What are Direct Emissions?

QuestionsCategory: Carbon FootprintWhat are Direct Emissions?
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Team GreenSutra® Staff answered 2 years ago

Direct Emissions can be defined as greenhouse gas emissions produced directly from sources that are owned, operated and or controlled by the organization / company. These greenhouse gases usually are emitted from the consumption and or combustion of different types of fuels.

Direct Emissions are also referred to as Scope 1 Emissions.

They are usually expressed as tCO₂e .

Measurement and verification of emissions for CBAM reporting is covered by the CBAM compliance service.