A Corporate Accounting And Reporting Standard
Principles and guidelines for preparing GHG emissions inventories, focusing on organizational boundaries, operational boundaries, tracking emissions over time, calculating emissions, and reporting GHG emissions. It emphasizes relevance, completeness, consistency, transparency, and accuracy in accoun
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A Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard
This training curriculum covers principles of GHG accounting, organizational boundaries, setting operational boundaries, tracking emissions over time, calculating emissions, and reporting GHG emissions. It emphasizes the importance of determining which company operations and emissions sources to inc
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Understanding Sustainable Development and Zero Carbon Emissions in Buildings
Sustainable development aims to meet present needs without compromising future generations. Zero carbon emissions in buildings play a crucial role in combating climate change. This article explores the pillars of sustainability, greenhouse gases, global emissions, and steps towards achieving net zer
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Harnessing Carbon Markets for Sustainable Development in Pakistan
Understanding the significance of carbon markets, this content delves into the interplay between economic growth and environmental sustainability, emphasizing the urgency to limit unsustainable practices. It explores mechanisms such as carbon pricing and cap-and-trade systems in the context of clima
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Carbon Pricing Overview and EU Green Deal Agenda
The overview of carbon pricing inside the EU highlights key aspects such as the EU Green Deal, revision of the EU ETS, and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. The EU aims for carbon neutrality by 2050 with a 55% reduction target. The Fit for 55 initiative emphasizes relevance for the Energy Comm
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The Road to Net Zero: Importance of Data Collection in Energy Management and Consulting
Cotopaxi, a leading energy consultancy, highlights the significance of data collection in achieving net-zero emissions. Mark Jones, a senior energy engineer, emphasizes the long-term impact of climate change and the necessity for businesses to adapt. The journey to net-zero involves measuring, monit
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Understanding Consumption-Based Emissions Inventories in Boulder County
Consumption-Based Emissions Inventories (CBEIs) play a crucial role in assessing greenhouse gas emissions linked to local consumption patterns. By calculating emissions associated with products and services used by a community, CBEIs reveal significant gaps in traditional emissions tracking, emphasi
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Understanding the Carbon Cycle: Reservoirs, Dynamics, and Importance
Earth's carbon cycle plays a crucial role in sustaining life, with carbon moving through various reservoirs and processes. This cycle involves short-term terrestrial and marine cycles, as well as long-term cycles influenced by volcanic activity and rock weathering. Understanding carbon reservoir dyn
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Understanding Carbon-Based Nanomaterials and Their Technical Applications
Carbon-based nanomaterials, including fullerenes and carbon nanotubes, have revolutionized various industries with their unique properties. These materials, classified based on their geometrical structure, have applications in fields such as electronics, gas storage, biotechnology, and more. Fullere
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Interim Devon Carbon Plan: Production Process and Economic Benefits
Discover how the Interim Devon Carbon Plan was developed and explore the economic opportunities it presents for Devon's economy and resource utilization. The plan aims to create a resilient, net-zero carbon Devon by 2050, emphasizing partnership, environmental resilience, and community preparedness.
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Importance of Carbon Calculators in Deep Foundation and Ground Improvement Works
Climate change concerns have elevated the need for assessing carbon footprints. The EFFC/FPS members must account for carbon emissions to understand impacts, reduce energy dependence, quantify innovative techniques, and showcase environmental advantages. The introduction of a carbon calculator tool
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Understanding the Carbon Scenario Tool for Climate Change Management
The Carbon Scenario Tool (CST) is a valuable resource developed by the University of Edinburgh and the Scottish Funding Council to manage, report, and forecast carbon emissions for university estates and operations. It enables the calculation of the impact of carbon reduction projects and the develo
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European Commission's Proposal for Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
The European Commission's proposal for a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism aims to address carbon leakage and reduce emissions through a comprehensive industrial policy known as the European Green Deal. The Fit For 55 Package under the EU Climate Law sets ambitious targets for emission reduction an
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Pathways to Building a Zero Carbon City-Region: Synergistic Collaboration & Learning
Explore synergistic pathways for collaboration and learning in building a zero carbon city-region. Topics include carbon mapping, integrated value-chains, and low carbon governance. Emphasize the importance of coordinated efforts among various stakeholders to achieve sustainable progress.
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Understanding Carbon Movement in the Environment
Explore the intricate processes of carbon movement in the biosphere, atmosphere, oceans, and geosphere. Learn how plants absorb carbon dioxide, animals utilize carbon for tissue building, and the impacts of human activities like burning fossil fuels on carbon distribution. Discover the critical role
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Decarbonization and Path to Net-Zero Emissions in Cities
Exploring the journey towards decarbonization and achieving net-zero carbon emissions in cities through initiatives like equitable outcomes, transportation enhancements, renewable energy integration, and sustainable building practices for both new and existing structures. The focus is on going beyon
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Transforming Agriculture for Climate Change: Kirsten Beddows' Vision
Kirsten Beddows, Head of Agriculture Transformation, shares an updated Climate Change Plan focused on reducing emissions, achieving net-zero by 2045, and creating sustainable farming practices. The plan includes over a hundred new policies targeting emissions reduction, land use optimization, and ca
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Understanding Organic Chemistry: Carbon Atoms and Molecular Diversity
In organic chemistry, carbon atoms can form diverse molecules by bonding to four other atoms, leading to molecular complexity and diversity. The versatile nature of carbon allows for the formation of various carbon skeletons, contributing to the vast array of organic compounds. Hydrocarbons, consist
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Enhancing Oil and Gas Emissions Estimates for Area Sources
This presentation by Michael Ege, an Emissions Inventory Specialist at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), focuses on improving area source oil and gas emissions estimates. It covers the methods used to estimate emissions, including the development of basin-specific equipment profi
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Enhancing Emissions Reduction and Carbon Sequestration in Forests
This presentation discusses the importance of implementing mitigation strategies in forests to reduce emissions and enhance carbon removal. It highlights the benefits of intact/restored ecosystems, carbon sequestration as an ecosystem service, and the carbon stocks in tropical forests. The focus is
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Decarbonising NRW's Supply Chain Emissions: Progress and Challenges
Dr. Anna Jones and her team are spearheading efforts in Wales to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on decarbonising NRW's supply chain and the public sector. The Welsh public sector aims to collectively reach net zero by 2030, with a strong emphasis on reporting and reducing emissions
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Understanding Carbon Storage in Biomes and Ecosystems
Explore the intricate carbon cycle within terrestrial ecosystems, focusing on carbon storage in biomass, litter, and soil. Delve into the differences in plant characteristics among various biomes and their impact on carbon sequestration. Gain insights into the distribution of tropical rainforests an
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Zero Emission Vehicles: Forecasting Fleet Scenarios & Emissions Implications
This research project, conducted by Louis Berger U.S. Inc. & Sonoma Technology Inc., explores the implications of adopting zero emission vehicles through forecasting fleet scenarios and estimating emissions reductions. The study assesses the potential increase in zero emission vehicle population, em
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Overview of Air Emissions and Quality Assessment in Shale Gas Development
The presentation discusses the estimation of air emissions from shale gas development and production in North Carolina, highlighting the importance of analyzing emissions from oil and gas activities and associated truck traffic. The process involves building emissions inventory, photochemical modeli
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Integrated Terrestrial-Coastal Ocean Framework for Carbon Management
An advanced framework integrating terrestrial and coastal ocean observations and modeling is developed to support carbon management decisions. The study focuses on assessing the impacts of land use, human activities, and climate scenarios on the carbon cycle, particularly dissolved inorganic carbon
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Management in Warehouse Operations
The SQAS Assessor accreditation training in April 2022 focused on measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in warehouse operations. The content covers emission questions, scope of emissions, energy consumption examples, disaggregation of emissions, emission intensity calculation, and strategi
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Transition & Recovery Support Programme Overview for Local Authorities in Wales
Transition & Recovery Support Programme aims to help Welsh local authorities achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030 through various initiatives such as governance restructuring, deep dives with the Climate Strategy Panel, and focus on circular economy. The program emphasizes decarbonization strat
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Achieving UK Net-Zero: Strategies for Carbon Capture and Low-Carbon Fuels
Explore the pathways to achieving UK net-zero carbon emissions through carbon capture, low-carbon alternative fuels like hydrogen and bioenergy, and sustainable bioenergy practices. Learn about the importance of zero-carbon hydrogen production and the challenges and benefits of utilizing bioenergy f
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Addressing Consumption-based Emissions: Perspectives on Materials Efficiency and Innovation
This workshop delves into the importance of addressing consumption-based emissions, with perspectives from both Chinese and European experts. Key topics include the role of carbon pricing, inclusion of consumption in carbon pricing mechanisms, and strategies for reducing emissions from carbon-intens
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Mapping Soil Organic Carbon Fractions in Australia: Stocks and Uncertainty
This study by Mercedes Román Dobarco et al. focuses on mapping soil organic carbon fractions across Australia, including mineral-associated organic carbon, particulate organic carbon, and pyrogenic organic carbon. The research involves prediction of soil organic carbon fractions using spectral libr
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Carbon Forestry and Poverty Alleviation: The Case of REDD in Nigeria
Global carbon forestry programs like REDD aim to alleviate poverty but face challenges in empowering forest-dependent communities. The paper discusses the role of key actors in maintaining the status quo, presenting research findings from a REDD program in Nigeria. Carbon forestry involves market-ba
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Taking the First Steps to Reduce Business Carbon Footprint
Initiating efforts to reduce business carbon footprint involves identifying emission sources, analyzing energy consumption, and implementing strategies to measure and track emissions. This involves understanding where emissions originate from, gaining insights into the numbers through consumption da
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Understanding Emissions Inventory for Air Quality Management
Emissions inventory plays a crucial role in monitoring air pollutant discharges and assessing air quality. This article discusses the purpose of emissions inventory, distinguishing between actual and permitted emissions, and provides guidelines for preparing and reporting minor source emissions inve
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Insights from Orbiting Carbon Observatory-2 (OCO-2) on Global Carbon Cycle
Orbiting Carbon Observatory-2 (OCO-2) offers precise measurements to understand sources and sinks of CO2 in the atmosphere, providing valuable data on carbon uptake by plants and global carbon emissions. OCO-2's findings shed light on the impact of extreme climate events like droughts and fires on t
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Monitoring Unexpected Emissions of Controlled Substances for Ozone Protection
The atmospheric science community plays a crucial role in identifying, quantifying, and communicating unexpected emissions of controlled substances to support the goals of minimizing future ozone depletion and upholding the Montreal Protocol. By comparing observation-based estimates of global emissi
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Managing Farmland Nitrogen Emissions: Strategies and Research Updates
Soils play a crucial role in greenhouse gas emissions and carbon sequestration. Karl Richards, Head of Soils, Environment & Land-Use Department at Teagasc, discusses the importance of managing farmland nitrogen emissions through various practices. Research focuses on reducing emissions and enhancing
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Rice GHG Emissions under Varied Nitrogen, Variety, and Water Management Study in Arkansas
Detailed study on rice greenhouse gas emissions under varied nitrogen, variety, and water management treatments, focusing on nitrogen fertility, crop varieties, and water usage impact on methane and nitrous oxide emissions. Research examines optimal nitrogen rates for reduced global warming potentia
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Understanding Carbon Dioxide Emissions from Fossil Fuel Burning
Fossil fuel burning, particularly from coal and hydrocarbons, is a significant source of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, a greenhouse gas linked to global warming and climate change. This process results in the release of various byproducts into the atmosphere, including sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxi
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Carbon Modification by Seabirds in Fjords: Implications and Patterns
The study investigates the impact of seabirds on carbon burial in fjords, showcasing factors such as wind stress patterns, terrestrial vegetation biomass, and various carbon sources in the ecosystem. It delves into the distribution and fate of carbon in two fjords, Hornsund and Kongsfjorden, sheddin
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Understanding the Carbon Cycle: System Concepts and Pathways
The carbon cycle involves the movement of carbon between different stores in the global system, such as the atmosphere, oceans, and biosphere. Flows, inputs, and outputs play crucial roles in this cycle, with processes like photosynthesis and respiration impacting carbon levels. Explore how mass bal
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