What Are Emission Factors?
Explore the different types and classifications of emission factors used in carbon accounting
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Section 2 of 5Types of Emission Factors
Emission factors come in many different types and classifications, each serving specific purposes in carbon accounting and climate reporting. Understanding these classifications helps ensure accurate and appropriate use of emission factors.
Primary Classifications
- • Scope-based: Direct vs indirect emissions
- • Sector-based: IPCC categories
- • Temporal: Current vs historical factors
- • Geographic: Regional variations
Key Considerations
- • Accuracy: Most recent data available
- • Relevance: Specific to your operations
- • Consistency: Same factors year-over-year
- • Transparency: Source documentation
Interactive Factor Type Explorer
Explore different classifications and types of emission factors. Click on categories to see sub-types and examples of how they're used in practice.
Understanding Factor Types
Scope 1-2-3: Categorizes emissions by control and influence
IPCC Categories: Scientific sectors for global climate assessment
Temporal: How factors evolve with technology and policy
Geographic: Regional variations in energy and emissions