Scope 2

Scope 2 accounts for indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity, steam, heating, and cooling consumed by the reporting company.

Examples

• Grid electricity
• District heating
• Purchased steam

Related Terms

• Scope 1 — Direct emissions from owned or controlled sources.
• Scope 3 — All other indirect emissions in the value chain.

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