Paving the Way to Net Zero - Carbon Emission Baseline Development
In response to the commitment to achieve net-zero status by 2035 and the declaration of a climate emergency in December 2019, Impera and Lichfield developed a carbon emission baseline tool for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions across the district. The primary goal was to support and inform the creation of a comprehensive climate action plan.
The objectives were:​
​
-
Develop a carbon emission baseline tool for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions.
-
Collect data across all relevant assets.
-
Support and inform the creation of a robust climate action plan.
​
Impera developed the following solutions:
​
-
Data Collection: Conducted comprehensive data collection across all relevant assets to ensure a thorough understanding of the carbon footprint.
-
Utility Data Aggregator: Deployed an innovative automated data preparation tool capable of processing 100+ utility bills in just 3 minutes, streamlining the data compilation process for emission calculations.
-
Coaching: Provided coaching and guidance to the internal climate and ecology policy team to enhance their capacity and understanding.
-
Data visualisation using PowerBi.
​
The results had an internal and external impact! A culture of meticulous data recording and collation of energy usage within the organization was established.
​
​
​
The internal climate and ecology policy team was empowered with enhanced knowledge and skills. The developed carbon emission baseline serves as a crucial foundation for informed decision-making and the development of effective strategies to achieve the net-zero commitment.
​
Recognition: The project sponsor received the prestigious "Rising Star Award" at the Local Government Awards in 2023, highlighting the exceptional impact of the initiative
Impact on society:
​
Impera's expertise and innovative solutions not only addressed the urgent need for a carbon emission baseline but also contributed to the establishment of a data-driven culture within the organization. The recognition received at the Local Government Awards for the project sponsor and their wider work signifies the sector's acknowledgement that net zero is a growing policy area which requires the right tools and attention. The Impera team piloted our Utility Data Aggregator tool to support Lichfield's team in organising its energy data.
