Scope 3 Innovation Voucher

About the project

The Scope 3 Emissions Guidance Document represents a critical effort to bridge the gap in standardised carbon emissions reporting for Irish organisations. With Scope 3 emissions often accounting for the majority of an entity’s carbon footprint, accurately measuring and reporting these indirect emissions is essential to achieving Ireland’s net-zero goals by 2050. While Scope 3 emissions standards have been developed by several universities and businesses in Ireland and abroad, there is no set Irish standard. 

This project, commissioned by Codema and supported by Enterprise Ireland, aims to develop a comprehensive and practical methodology for Scope 3 emissions reporting. The primary beneficiaries of this work will be Local Authorities and Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Ireland, sectors that face unique challenges in emissions accounting due to resource and knowledge constraints. The results will not only enable more accurate emissions tracking but also empower organisations to take informed actions toward mitigation.

The project involves a detailed review of international best practices, evaluating existing tools and databases, and the development of a tailored guidance document. A PhD student, under the supervision of an experienced team from Trinity College Dublin and Codema, will play a pivotal role in delivering this guidance document, contributing both to academic knowledge and real-world impact.