Carbon Accounting Tech Evolves As ESG Demands Increase
DataCenter Knowledge, February 17th, 2023
As enterprises attempt to trim their carbon footprint and avoid accusations of greenwashing, the need to adopt a sound carbon accounting framework is vital. But the shift toward accuracy and transparency can prove daunting.
Carbon accounting isn't a new concept. For more than two decades, the Greenhouse Gas Protocol has guided companies toward net zero. Yet the path to progress has been choked with obstacles. For many organizations, carbon accounting methods have remained somewhat vague and confusing, while inconsistent regulation has spawned laissez-faire behavior and actions.