Scope 3.3 - Emissions resulting from upstream activities related to the consumption of fuels and energy that are not covered under Scope 1 or Scope 2

Scope 3.3 emissions include the indirect emissions resulting from upstream activities related to the consumption of fuels and energy that are not covered under Scope 1 or Scope 2. These emissions primarily arise from the processes associated with providing fuel and energy up to the point where your company uses them.

Examples of Scope 3.3 Emissions:

• Emissions generated during the extraction and processing of natural gas before it is burned in your company (these emissions occur prior to the direct combustion covered under Scope 1).
• Emissions from the transmission and distribution of electricity before it is used in your company (emissions from electricity generation itself fall under Scope 2).
• Emissions generated during the production and transportation of purchased fuels, such as gasoline or diesel.

Relevant Activities for Scope 3.3 Emissions:

To identify your company’s Scope 3.3 emissions, you should examine the following activities and areas:

• Upstream fuel activities: Extraction, production, and transportation of fuels like natural gas, gasoline, diesel, or coal before they are used in your operational processes.
• Electricity transmission and distribution: Emissions from the transmission and distribution of electricity before it is used in your buildings or facilities.
• Production and delivery of steam or district heating: Emissions from upstream processes related to the production and delivery of steam or district heating that you use for your operations.

Where Can I Find Data on My Scope 3.3 Emissions?

Collecting data on Scope 3.3 emissions can come from various sources:

• Supplier reports: Reports from energy suppliers that include information on the emissions generated during the extraction, production, and transportation of the fuels and energy you purchase.
• Energy control systems: Systems that track energy consumption may also provide data on the origin of the energy, which can be used to estimate upstream emissions.
• Industry-specific emissions factors: Use emissions factors developed specifically for the industry to estimate emissions from upstream fuel and energy activities. These factors are often found in publicly available databases or environmental reports.
• Energy supplier invoices: Invoices and contracts with energy suppliers may contain additional information on the fuels and energy you purchase, which can be used to calculate the associated Scope 3.3 emissions.