Sustainability now: GHG reporting questions answered

A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com.We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability.With the first wave of companies reporting under the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), we address some practical implementation questions about GHG emissions reporting and provide practical examples to help companies apply the ESRS requirements.In this episode, we discuss:2:45 – Organizational boundary guidance under the GHG Protocol versus ESRS, including insights on some challenges companies are facing5:27 – Reporting emissions from leased assets13:13 – Reporting emissions associated with investment entities18:33 – Scope 3 measurement and minimum boundaries44:02 – Determining relevant scope 3 categories50:25 – Complexities when disclosing targetsLooking for more on GHG emissions reporting?*Refer to our publication on the EU Omnibus proposals to amend certain of the reporting requirements, including some that may be mentioned in this episode (this episode was recorded prior to the release of the Omnibus)Watch or listen in to last week’s video podcast, Sustainability now: GHG measurement made manageableCheck out our GHG miniseries, Talking GHG, along with other Sustainability now episodesRead Chapter 7 of PwC’s Sustainability reporting guide, Greenhouse gas emissions reportingFollow our series and subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay in the loopAbout our guestMarcin Olewinski is a PwC Assurance practice partner, with over 20 years of experience bringing valued perspectives and insights to large clients in the energy sector. Additionally, he’s focused extensively within PwC’s National Office on greenhouse gas emissions and sustainability reporting and leads PwC’s global technical working group focused on GHG.About our hostHeather Horn is the PwC National Office Sustainability and Thought Leader, responsible for developing our communications strategy and conveying firm positions on accounting, financial reporting, and sustainability matters. In addition, she is part of PwC’s global sustainability leadership team, developing interpretive guidance and consulting with companies as they transition from voluntary to mandatory sustainability reporting. She is also the engaging host of PwC’s accounting and reporting weekly podcast and quarterly webcast series.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to [email protected]. Did you enjoy this episode? Text us your thoughts and be sure to include the episode name.