Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased electricity. Reducing scope 2 emissions can have a positive impact on a business’s GHG footprint and energy costs. Some of the strategies to reduce Scope 2 emissions are:
• Purchasing renewable energy: Buying electricity, heat, steam, or cooling from renewable sources can reduce the GHG intensity of purchased energy. For example, using solar panels or wind turbines can generate zero-emission electricity.
• Purchasing green certificates: Buying green certificates or guarantees of origin (GOs) can offset the GHG intensity of purchased energy. For example, buying renewable energy certificates (RECs) or carbon credits can certify that a certain amount of renewable energy or emission reduction has been generated or achieved elsewhere.
• Improving energy efficiency: Implementing energy-saving measures and technologies can reduce the amount of energy needed to power operations. For example, using smart meters or sensors can monitor and optimize energy consumption.
• Optimizing demand: Managing demand patterns and load profiles can reduce the peak demand and total consumption of energy. For example, using demand response programs or energy storage systems can shift or store energy demand during off-peak periods.
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