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ghg_logo.jpg Green House Gas Protocol: Calculation Tools and Guidance
Url: https://ghgprotocol.org/calculation-tools-and-guidance
Description:
GHG Protocol tools enable companies and cities to develop comprehensive and reliable inventories of their GHG emissions, and help countries and cities track progress toward their climate goals.

The Calculation Tools and Guidance page provides complete listing of all tools developed by GHG Protocol. These tools are organized into following categories:

  • Cross-sector tools: Applicable to many industries and businesses regardless of sector.
  • Country-specific tools: Customized for particular developing countries.
  • Sector-specific tools: Principally designed for the specific sector or industry listed, though they may be applicable to other situations.
  • Tools for countries and cities: These tools help countries and cities track progress toward their climate goals.
Benefits

These tools enable companies to develop comprehensive and reliable inventories of their GHG emissions. Each tool reflects best-practice methods that have been extensively tested by industry experts. Many tools are accompanied by a PDF guidance document, which provides step-by-step guidance on the use of a tool and should be consulted first. Most companies will need to apply more than one tool to cover their emissions.

Ease of Use: Moderate to hard Cost: Free
simap_logo.jpg Sustainability Indicator Management & Analysis Platform (SIMAP)
Url: https://unhsimap.org/home
Description:
Framework that helps organizations measure, manage, and improve their sustainability performance in a structured, data-driven way. SIMAP provides a framework of well-defined sustainability indicators — covering areas like:
* Environmental impact (energy, waste, water)
* Social performance (worker wellbeing, community engagement)
* Governance (policies, transparency)
For small businesses that may feel overwhelmed by sustainability topics, SIMAP highlights the most relevant metrics, so efforts aren’t scattered.
* SIMAP tracks data yearly
* Allows comparisons over time
* Shows where the business is improving or lagging
Even basic tracking (e.g., energy use monthly, waste generation) helps identify exactly what to improve first.

Benefits:
* Focus on key indicators
* Data tracking
* Better decisions
* Builds credibility
* Simplified reporting
* Continuous improvement
* Balanced sustainability
Ease of Use: Moderate to hard Cost: Free Basic Version; Paid subscription (tier based options).
fibretrace_logo.jpg FibreTrace MAPPED
Url: https://www.fibretrace.io/
Description:
A blockchain-powered digital traceability tool originally created for the textile and fashion industry that lets you map your supply chain from raw materials to finished products.

Key features:
* Digital chain-of-custody mapping
* Upload orders, shipping docs, and certifications
* Trace suppliers and materials via QR codes
* Works on cloud from any device

Best for: Small businesses in textiles/apparel or related materials wanting a cost-free way to start supply chain mapping and transparency.

Ease of Use: Moderate Cost: Free.
climateai_logo.jpg ClimateAi
Url: https://climate.ai/
Description:
ClimateAi is an AI-based climate intelligence platform that helps businesses understand and prepare for climate and weather risks. It uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze lots of climate and weather data so companies can make smarter decisions about how climate change might affect their operations, supply chains, crops, or other weather-sensitive activities.
ClimateAi was originally focused on food, agriculture and supply chains, but its tools are used by organizations in various industries to build resilience against climate volatility.

Tools offered by Climate Ai:
* ClimateLens™ Platform
* Actionable Insights & Dashboards
* APIs for Integration
* Climate Risk Assessment Tools
* Predictive & AI-Assisted Tools

Benefits:
* Better Planning for Weather Impacts – Small farms, supply or retail businesses can make smarter decisions about when to plant, stock inventory, or schedule deliveries based on reliable forecasts.
* Reduce Climate-Related Losses – Small producers and shops can anticipate extreme weather events (like droughts or storms) and prepare ahead (e.g., adjust harvest, protect stock), potentially saving money and losses.
* Integrate into Business Tech – Using the API, even digital apps or services used by small businesses (like farm planning tools or inventory systems) can access climate data to improve decision-making.
* Opportunity Identification – Understanding climate trends can help small businesses identify new markets or times to sell weather-sensitive products (e.g., seasonal demand shifts).

Ease of Use: Moderate to Difficult Cost: Paid enterprise B2B platform (Limited free ver.(conditions apply))
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