busy schedules."

Jan 2024

Sean O’Connell

Event Operations Executive

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Mar 2023

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Jun 2023

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Nov 2022