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Measure and Reduce Scope 3.1 Purchasing Emissions

Date	2025
Tag	Tracking & Reporting
Resource Type	Case Study

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Measure and Reduce Scope 3.1 Purchasing Emissions is a targeted strategy for organizations to address emissions generated from purchased goods and services, a key component of Scope 3 emissions. As these emissions often form a significant part of a company’s carbon footprint, this approach enables businesses to identify, quantify, and reduce the environmental impact associated with their procurement activities.

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