This guide shows how to analyze that impact in Emitwise.
Introduction
Supplier-specific data often replaces generic industry averages, lowering your reported emissions and giving a more accurate view of your supply chain’s footprint. This guide shows how to analyze that impact in Emitwise.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Check the Impact Metric at a Glance
- In Analyze / Suppliers Overview, locate the Emissions Decrease from Supplier-Specific Data metric.
- This displays the percentage reduction achieved by using real supplier data instead of general industry factors.
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Dive Deeper into Emissions Breakdown
- Go to Analyze / Emissions Overview.
- In the top toolbar, find the Compare dropdown.
- Select Impact of Supplier EFs (emission factors).
- The dashboard updates to compare your emissions with vs. without supplier-specific data.
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Ask Key Questions
- Which suppliers contribute most to the reduction?
- Which suppliers still use industry averages?
- How can I encourage more suppliers to provide specific data?
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Use Filters to Narrow Focus
- Filter by supplier type, region, or spend category to see how different segments are performing.
- Example: If you have a large portion of spend in Asia, check whether those suppliers are providing specific data.
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Act on Your Insights
- Engage suppliers with incomplete data to unlock further emission reductions.
- Showcase success stories from suppliers who lowered your overall emissions through detailed disclosures.
Common Issues/Tips
- Tip: Keep your communications with suppliers ongoing; data quality improves over time with consistent engagement.
- Issue: A supplier’s data might appear inconsistent if their reported revenue or emissions are incomplete. Check their Data Quality column and follow up directly.
Conclusion
Accurate data drives significant emission reductions and helps pinpoint areas for further improvement. With these steps, you can analyze and leverage supplier-specific information to make evidence-based decisions.