Join us for an expert-led webinar on September 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM (Dubai Time) to dive deep into the complexities of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the most significant and challenging part of corporate carbon footprints.
Scope 3 emissions often represent the largest share of an organization’s total GHG inventory and are critical for shaping realistic decarbonization roadmaps and transparent ESG reporting. This session will equip you with insights on best practices for calculating and verifying Scope 3 emissions, addressing common challenges, and leveraging this data to meet global climate commitments.
Objective
Participants will gain a clear, realistic overview of:
The Scope 3 GHG calculation and verification process
- An overview of how Scope 3 emissions are calculated, verified, and the key standards and methodologies used in corporate GHG inventory verification
Why is Scope 3 verification important for Decarbonization Roadmap?
- Organizations can benefit from verified Scope 3 emissions data to develop robust decarbonization roadmaps, set realistic reduction targets, and enhance transparency in public disclosures
How to prepare Scope 3 inventories for verification (GHG Protocol and ISO 14064-1)?
- Brief Guidance on Scope 3 GHG inventory reporting including examples of mandatory and optional requirements
Agenda
Introduction to Scope 3 Emissions
- Overview of the 15 Scope 3 categories, their relevance, and why they pose unique challenges in GHG inventories
Calculating Scope 3 Emissions
- Brief guidance on data collection tips, emission factors, and practical approaches to estimating Scope 3 across diverse value chains
Verification of Scope 3 Emissions
- Understanding third-party verification processes, common pitfalls, and how to ensure transparent and credible reporting
Role of Scope 3 Emissions in Decarbonization Roadmaps
- How comprehensive Scope 3 data informs target setting, reduction strategies, and supplier engagement for net-zero pathways
Scope 3 in ESG Reporting
- Leveraging Scope 3 insights to enhance ESG disclosures, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with frameworks like SBTi, CDP, and CSRD
Target Audience
This webinar is ideal for:
- Sustainability and ESG professionals
- QHSE specialists and auditors
- Supply chain managers
- Finance and risk management professionals
- Investors and ESG analysts
- Sustainability and ESG professionals
- Environmental managers and compliance officers
- Corporate strategy and procurement teams
Industries with complex supply chains such as:
- Chemical and Fertilizer Industries
- Oil & Gas
- Cement Industries
- Iron & Steel Industries
- Energy & Utility
- Water & wastewater companies
- Retail and Consumer Goods
- Logistics and Transportation
- IT & BFSI and others
Organizations striving to advance their climate action by addressing Scope 3 emissions and integrating them into corporate sustainability strategies will find this webinar highly beneficial.
About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.
SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).
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