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Greenhouse Gas Emission Scopes Classification
Sort Emission Sources by GHG Protocol Scope
Drag each emission source to the correct scope category. Scope 1 includes direct emissions from owned sources, Scope 2 covers purchased energy, and Scope 3 includes all other value chain emissions.
Emission Sources to Classify
Company-owned vehicle fleet emissions
Purchased electricity for office buildings
Employee commuting to work
On-site combustion in boilers and furnaces
Use of sold products by customers
Purchased steam for heating facilities
Business travel by employees
Direct manufacturing process emissions
Waste generated in operations
Purchased cooling for data centers
Scope 1: Direct Emissions
Scope 2: Energy Indirect
Scope 3: Value Chain Indirect
Three Pillars of Sustainability
Classify Sustainability Aspects
Sort these sustainability considerations into Environmental, Social, and Economic pillars. Each pillar represents a fundamental aspect of sustainable development.
Sustainability Aspects
Biodiversity conservation
Human rights protection
Financial viability and growth
Climate change mitigation
Community engagement
Job creation and employment
Natural resource conservation
Workplace safety and health
Innovation and competitiveness
Environmental Sustainability
Social Sustainability
Economic Sustainability
UN Sustainable Development Goals Categories
Group SDGs by Focus Area
The 17 SDGs can be categorized by their primary focus. Sort these goals into Social, Environmental, and Economic categories.
Sustainable Development Goals
No Poverty (SDG 1)
Climate Action (SDG 13)
Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)
Quality Education (SDG 4)
Life Below Water (SDG 14)
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9)
Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3)
Life on Land (SDG 15)
Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)
Social Development Goals
Environmental Protection Goals
Economic Development Goals
Types of Greenwashing Practices
Classify Greenwashing Behaviors
Different types of greenwashing fall into specific categories. Sort these practices into traditional categories (Decoupling and Attention Deflection) or extended Planet Tracker categories.
Greenwashing Practices
Joining voluntary initiatives without changing practices
Selective disclosure of positive metrics only
Hiding in a crowd to evade detection
Highlighting small green features while damaging elsewhere
Shifting environmental blame to consumers
Making false claims and statements
Using misleading imagery and texts
Regularly changing ESG targets before achievement
Decoupling
Attention Deflection
Greencrowding
Greenlighting
Greenshifting
Greenrinsing
Life Cycle Assessment Process Sequence
Order the LCA Phases Correctly
Life Cycle Assessment follows a specific sequence of four phases according to ISO 14040. Drag each phase to its correct position in the process.
LCA Phases to Sequence
Interpretation: Evaluate completeness and develop conclusions
Goal and Scope Definition: Determine LCA purpose and boundaries
Impact Assessment: Characterize and categorize impacts
Inventory Analysis: Gather data on inputs and outputs
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Ecosystem Services Classification
Categorize Ecosystem Services by Type
Ecosystem services are classified into four main categories. Sort these services into Provisioning, Regulating, Cultural, and Supporting services.
Ecosystem Services
Food and fresh water supply
Climate regulation and carbon sequestration
Recreation and spiritual values
Soil formation and nutrient cycling
Timber and fiber production
Flood control and water purification
Educational and scientific values
Biodiversity maintenance
Pollination services
Provisioning Services
Regulating Services
Cultural Services
Supporting Services
Climate Risk Classification
Sort Risks into Physical and Transition Categories
Climate risks fall into two main categories. Physical risks result from climate change impacts, while transition risks arise from the shift to a low-carbon economy.
Climate Risk Examples
Sea level rise affecting coastal properties
Carbon pricing policy implementation
Extreme weather damaging infrastructure
Stranded fossil fuel assets
Drought impacting agricultural yields
Consumer preference shifts to sustainable products
Heat stress affecting worker productivity
New environmental regulations
Flooding disrupting supply chains
Technology advancement making assets obsolete
Physical Risks
Transition Risks
Climate Scenario Analysis Components
Complete the Scenario Analysis Framework
Fill in the key elements of climate scenario analysis used by organizations to assess future climate risks and opportunities.
Climate scenario analysis uses ____ scenarios to explore different climate futures. Organizations consider both ____ scenarios that align with 1.5°C-2°C warming and ____ scenarios with higher warming. The analysis requires ____ information available at reporting time and takes an ____ approach across multiple planning cycles. Companies often use ____ scenarios from organizations like IEA and IPCC rather than developing custom scenarios.
Scenario Analysis Terms
plausible
orderly transition
disorderly transition
reasonable and supportable
iterative
off-the-shelf
Climate Disclosure Framework Evolution
Match Frameworks to Their Characteristics
Connect each climate disclosure framework with its key characteristics and timeframe.
Frameworks
TCFD (2017-2023)
ISSB Standards (2023+)
Task Force Recommendations
IFRS S1 and S2
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Characteristics
Voluntary guidance framework
Mandatory reporting standards
Four pillars: Governance, Strategy, Risk Management, Metrics
Broader sustainability scope beyond climate
Net Zero Implementation Pathway
Sequence Net Zero Implementation Steps
Organizations follow a typical pathway when implementing net zero commitments. Put these steps in the logical order.
Net Zero Implementation Steps
Monitor progress and report publicly
Establish baseline emissions inventory
Develop science-based emission reduction targets
Conduct comprehensive emissions assessment across all scopes
Implement reduction strategies and offset remaining emissions
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Financed Emissions Calculation Formula
Complete the Financed Emissions Formula
Financial institutions calculate financed emissions using a specific formula. Fill in the missing components of this calculation method.
Financed Emissions Formula:
Financed Emissions = ____ × ____ × ____
Where the calculation requires the borrower's total ____, the financial institution's ____ amount, and the total ____ of the borrower.
Formula Components
Attribution Factor
Emissions
Outstanding Amount
emissions
outstanding loan
equity plus debt
Carbon Footprint Components
Classify Carbon Footprint Elements
A comprehensive carbon footprint assessment includes various emission sources and calculation methods. Sort these into the appropriate categories.
Carbon Footprint Elements
Direct combustion emissions
Grid electricity consumption
Supply chain transportation
Activity data collection
Emission factor application
Company vehicle fuel consumption
Product end-of-life disposal
Global Warming Potential conversion
Purchased steam and heating
Direct Emissions (Scope 1)
Energy Indirect (Scope 2)
Other Indirect (Scope 3)
Calculation Methodology
Climate Adaptation Strategy Types
Categorize Adaptation Approaches
Climate adaptation strategies can be classified as Structural, Non-structural, or Nature-based solutions. Sort these approaches into the correct categories.
Adaptation Strategies
Building sea walls and flood barriers
Early warning systems implementation
Wetland restoration for flood control
Strengthening building codes for extreme weather
Climate risk insurance programs
Urban forest expansion for cooling
Upgrading drainage infrastructure
Emergency response planning
Coral reef conservation
Structural Adaptations
Non-structural Adaptations
Nature-based Solutions
Science-Based Target Setting Process
Complete Science-Based Target Requirements
Fill in the key requirements and characteristics of science-based targets that align with climate science.
Science-based targets align with ____ science to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Companies must reduce emissions by ____ percent by 2030 to stay on track. The ____ initiative validates corporate targets. Companies must cover at least ____ percent of their Scope 1 and 2 emissions and ____ percent of Scope 3 emissions if they represent more than 40% of total emissions. Targets must be achieved within ____ to 15 years from the base year.
Science-Based Target Terms
climate
45
Science Based Targets
95
67
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PCAF Data Quality Scoring System
Match Data Quality Scores to Descriptions
The Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) uses a 5-point scoring system to rate data quality. Match each score with its characteristics.
PCAF Scores
Score 1 (Highest Quality)
Score 3 (Medium Quality)
Score 5 (Lowest Quality)
Score 2 (High Quality)
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Data Characteristics
Audited GHG emissions data (5-10% error margin)
Averaged sector-specific data
Estimated data with limited support (40-50% error)
Primary data without third-party verification
Net Zero Transition Plan Framework
Organize Transition Plan Components
Financial institution transition plans include five key components. Sort these elements into the correct framework areas.
Transition Plan Elements
Objectives and strategic priorities
Products and services alignment
Client portfolio engagement strategy
Performance metrics and targets
Board oversight and accountability
Business activities decarbonization
Industry collaboration initiatives
Progress monitoring systems
Risk management integration
Foundations
Implementation Strategy
Engagement Strategy
Metrics and Targets
Governance
Enterprise Risk Management Integration
Sequence ERM Integration Steps
Climate risk integration into Enterprise Risk Management follows a systematic approach. Put these steps in the correct order.
ERM Integration Steps
Monitor and review risk performance
Establish governance structures
Implement risk assessment processes
Integrate into strategic planning
Report and disclose climate risks
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Carbon Accounting Calculation Method
Complete the Basic Carbon Calculation Formula
Carbon accounting uses a standard formula to convert emissions data into CO2 equivalents. Fill in the components of this fundamental calculation.
Basic Carbon Calculation Formula:
____ Data × ____ Factor = Emissions × ____ = Emissions in CO2e
Example: 600,000 MMBTu × 53.06 kg CO2/MMBTu = 31,836 mt CO2