Glossary of Indicators
Emissions
CO2e (CO2 Equivalent)
Unit of measurement used to compare emissions of various greenhouse gases based on their global warming potential, by converting amounts of other gases into the equivalent amount of carbon dioxide.
Methodology
Water Footprint
Indicator measuring the total volume of freshwater used directly and indirectly to produce the goods and services of a company or country.
Regulation
Carbon Intensity
Ratio between greenhouse gas emissions produced and a unit of output (often revenue for a company or GDP for a country). This allows for comparison of ecological efficiency beyond the size of the entity.
Scopes
Scope 1, 2 and 3
Emission categories defined by the GHG Protocol. Scope 1: direct emissions. Scope 2: indirect emissions related to energy. Scope 3: all other indirect emissions (value chain).