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Upstream Emissions

Definition

Emissions from all activities that take place before the production of a product; covers raw material extraction, processing, and supply chain activities, and generally constitutes a significant portion of Scope 3 emissions.

Real-Life Example

Raw material production

Example Scenario

A producer collects data from its suppliers to calculate its upstream emissions.

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