Scope 2

Indirect emissions from purchased energy such as electricity, heat or steam.

Scope 2 covers indirect emissions from the generation of purchased energy — electricity, heat, cooling or steam. Two calculation methods exist: the market-based method (accounting for green electricity contracts) and the location-based method (regional grid mix).

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