What is Emission Reduction Unit in SAP EHS-CI - SAP Carbon Impact?

SAP Term: Emission Reduction Unit

• Component: EHS-CI

• Component Name: SAP Carbon Impact

• Description: Unit of emission reduction generated by a Joint Implementation JI project. ERUs are tradable commodities which can be used by Annex 1 countries to help them meet their commitment under the Kyoto Protocol.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Emission Reduction Unit (ERU) is a unit of measurement used to quantify the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions that have been reduced or avoided. It is used in the SAP Carbon Impact component of the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) module. ERUs are calculated based on the amount of CO2 emissions that have been reduced or avoided through a specific activity, such as energy efficiency measures or renewable energy projects.
  
  How to use it: 
  ERUs are used to measure the impact of an organization’s carbon reduction activities. The SAP Carbon Impact component allows organizations to track their ERU usage and calculate their total carbon footprint. This information can then be used to set targets for reducing emissions and to monitor progress towards those targets.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When calculating ERUs, it is important to consider all sources of emissions, including direct and indirect sources. Additionally, organizations should ensure that their ERU calculations are accurate and up-to-date in order to accurately measure their carbon footprint.
  
  Related Information: 
  The SAP Carbon Impact component is part of the EHS module, which also includes modules for managing hazardous materials, waste management, and occupational health and safety. Additionally, organizations can use the SAP Carbon Impact component to track their progress towards sustainability goals and report on their carbon footprint.