Which aspect is Scope 2 emissions?

• A. Direct emissions from owned sources
• B. Indirect emissions from purchased electricity
• C. Other indirect emissions
• D. Emissions from fugitives

Answer: (B)

Scope 2 emissions are the indirect emissions from the generation of purchased electricity used by the organization. These emissions occur offsite at power plants or other facilities that generate the electricity you buy, making them indirect for your reporting even though you consume the energy.

Direct emissions from owned sources are Scope 1, since they come from activities you own or control on your site. Other indirect emissions belong to Scope 3 and cover a wide range of value-chain activities not owned or controlled by you, like supplier emissions or business travel. Emissions from fugitives (leaks from equipment) are typically Scope 1 because they originate from your own assets.