Scope 3.6 - Business Travel

Scope 3.6 emissions include the indirect greenhouse gas emissions associated with your employees' business travel. These emissions arise from the use of transportation not owned or controlled by the company, but provided by external service providers.

Examples of Scope 3.6 Emissions:

• Emissions from the use of airplanes for domestic and international flights.
• Emissions from the use of rental cars or taxis during business trips.
• Emissions from the use of trains, buses, or other public transportation.
• Emissions from the use of private vehicles for business purposes, where mileage is reimbursed.

Relevant Activities for Scope 3.6 Emissions:

To identify your company’s Scope 3.6 emissions, you should examine the following activities and areas:

• Air travel: All flights your employees take for business purposes, including domestic and international trips.
• Road travel: The use of rental cars, taxis, private vehicles (when mileage is reimbursed), or company vehicles used for business travel.
• Public transportation: Travel using trains, buses, trams, or other public transportation.
• Overnight stays: Indirect emissions from hotel stays may also be considered in some cases if they are part of a business trip.

Where Can I Find Data on My Scope 3.6 Emissions?

Collecting Scope 3.6 emissions data can come from various sources:

• Travel expense management systems: Internal systems that handle travel expenses and reimbursements often include detailed information about the modes of transportation used by your employees for business trips.
• Travel agency reports: If your company uses a travel agency or service provider, they can provide detailed reports on the trips they have organized and the associated emissions.
• Mileage reimbursement records: Data on the use of private vehicles for business purposes, based on mileage reimbursement records, can be used to estimate emissions.
• Flight bookings: Airlines and travel agencies can provide specific data on flights, including distances traveled, which can be used to calculate emissions.
• Company travel policies: Internal company policies on business travel may provide information about preferred transportation modes and their frequency of use, which can be helpful for estimating emissions.