S03E11 - Profit/Planet - Cracking the Carbon Code: One System to Rule Them All

In this episode of the Supply Chain Dialogues, host Daniel Helmig and AI co-host AImee work through the details of global, regional, and local greenhouse gas regulations. They stress the importance of understanding the Greenhouse Gas Protocol's Scope 1, 2, and 3 requirements as a foundation for compliance with more specific rules such as the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, Germany's Supply Chain Due Diligence Act, and France's Climate and Resilience Law. The episode offers practical advice on data collection, risk management, and compliance strategies, emphasising the benefits of finding the right consolidated approach to meet diverse regulatory demands. Daniel and AImee discuss companies' challenges due to overlapping regulations and provide actionable tips for navigating this complex legal environment.

00:00 Introduction to the Supply Chain Dialogues

00:18 Understanding Greenhouse Gas Regulations

02:03 Breaking Down the GHG Protocol

03:00 Scope 1: Direct Emissions

04:13 Scope 2: Purchased Electricity

05:33 Scope 3: Indirect Emissions

09:30 Navigating European Regulations

11:36 Germany's Ambitious Climate Regulations

19:25 France's Comprehensive Climate Legislation

27:44 Recent Regulatory Changes and Future Outlook

34:06 Strategic Compliance Approaches

38:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Daniel Helmig

Daniel Helmig is the CEO & founder of helmig advisory AG. He was an operations executive for several decades, overseeing global supply chains, procurement, operations, quality management, out- and in-sourcing, and major corporate overhauls. His experience spans five industries: OEM automotive, semiconductor, power and automation, food and beverage, and banking.

https://helmigadvisory.com
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