Towards fossil free cities – Emission assessment of food and resources consumption with the FEWprint carbon accounting platform

Caat, Nick ten; Tenpierik, Martin; Sanyal, Tithi; Tillie, Nico; Dobbelsteen, Andy van den; Thün, Geoffrey; Cullen, Sean; Nakayama, Shinobu; Karanisa, Theodora; Monti, Stewart

doi:10.1016/j.cesys.2022.100074

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“…These models are typically developed and guided by governmental bodies and policymakers, offering a practical accounting solution for various sectors and objectives. However, the limited interaction between the creators of these models and the end-users has resulted in improper utilisation and significant inaccuracies in carbon accounting and target setting (ten Caat et al, 2022). Although high-level data models are regulatory in nature and aligned with the latest climate science, they do have certain limitations.…”

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“…The CEM literature raises a significant criticism, pointing out that overarching standards often prove too abstract for smaller businesses and even entire sectors to adhere to effectively (ten Caat et al, 2022). Whilst guidance exists and is accessible, the literature highlights the missing link in implementing this guidance in a systematic and standardised manner that ensures equal and fair benefits across all industries.…”

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confidence: 99%

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A dynamic framework to align company climate reporting and action with global climate targets

Christy,

Elnahass,

Amezaga

et al. 2023

Bus Strat Env

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There are global aspirations to reach net zero emissions, which triggered the development of standards, guidance and tools to measure and manage climate action across countries, sectors and companies. However, carbon accounting inaccuracies, ambiguous emissions disclosures and unambitious climate targets are hampering these aspirations. This paper reports on the disparity between high‐level guidance and practical implementation of carbon accounting and reporting at company level. By conducting a systematic literature analysis and focussing on the English Water sector, we utilise case study data from Northumbrian Water Limited (NWL), to identify limitations in the current guidance and frameworks. The results indicate the necessity for enhanced alignment in high‐level guidance, particularly regarding the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and the Science‐Based Target Initiative. It is evident that clarity and consistency from high‐level resources are essential for climate mitigation. This paper shows, depending on the sector and company types, that different benefits are gained from using the available resources. We propose a carbon measurement and management process for the English Water sector (and beyond) to reach net zero targets and make recommendations for decision makers. This helps to understand best practices of carbon accounting and reporting and to make effective investment decisions. Consequently, we advocate for policy interventions to improve the standardisation of carbon accounting models. Harmonising international regulatory frameworks and standards is needed, which will empower organisations to effectively assess, manage and reduce their carbon footprints.

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