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Scope 3

Scope 3 includes all indirect greenhouse gas emissions along a company's value chain that are not included in Scope 1 or Scope 2. These emissions arise, for example, in the production of purchased goods and services, in transport and logistics, through business travel, employee commuting, waste disposal or the use and disposal of the products manufactured by the company. 

Scope 3 is often the largest source of emissions for a company because it covers the entire supply chain and the life cycle of a product. Reducing Scope 3 emissions requires close collaboration with suppliers, partners and customers to promote sustainable practices and technologies along the entire value chain. This term is also defined in the Greenhouse Gas Protocol and represents a challenge because these emissions are often complex to capture and control. Nevertheless, considering Scope 3 is a crucial factor for a comprehensive climate protection strategy.