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# Carbon Footprint Measurement and Management

Carbon Footprint Services and Sustainability Reporting

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## Posts

- [Carbon tax and energy rates](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-tax-and-energy-rates/) - What is the impact of Eskom increases of 8% per annum over the next 5 years as well as the introduction of a carbon tax of R120 per tonne in 2015?
- [I don’t know which emissions to report? Can The Carbon Report help?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/i-dont-know-which-emissions-to-report-how-can-the-carbon-report-help/) - The Carbon Report contains extensive help context which guides you through emissions reporting, identifying sources and mandatory reporting requirements.
- [What is global warming?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-is-global-warming/) - Global warming results from increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere which has artificially been increased as a result of our reliance on fossil fuels.
- [Why is this relevant to South African companies?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/why-is-this-relevant-to-south-african-companies/) - South African companies who understand their carbon footprint will be best positioned to embrace and take advantage of the low carbon economy
- [Can my company use The Carbon Report?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/can-my-company-use-the-carbon-report/) - The Carbon Report may be used by any company of any size and in almost any geography as the solution is based on the globally recognised, GHG Protocol.
- [How do I establish the boundaries of my carbon audit?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-audit/) - The GHG Protocol provides three different methods of conducting a carbon audit namely equity based, financial control or operational control.
- [What is COP 19?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-is-cop-19/) - COP 19 is the nineteenth meeting of the congress of the parties (COP) since the UN Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) entered into force in 1995.
- [Redefining Sustainable Development](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/redefining-sustainable-development/) - If we hope to create a more sustainable, efficient economy, we need to start putting systems in place that are sustainable in terms the triple bottom line
- ['Green' initiatives need to deliver broader sustainability](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/green-initiatives/) - There is no doubt that ‘green’ is the new buzz word but the reality is that to some degree, this is a detriment in selling and promoting ‘green’ solutions.
- [What is Rio+20?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-is-rio20/) - RIO+20 takes place in Brazil in 2012 and brings together world leaders and business to advance environmental protection and secure a sustainable future.
- [The quick guide to a carbon neutral office](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/the-quick-guide-to-a-carbon-neutral-office/)
- [3 Steps to Sustainability - The Carbon Report at DUO](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/3-steps-to-sustainability-the-carbon-report-at-duo/) - The Carbon Report conducted a workshop with DUO marketing to identify their emissions sources and discussed the concept of people, profit and planet
- [The role of greenhouse gas measurement and reporting in stimulating efficiencies and innovation](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/greenhouse-gas-measurement-and-stimulating-innovation/)
- [We need a “smoke enders” culture to reduce emissions](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/smoke-enders/)
- [Sustainability - Get back to basics](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/sustainability-back-to-basics/) - Sustainability needs to take into consideration many more aspects than just going green. Staff well being, job creation, customers, financial stability and the environment all play a part in keeping a business sustainable.
- [The Carbon Disclosure Project and what it means for small business](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-disclosure-project/) - The Carbon Disclosure Project reports emissions associated with the JSE top 100. What is the relevance to small business owners and should they really care
- [Climate change and Cop 18 - The time for talking is over](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/climate-change-and-cop-18/) - According to a report released by the UN we are headed for an average 3-5 deg C temperature rise this century barring urgent action around climate change.
- [Outcomes of the COP 18 Climate Summit in Doha](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/outcomes-of-cop-18/) - Whilst yet again no significant binding agreement has been reached, COP 18 lays the foundations for further dialogue towards a binding agreement in 2015.
- [Key steps to become carbon neutral](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/is-becoming-carbon-neutral-your-goal/) - Becoming carbon neutral is for many a Utopian strategy, however through measurement, reduction and offsetting it is something that can be achieved.
- [Different approaches to measuring, managing and reporting carbon emissions](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/reporting-carbon-emissions/) - From carbon calculators to enterprise carbon management solutions, there are many approaches to measuring and reporting your carbon emissions.
- [What does the IPCC report mean for business and investors?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-does-the-ipcc-report-mean-for-business-and-investors/) - Experts give their views on what the new IPCC report means for business
- [Outcomes of Cop 19](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/outcomes-of-cop-19/) - COP19 concluded delivering a set of relatively low ambitions but enough to keep countries on track to agreeing a new global climate deal
- [Should SME's care about their carbon footprint?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/small-enterprise-carbon-footprint/) - Small and medium enterprises need to become increasingly aware of their carbon footprint and environmental performance. We examine why?
- [Every business can reduce emissions and it all counts](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/every-business-can-reduce-emissions-counts/) - Start with one area in your business to reduce emissions. The success of the project will give you the impetus and support you need for future projects.
- [Sustainability, carbon tax and the 2014 budget](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-tax-and-the-2014-budget/) - No carbon tax in 2015, relaxing of environmental impact assessments and limited commitment to transforming to a low carbon economy in the 2104 budget.
- [The IT department's carbon conundrum](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/departments-carbon-conundrum/) - IT needs to takes a systems centric approach to carbon measurement and reporting focusing on non-financial data which is not captured in ERP systems.
- ["Invest" in sustainability! Don't justify it as a cost exercise](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/invest-in-sustainability/)
- [How to profit from carbon tax?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/profit-carbon-tax/) - Business sees carbon tax as a threat to the bottom line. The business impact can be significantly reduced through smart thinking and a sound strategy.
- [Misconceptions around emissions reduction strategies](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/emissions-reduction-strategies/) - There are significant misconceptions around carbon emissions reduction strategies and the cost thereof. We examine why traditional thinking is flawed.
- [Job creation and the green economy - lessons from South Korea](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/job-creation-and-the-green-economy/) - The green economy offers significant opportunity for economic grown, differentiation and job creation. South Korea has embraced sustainability and it shows
- [Creating a winning culture with sustainability](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/creating-winning-culture-sustainability/) - Identifying the overlap between your activities and sustainability and then commercialising untapped opportunities is key to sustainable profitable business
- [Emissions reporting is here and it is here to stay!](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/emissions-reporting/) - As of January 2015, large emitters are required to report their emissions as part of the national inventory. Emissions reporting is here to stay!
- [10 Reasons why your business should know its carbon footprint.](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/10-reasons-why-your-business-should-know-its-carbon-footprint/) - The Carbon Report provides ten reasons why it is important for every business to get an accurate understanding of their Carbon Footprint
- [How to prepare for carbon taxation](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/how-to-prepare-for-carbon-taxation/) - With carbon taxation being implemented in South Africa in 2016 companies should start preparing now to ensure a smooth process with no surprises.
- [10 tips to create a green workplace](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/10-tips-to-create-a-green-workplace/) - A greener office inevitably means a low environmental footprint, and a more productive and efficient workplace.
- [Travel Responsibly AFTER Transport Month](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/travel-responsibly-after-transport-month/) - October is Transport Month in SA. It’s a time to take stock of our transportation habits and their effect on the environment as well as make changes.
- [What is the Greenhouse Gas protocol?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-is-the-greenhouse-gas-protocol/) - The Carbon Report is based on The Greenouse Gas Protocol which is widely regarded as the standard for corporate GHG accounting and company reporting.
- [What is COP21?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-is-cop21/) - Countries meet in Paris 2015 for the 21st Conference of Parties to agree a climate deal that will be legally binding, global and halt global warming.
- [What causes carbon emissions?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-causes-carbon-emissions/) - Lights, heating, aircon, office devices, business travel, energy use and commuting are all ways that your business contributes to to your carbon footprint.
- [Why act?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/why-act-on-global-warming-new/) - Companies who put long term sustainability at the core of their business will be ready for the low carbon economy and best placed to profit from opportunities
- [When will South Africa introduce carbon tax?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-tax/) - The South African government is looking to introduce a carbon tax in 2015. The objective of this taxation is to reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions.
- [Clearing the air around carbon jargon](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/clearing-the-air-around-carbon-jargon/)
- [COP22 and 2020 vision for climate change](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/cop22-and-2020-vision-for-climate-change/)
- [4 Ways greenwashing will damage your brand](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/4-ways-greenwashing-will-damage-your-brand/)
- [What are the benefits of doing a carbon footprint?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/are-there-business-benefits-in-doing-a-footprint/) - The value of doing a carbon footprint is demonstrated through increased profitability, increased efficiencies, reduced cost, increased market share, and reduced business risk, both reputational and financial.
- [What are scopes in carbon accounting?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-are-scopes/) - In terms of carbon accounting, scopes segment emissions into both direct and indirect emissions as well as determine mandatory reporting requirements.
- [How do we become carbon neutral?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-neutral-can-the-carbon-report-us-get-there/) - Carbon neutral. What this means is that emissions that are created in business operations are neutralised through the purchase of a carbon offset
- [The proposed South African carbon tax](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/the-proposed-south-african-carbon-tax/) - What is the impact of the proposed carbon tax on your business? How will the carbon tax apply to you, and to what extent will your exposure be?
- [What is a carbon footprint?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/what-is-a-carbon-footprint/) - A carbon footprint is a calculation of the total greenhouse gas emissions caused directly and indirectly by an organisation or company.
- [2015 Looking back: International climate news](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/2015-looking-back-international-news/) - After a busy year we reflect on the climate breakthroughs, changes and potential pitfalls that 2015 brought with it.
- [2015 Looking back: Local highlights](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/2015-looking-back-local-highlights/) - Looking back on climate change impacts, developments, policies and commitments in 2015.
- [Green New Year's Resolutions](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/green-new-years-resolutions/) - It’s never too late to start on New Year’s resolutions. Let 2016 be the year you set resolutions aimed at reducing wastage in the workplace - in all it's forms.
- [COP21 Outcomes: What they mean for businesses](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/cop21-outcomes-what-they-mean-for-businesses/) - How will the outcome of COP21 impact local businesses in South Africa, and how should these changes and opportunities be handled and leveraged.
- [5 Reasons to reduce carbon emissions in your supply chain](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/5-reasons-to-reduce-carbon-emissions-in-your-supply-chain/) - Businesses dont always realise that a large percentage of a their corporate carbon emissions reside in external supply chain processes.
- [Water, a.k.a Life](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/water-a-k-a-life/) - As today marks World Water Day, we urge businesses to understand their exposure to water risks and management as well as take responsibility for their impacts.
- [5 reasons to involve employees in business sustainability](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/5-reasons-to-involve-employees-in-business-sustainability/) - If sustainability is high on your agenda you may find it interesting that 9 in 10 employees believe their companies could do more for the environment.
- [The SHIFT is happening, are you on board?](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/the-shift-is-happening-are-you-on-board/) - Watching the carbon space has been a painful process however over the past 18 months we have witnessed a shift change that is promising and exciting!
- [Climate change and how 2016 faired](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/climate-change-and-how-2016-faired/)

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/) - Carbon tax measurement, carbon footprint reporting, sustainability and mitigation strategies as well as CDP reporting.
- [Contact Us](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/contact/) - Contact is if you are looking for expertise around corporate carbon accounting and your carbon tax exposure
- [About us](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/about-us/)
- [Carbon strategy and consulting services](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/services/environmental-sustainability-services/) - The Carbon Report tailors specific sustainability consulting services for clients looking to outsource their sustainability and reporting requirements.
- [Awareness and Education](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/services/awareness-and-training/) - Relevant and practical carbon and climate change awareness talks and more comprehensive organisational greenhouse gas or carbon accounting training.
- [Assurance and verification](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/assurance-and-verification/) - We offer review and assurance services to verify greenhouse gas emissions data, calculations and reporting for accuracy and completeness of carbon footprints.
- [Carbon tax consulting](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/services/carbon-tax-consulting/) - Our consultants can assist you in understanding your risk exposure, calculating your carbon tax and work with you to develop a mitigation strategy.
- [Carbon offsets](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-offsets/) - Carbon neutral status can be achieved by measuring and reporting your carbon footprint and offsetting your emissions with The Carbon Report
- [Energy management](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/energy-management/) - Energy management and energy reduction is a key focus for any carbon emissions reduction strategy.
- [Carbon Footprint](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/carbon-footprint/) - Complete carbon footprint reporting software. Reduce you business carbon footprint. Measure manage and track your emissions.
- [The Carbon Report Blog](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/the-carbon-report-blog/)
- [Services](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/services/) - Client solutions at The Carbon Report are underpinned by our professional services team with a variety of offerings
- [Blog](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/blog-2/) - Our blog tackles interesting topics around carbon inventory management, emissions reduction and general carbon reporting requirements, join the conversation
- [Comair Limited](https://www.thecarbonreport.co.za/comair-limited/) - Comair measured and reported its 2012 carbon footprint using The Carbon Report. Simple, compliant and cost effective.

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