For a data center company to advance its decarbonization journey, it is important to measure and report Scope 3 emissions, or indirect emissions, that occur throughout the company’s value chain. Data around the impact of individual products or equipment can be used to inform decarbonization strategies.
This case study is an overview and analysis of spend-based accounting methodologies globally available to calculate a product’s life cycle embodied carbon impact. It highlights the background, step-by-step guidance, and benefits and limitations from the perspective of the iMasons Climate Accord’s Equipment Working Group.
Additional case studies in this series focus on other accounting methodologies, specifically Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and CIBSE TM65 Material Disclosure. Review these case studies for consideration of each method’s strengths and various use cases.
