A CARBON accounting platform aimed at supporting businesses on their net zero journey has been launched by Dumfriesshire solutions firm Eco Group.
The EcoMetrix offers a simple, easy-to-use solution for measuring, tracking and reporting carbon emissions.
It was unveiled to invited guests at Eco’s HQ in Annan last Friday.
Explaining more, Eco managing director Eddie Black said they have worked with carbon accounting firm CBN Expert to develop the platform, which is part of their EcoGoZero range of carbon mitigation strategies for businesses and organisations.
He added: “Our role is to work alongside businesses to help them access affordable carbon mitigation solutions to future-proof their organisations and give them a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
“Many businesses are experiencing pressure from clients and their supply chain to reduce their carbon footprint but it can be difficult to get to grips with the practicalities of where and how to start measuring your emissions.
“EcoMetrix allows you to understand what your business emits and to identify ways in which you can reduce your carbon footprint. Ultimately, it should be treated in the same way as financial accounting: it keeps track of emissions rather than money.”
Eddie said carbon accounting could save costs and improve efficiencies for businesses, as well as being good for the planet.
He said: “Implementing carbon accounting into our own business has enabled us to identify areas in which we can use less and waste less, which has a direct impact on our bottom line.
“It also ensures that we are prepared for the marketplace of the future and any legislative requirements.”
EcoMetrix is compliant with the UK Government’s Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) regulations, and international carbon accounting standard, the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol. The GHG Protocol categorises carbon emissions into three groups or ‘scopes’, with scope one generated by the business; scope two from indirect sources via energy use; and scope three from indirect emissions generated by the supply chain.
