From estimates to metered reality
Early carbon accounting relied heavily on generic emission factors and high‑level estimates. Today, more granular data, smart meters and IoT solutions allow a much closer link between real‑world activity and reported emissions.
Why digital platforms matter
Digital platforms aggregate data from multiple sites, assets and suppliers, convert it into consistent carbon metrics and make it usable for decision‑making. They also help align regulatory reporting with internal management dashboards.
Investment implications
Reliable carbon data improves capital allocation: it makes it easier to prioritise projects with the highest abatement impact per unit of capital, and to track delivery over time.