emissionsprofil
Emissionsprofil, or emissions profile, is a quantitative description of the greenhouse gas emissions associated with an entity, activity, or product over a defined period, typically measured in metric tons of CO2 equivalent. It is used to understand where emissions come from and how they change over time.
It is usually broken down by sources and gases. Common breakdowns include scope-based categories (scope 1 direct
Calculation relies on activity data (fuel use, energy consumption, production volumes) and emission factors, following recognized
Uses include benchmarking performance, setting reduction targets, reporting to regulators and investors, and guiding decarbonization strategies
For products, the profile often relates to life cycle emissions from cradle to grave and may use
Limitations include data gaps, time lags, varying methodologies, and uncertainties in emission factors. Profiles should be