Last updated: 18.10.2023

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The methodology provided by "CO2 Emissie Factoren NL" for calculating carbon emissions specifically targets the electricity sector, recognizing the nuances and complexities inherent in measuring emissions from different sources of electrical generation. This methodology is especially pertinent to Scope 2 emissions, which concern the indirect emissions from the consumption of purchased electricity, heat, or steam. Companies adopt this detailed approach to not only comply with environmental regulations but also advance toward their sustainability goals.

A central tenet of the "CO2 Emissie Factoren NL" methodology is the categorization of electricity sources. It differentiates between various forms of electrical generation, such as renewable versus non-renewable sources, to assign accurate emission factors. This granularity is essential because it recognizes the diversity of the energy mix and the distinct carbon footprints of electricity sourced from, for example, coal-fired power plants compared to wind or solar farms. By advocating for a move towards renewable sources, this method underpins efforts to decarbonize the electricity sector and reflects broader shifts in energy policy and consumer expectations around sustainable energy.

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Equation

co2_in_g = amount * co2_in_g_per_unit

API request

{
  "expand": [
    "items"
  ],
  "items": [
    {
      "type": "electricity",
      "methodology": "CO2-EMISSIEFACTOREN-NL",
      "external_reference": "string",
      "electricity_source": "solar",
      "energy_scope": "ttw",
      "energy_in_kwh": 643
    }
  ]
}

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