What is 'scope 3 emissions' in SAP MM-PUR - Purchasing?

scope 3 emissions - Overview

• Component: MM-PUR

• Component Name: Purchasing

• Description: Indirect emissions that are a consequence of the activities of the reporting company but occur from sources owned or controlled by another company, such as business flights.

scope 3 emissions - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions from sources that are not owned or controlled by an organization, but are related to the organization’s activities. In the context of SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, Scope 3 emissions refer to emissions from activities related to the purchase of goods and services. This includes emissions from the production, transportation, and disposal of purchased goods and services. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP MM-PUR Purchasing, organizations can track and monitor Scope 3 emissions by setting up a purchasing process that takes into account the environmental impact of their purchases. This includes setting up a system to track and monitor the environmental impact of suppliers, as well as setting up a system to track and monitor the environmental impact of purchased goods and services. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  Organizations should consider setting up a system to track and monitor Scope 3 emissions in order to ensure that their purchasing process is as sustainable as possible. Additionally, organizations should consider setting up a system to track and monitor the environmental impact of suppliers in order to ensure that they are sourcing from suppliers who are committed to reducing their own Scope 3 emissions. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Organizations can learn more about Scope 3 emissions by reading the Global Reporting Initiative’s (GRI) guidelines on Scope 3 emissions. Additionally, organizations can learn more about how