Part 5/12:
- Scope Emissions Accounting: A biotech and pharma lab used data analytics to measure their greenhouse gas emissions effectively. By focusing on Scope 1 (direct emissions), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy), and Scope 3 (other indirect emissions), they gained visibility into their footprint. Surprisingly, a small quantity of SF₆ used in manufacturing—a potent greenhouse gas—was overlooked because it was below the typical reporting threshold. Identifying this overlooked emission exemplifies how data can reveal hidden environmental impacts that can be mitigated.