Carbon Accounting - Beginner

The 101 of environmental sustainability reporting and your first step to becoming an expert

Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites required for this course. 

Duration: 2-3 hours

Welcome to our carbon accounting 101 course!

This course is your go-to starting point for understanding how to measure and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions using the globally recognized GHG Protocol. Whether you’re totally new to the topic or just looking to brush up on your knowledge, you’re in the right place.

Throughout the course, we’ll break down the key concepts behind carbon accounting—without drowning you in jargon. You’ll learn what GHG accounting actually involves, why it matters, and how to apply it in a real business context. We’ll guide you through things like how to categorize emissions (Scopes 1 and 2), what emission factors are and how to use them, how electricity grids tie into your carbon footprint, and a whole lot more.

By the end, you’ll have a solid grasp of the essentials and be ready to start, or improve, your company’s carbon reporting with confidence.

Let’s get started!