Scope 1: Direct GHG Emissions

Introduction

Scope 1 covers direct GHG emissions from sources owned or controlled by the organization. These include emissions from combustion in owned or controlled boilers, furnaces, vehicles, and other equipment.

Categories in Scope 1

1. Stationary Combustion: Emissions from stationary sources such as boilers and furnaces used for heating, power generation, or industrial processes.

   • What is included: Boilers, furnaces, and other stationary combustion sources.
   • When does it apply: Applies to organizations with stationary combustion equipment.
   • How to work with it: Identify all stationary combustion sources within your organization. Measure or estimate fuel usage, and apply appropriate emission factors to calculate emissions.

2. Mobile Combustion: Emissions from company-owned vehicles and machinery used for transportation and operations, including cars, trucks, and construction equipment.

   • What is included: Company-owned vehicles and machinery.
   • When does it apply: Applies to organizations with company-owned vehicles and machinery.
   • How to work with it: Track fuel consumption for all company vehicles and machinery. Use emission factors based on fuel type and vehicle specifications to determine emissions.

3. Fugitive Emissions: Unintentional releases of GHGs from equipment leaks, refrigerant emissions from cooling systems, and methane emissions from pipelines and storage tanks.

   • What is included: Equipment leaks, refrigerant emissions, and methane emissions.
   • When does it apply: Relevant for organizations with equipment that may leak GHGs.
   • How to work with it: Conduct regular maintenance and inspections to identify and repair leaks. Estimate emissions using industry guidelines or direct measurements if available.

4. Process Emissions: Emissions from chemical reactions and physical processes during manufacturing, such as cement production, steel making, and aluminum smelting.

   • What is included: Chemical reactions and physical processes in manufacturing.
   • When does it apply: Applies to organizations involved in manufacturing processes.
   • How to work with it: Identify key processes that generate emissions. Measure or estimate emissions based on production output and process-specific emission factors.

Application of Scope 1 Categories

When does Scope 1 apply to my organization?

Scope 1 applies to any organization with direct control over sources of GHG emissions. This includes organizations with stationary combustion equipment, company-owned vehicles, potential fugitive emissions, or manufacturing processes that release GHGs.

How can I calculate Scope 1 emissions?

• Stationary Combustion: Measure or estimate fuel usage for boilers, furnaces, and other stationary sources. Apply appropriate emission factors to calculate emissions.
• Mobile Combustion: Track fuel consumption for company-owned vehicles and machinery. Use emission factors based on fuel type and vehicle specifications.
• Fugitive Emissions: Conduct regular inspections and maintenance to identify and repair leaks. Use industry guidelines or direct measurements to estimate emissions.
• Process Emissions: Identify key manufacturing processes that generate emissions. Measure or estimate emissions based on production output and process-specific emission factors.

Examples of Data for Estimation

Data Line	Where to Find the Data	Estimation Approach	Benefit
100,000 liters of diesel for trucks	Fuel purchase records	Activity-based	High accuracy, directly related to fuel consumption.
50,000 kWh of natural gas for heating	Utility bills	Activity-based	Accurate, specific to the organization's fuel usage.
Emissions from refrigerant leaks	Maintenance logs, equipment specs	Measurement-based	Direct measurement provides high accuracy.
1,000 tons of cement produced	Production records	Process-specific	Accurate estimation based on production output.

How BeWo Handles Scope 1 Categories

On the BeWo platform, Scope 1 categories are separated into Company Vehicles and Fuel Combustion. This helps you organize your data and be more specific in the allocation of your GHG emissions.

BeWo automates the data collection for these categories through integration with ERP systems, enabling efficient and accurate tracking of direct emissions sources.

Conclusion

Effectively managing Scope 1 emissions is crucial for organizations aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and comply with regulatory requirements. By accurately categorizing and tracking emissions sources, organizations can implement targeted strategies to reduce fuel usage, enhance equipment efficiency, and minimize leaks. Leveraging platforms like BeWo for data automation and integration ensures precise and streamlined reporting, helping organizations achieve their sustainability goals and demonstrate environmental responsibility to stakeholders.