Scope One and Two Emissions
GOAL: Net zero scope one and two emissions
Goal update
Baseline: 3,092 MtCO2e
Goal: 309 MtCO2e
What does achieving Net Zero mean?
To be Net Zero, an organization must reduce their scope one and two emissions by 90%. The remaining 10% could be accounted for with carbon offsets.
Tracked Emissions
Scope One
Stationary Combustion: 580 MtCO2e
Mobile Combustion: 69 MtCO2e
Refrigerants: 83 MtCO2e
Scope Two
Electricity: 2,359 MtCO2e
What are Scope One and Two Emissions?
Scope one and two are greenhouse gas emissions that come directly from GreenState as a result of us operating. Specifically, scope one emissions are a product of either burning fuels (ex. natural gas for heating), or gasses that leak from systems (ex. refrigerants). Scope two emissions come from the fuel used by utilities to produce electricity, steam, heat, or cooling.
EnergyStar
What is EnergyStar?
EnergyStar is a program administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that scores products and buildings based on their energy efficiency. Scoring is based on a 1-100 scale where the more efficient the building, the higher the score. A score of 50 represents the median energy performance. If a location has a score of 75 or higher, it can be eligible for EnergyStar certification.
GreenState’s EnergyStar Score Highlights
Average Score: 52
High Score: 82
Locations with a score greater than or equal to 75:
- Fort Dodge
- Iowa City, Iowa Ave.
- Iowa City, Mormon Trek
- Des Moines SW 9th St.
- Oakbrook 22nd St.
