A carbon audit measures and records an organization's carbon dioxide emissions. It is the first step in developing a carbon strategy to manage and reduce emissions over the long term. A carbon audit calculates both direct emissions from electricity and fuel usage as well as indirect emissions from employee travel, waste, and suppliers. Conducting carbon audits allows organizations to cut emissions, comply with regulations, and save on energy costs while improving their environmental impact and brand reputation.

1. The Carbon Audit

8. 3: How do you do a Carbon Audit?

15. 4: b) The Value Chain (Porter)