Funded by the DfE, Climate Ambassadors match volunteer climate experts with education settings.
Part of Let’s Go Zero, Climate Action Advisors are independent experts who offer free support for schools, colleges, and nurseries across England.
Audit your Scope 3 data
Identify what information about Scope 3 emissions you are already collecting at your setting. Scope 3 data relates to any greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions your setting is responsible for across a range of areas.
Survey all significant suppliers and partnerships
This actions involves asking your significant suppliers and partners to provide information about their organisation and the products and services they provide, that will help you to more accurately calculate your carbon footprint.
Collect Scope 3 data
Work with your suppliers to gather information on the products and services that are relevant to your Scope 3 areas of focus.
Analyse your Scope 3 data
Scope 3 emissions, which come from activities like procurement, waste, travel and commuting, often represent the largest portion of your overall emissions.
Prioritise your Scope 3 focus areas
Once you have audited and analysed your Scope 3 data, you should prioritise any areas that you would like to focus on improving the quality and completeness of the data for.