Aclymate’s reporting feature lets you generate yearly and quarterly specific emissions reports and then interpret each section to satisfy frameworks like SBTi, CDP, Ecovadis, B Corp, and more. This two-part guide walks you through generating the report in-app, then understanding its structure and purpose.

Part 1: Generate Your Yearly Report

1. Switch to Timeframe View

   • Navigate to your Carbon Accounting Summary page.

   • Click the Y (Year) or M buttons in the time-selector above the emissions graph to aggregate data for that time period.
     

1. Select Your Year or Quarter

   • In the bar chart, click the bar for the time you need.

   • A “Show Report” button appears once that bar is highlighted.
     

1. Show & Export

   • Click Show Report to render your annual report in PDF format.

   • From there, you can download, print, or share it directly with stakeholders.

Part 2: Read & Interpret Your Annual Report

Once you have the PDF in hand, here’s how to navigate each section:

1. Company Statement & Metadata

• Purpose: Sets context by explaining why your organization issued this report (e.g., transparency, compliance).

• Contents: A brief mission-style note, the report date, and the reporting period (start and end dates).

• Tip: Always confirm the reporting period matches the year or timeframe you intend to present.

2. Emissions Summary (At-a-Glance)

• Purpose: Provides a high-level snapshot of your total emissions, broken down by Scope 1 (direct), Scope 2 (purchased), and Scope 3 (value-chain).

• Contents: A summary table or call-out boxes that show totals for each scope plus any intensity metrics (e.g., per employee or per square foot).

• Tip: Use these totals to frame your year-over-year progress or to benchmark against industry peers.

3. Quarterly Emissions Trend

• Purpose: Visualizes how your emissions changed each quarter, highlighting seasonal patterns or operational shifts.

• Contents: A bar chart displaying total emissions per quarter (Q1–Q4).

• Tip: Look for spikes or dips that align with known events (e.g., cold weather, equipment upgrades) so you can investigate further.

4. Scope 1 Detail (Direct Emissions)

• Purpose: Breaks down emissions from on-site fuel use—like natural gas for heating or fuel for equipment.

• Contents: Sub-sections for each direct-emissions category, a quarterly trend chart, and notes on what’s included vs. excluded.

• Tip: Compare these categories against operational logs (e.g., utility bills, maintenance records) to uncover efficiency opportunities.

5. Scope 2 Detail (Purchased Electricity)

• Purpose: Shows emissions from grid electricity you consume, and optionally how renewable procurement adjusts those figures.

• Contents: A summary of electricity-related emissions, a chart by quarter, plus a note on market- vs. location-based accounting if you’ve procured renewables.

• Tip: If you use renewable energy certificates (RECs) or on-site generation, check the market-based adjustment section to see your true net emissions.

6. Scope 3 Detail (Value-Chain Emissions)

• Purpose: Covers all indirect emissions across your upstream and downstream activities—commuting, travel, supply-chain purchases, waste, etc.

• Contents: A ranked list of Scope 3 categories by contribution, a quarterly chart, and guidance on which categories you can influence directly.

• Tip: Identify your top Scope 3 hotspots (e.g., employee travel or supplier emissions) for targeted reduction programs or supplier engagement.

7. Facility & Methodology Breakdowns

• Purpose: Provides granular views by site and explains the accounting methods applied.

• Contents:

  • Location vs. Market-Based Scope 2: How regional grid factors differ from your purchased green energy.

  • Facility Emissions Summary: Each location’s share of Scope 1 and 2, plus activity-type breakdowns (e.g., gas vs. electricity).

  • Methodology Notes: References to GHG Protocol alignment, emission factors, and any assumptions.

• Tip: Use facility-level insights to prioritize capital projects (e.g., efficiency retrofits) at your highest-impact sites.

8. Disclaimers & Footnotes

• Purpose: Clarifies data scope, methodology limitations, and intended use.

• Contents: Standard disclaimers about input data accuracy, lack of third-party verification, and informational/planning intent only.

• Tip: Reference these when sharing externally to manage expectations and maintain transparency.

🔍 Next Steps & Resources

• In-App Exploration: Use filters for date ranges, scopes, or facilities to drill deeper.

• Export Options: Download CSVs or take additional PDF snapshots for presentations and audits.

• Target Setting: Leverage Aclymate’s goal module to define reduction pathways based on this report’s baseline.

If you need help at any stage—generating, interpreting, or sharing—just click the in-app chat or reach out to support@aclymate.com.