Individual Report Steps

Individual Report Steps

This option is available to all students. Even if you participated in the SDG Challenge if you wish to do this option it is allowed. Use appropriate visuals, such as charts or graphs, to present the data and make your findings more engaging.

Step 1:Choose an industry

Select three organisations that are engaged in manufacturing operations. It could include a companies you are familiar with, or an industry sector you want to explore.

Step 2: Collect Data

Conduct research and collect data on Scope 3 emissions for the chosen organisations/industry. Consider the various categories of Scope 3 emissions, such as purchased goods and services, transportation and distribution, business travel, employee commuting, and waste.

Usecredible sources, including company reports, sustainability reports, industry publications, and relevant databases, to gather accurate and comprehensive data.

Step 3: Data Analysis

Analyse the collected Scope 3 data and identify the major emission sources and hotspots within the value chain. Consider the significance of each emission category and its contribution to the organisation's overall carbon footprint.

Assess the relevance of the data in terms of environmental impact and potential for improvement.

Step 4: Scope 3 reporting evaluation

Evaluate the organisation's Scope 3 reporting practices. Assess the transparency, comprehensiveness, and accuracy of the disclosed Scope 3 emissions data.

Consider the presence of reduction targets, initiatives to engage suppliers and customers, and the overall effectiveness of the reporting in addressing environmental impact beyond organisational boundaries.

Step 5: Recommendations

Based on your analysis and evaluation, provide recommendations on how the organisation or industry can enhance their Scope 3 reporting and address the identified emission hotspots.

Consider strategies for collaboration with suppliers and customers, setting reduction targets, and implementing sustainable practices within the value chain.

Coverage of the project report

Page 1 - 2| Introduction to the report- This section should include the purpose of the report, methodology, and sources used to gather information, the scope of the report and any limitations of the report. Please include a figure and/or table.

Page 3| Industry Context and/or Reporting frameworks/standards/legislations relevant to the context (if any). Please include a figure and/or table.

Page 4 - 6| Sustainability strategies and reporting used by the three organizations. Please include at least one table.

Page 7 - 9| Issues and challenges of sustainability reporting faced by the three organizations. Please include at least one table.

Page 10| Conclusion Positives, Negatives and Surprises

Page 11| References (References may include annual reports, sustainability reports, journal articles, newspapers, other organisational reports, textbooks, and a minimum of 4 references and use APA 7th referencing style and can be found at https://ecu.au.libguides.com/referencing

Note:Ensure proper citation and referencing of all sources used in your research.