Scope 2 Standard Advances: ISB Approves Consultation on Market- and Location-Based Revisions; Signals Cross-Sectoral Work Ahead on Avoided Emissions

We are currently in the process of updating our corporate suite of standards and guidance, including the Scope 2 Guidance. Recently, GHG Protocol’s Independent Standards Board approved the location-based and market-based method revisions proposed by the Scope 2 Technical Working Group for public consultation this fall. Read the blog for four key takeaways regarding the status of the scope 2 revisions process.

Register Today: GHG Protocol at Value Change Initiative’s Net Zero Value Chains Event

GHG Protocol will participate in Net Zero Value Chains, presented by Value Change Initiative on Wednesday, September 24 during New York Climate Week. The event will explore how companies can navigate the evolving landscape for corporate climate action by embracing proven methods, aligning with updated guidance, and unlocking scalable, high-impact solutions for Scope 3 decarbonization. You'll hear from Pankaj Bhatia, Greenhouse Gas Protocol Global Director (WRI) and other global experts on the future of emissions accounting. Register here.  

New Corporate Standard FAQ Video: How Does GHG Protocol Define and Categorize Emissions?

Hande Baybar, Corporate Standard Manager at GHG Protocol walks viewers through how the Corporate Standard defines and categorizes greenhouse gas emissions into direct and indirect sources across scope 1, 2 and 3. Watch the video to learn more and read the Corporate Standard FAQ to find more answers to common Corporate Standard questions.

Governance Update: Complaints and Concerns Procedure Now Live

The Complaints and Concerns Procedure outlines the procedures for handling and responding to complaints or concerns relating to the ongoing revisions or development of GHG Protocol’s Standards. You can read the procedure here. All Complaints and concerns should be submitted through this form.

Scope 3 Frequently Asked Questions: Installment #4

Nine new FAQs have been added to our Scope 3 resource with details on where to find more information in the standard and guidance. You can explore the updated resource here.

Independent Standards Board Q&A Blog Series: Pieter Gagnon  

In the latest installment of our Independent Standards Board Q&A series, Pieter Gagnon, Research Associate at the Colorado school of Mines and member of GHG Protocol’s ISB, shares how his background in engineering, economics and policy informs his work. He spoke about his leadership on the Cambium Project, the value of both attributional and consequential analysis in emissions accounting and his advice for those starting out in climate and sustainability careers. Read the full interview here.

Register Today: GHG Protocol at Carbon Accounting Alliance Conference  

Maia Kutner, GHG Protocol Global Director (WBCSD), will speak at the “Ask Me Anything with the Standards Bodies” session alongside representatives from SBTi and ISO at the 2025 Carbon Accounting Alliance Conference on October 7, 2025. This will be an interactive forum to discuss the latest releases from GHG Protocol and SBTi, where attendees can ask questions. Register here.  

GHG Protocol Secondment Opportunity  

This is a unique secondment opportunity to support the GHG Protocol Secretariat on the ongoing corporate standards development and revisions process. As a secondee, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge of GHG accounting and reporting and to work together with a highly skilled and motivated team. Learn more about the opportunity here. Interested organizations and individuals should send application materials to Claudia Fonseca at Claudia.Fonseca@wri.org. GHG Protocol will review the applications on an ongoing basis.

Seeking Applicants for Open Positions

The GHG Protocol Secretariat is looking for experienced individuals to join our team. Full position descriptions and application information can be found here:

• Director, Actions and Market Instruments
• Manager, Actions and Market Instruments
• Manager, Scope 3 Standard

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