Understanding Carbon Footprint: Our Step Towards Climate Action

Businesses are becoming more aware of their role in reducing environmental impact as the globe struggles with the urgent need to address climate change. Calculating an organization’s carbon footprint, also known as carbon footprinting, is an essential first step. Businesses can better understand their environmental effect and spot opportunities for reduction by calculating the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions linked to their operations. In this article, we will explore the concept of carbon footprint and delve into Rubis Energie‘s goals and strategies for emissions reduction.

What is Carbon Footprint?

At its core, a carbon footprint measures the total GHG emissions produced directly and indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product. It serves as a comprehensive assessment tool that allows businesses to understand their major emission sources and identify potential areas for improvement. Moreover, calculating a carbon footprint provides an initial benchmark against which progress can be measured, enabling the development of effective carbon reduction plans.

Our Commitment to Climate Action

Aligned with the targets set by the Paris Agreement, Rubis Energie is actively developing its strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The company has set an ambitious objective to achieve a 30% reduction in emissions by 2030, compared to 2019 levels, for scopes 1 and 2 emissions. Scope 1 emissions refer to direct emissions from owned or controlled sources, while scope 2 encompasses indirect emissions from purchased electricity, heat, or steam. 

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Understanding the Current Scenario

A comprehensive analysis of the Rubis Eastern Caribbean emissions profile reveals valuable insights into the major contributors. Among scope 1 emissions, shipping is the most significant contributor, followed by vehicle emissions and self-generation.

Strategies to Achieve Emission Reductions

Rubis Energie has identified several key strategies to achieve its emission reduction targets. These strategies focus on improving accuracy in carbon reporting, raising awareness, identifying focus areas, and developing a comprehensive plan for emission reduction. Notably, the company intends to prioritize its efforts on the largest contributors to its carbon footprint, namely shipping and third-party haulage.

Improving Accuracy of Carbon Reporting: Accurate and reliable data is vital for effective emissions management. Rubis Energie is committed to enhancing the accuracy of its carbon reporting processes, ensuring that emissions are properly measured and accounted for.

Raising Awareness: Awareness plays a crucial role in driving behavioral change and encouraging sustainable practices. Rubis Energie aims to raise awareness among its employees, stakeholders, and customers about the importance of reducing carbon emissions and the steps they can take to contribute to the company’s goals.

Identifying Focus Areas: By conducting detailed assessments of its operations, Rubis Energie will identify specific focus areas where emission reductions can be maximized. This approach allows for targeted efforts and resource allocation towards the most significant emission sources.

Developing a Comprehensive Plan: A well-defined carbon reduction plan is essential for achieving emission reduction targets. Rubis Energie is actively developing a plan that incorporates actionable strategies, milestones, and performance indicators to track progress over time.

Prioritizing Shipping and Third-Party Haulage: Given that shipping represents the largest contributor to Rubis Energie’s carbon footprint, the company will allocate substantial resources and attention to improving sustainability in this sector. Additionally, addressing emissions associated with third-party haulage will be a priority, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the entire supply chain.

Taking Steps Towards a Sustainable Future

By understanding and addressing our carbon footprint, we can play our part in combating climate change. With a clear focus on reducing emissions, improving reporting accuracy, raising awareness, identifying focus areas, and developing a comprehensive plan, our company is actively working towards its emission reduction goals. Through targeted efforts in shipping and third-party haulage, the company aims to make a substantial impact on its carbon footprint.

As more businesses recognize the importance of carbon footprinting, it is crucial to embrace sustainable practices and take steps towards a greener future. By calculating and actively reducing carbon emissions, organizations can contribute to global climate goals and create a positive environmental legacy for generations to come.