Just Transition Help Desk - The Employers' Federation of Pakistan

Welcome to the EFP Just Transition Help Desk, your gateway to practical support on Just Transition.

Designed for businesses and SMEs, the Help Desk provides guidance, knowledge resources, self-assessment tools, and access to expert advice to help enterprises build resilience and improve sustainability.

How We Can Help?

Understand Just Transition and its business implications
Access practical tools, guides, and self-assessment resources
Receive technical guidance and referrals to experts
Stay informed on national policies, regulations, and global developments shaping the Just Transition agenda
Connect with partners and peer learning networks

Services

Just Transition Assessment Tool

Assess your organization’s readiness for a Just Transition across Decent Work and Environmental Sustainability. The tool identifies improvement opportunities and provides a baseline Scope 1 and Scope 2 carbon footprint assessment to support your sustainability journey.

Awareness Sessions & Capacity Building

EFP offers awareness sessions and trainings on Just Transition, emerging sustainability requirements, national policies, regulatory developments, and global trends.

ESG & Sustainability Advisory

Access guidance on ESG, responsible business conduct, due diligence, and integration of decent work principlesthat support a fair and inclusive Just Transition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find answers to commonly asked questions about Just Transition, climate change, sustainability, labour standards, and responsible business practices. Our FAQs are designed to help businesses and SMEs better understand key concepts, regulatory developments, and the practical steps they can take towards a fair and sustainable transition.

General QuestionsUnderstanding Emission ScopesData CollectionCalculating EmissionsReporting

1. What are greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions?

Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere and contribute to climate change. The most common GHGs emitted by businesses are:
– Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
– Methane (CH₄)
– Nitrous oxide (N₂O)
– Refrigerant gases (HFCs)
Emissions are typically reported as carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e)..

2. Why should SMEs measure their GHG emissions?

– Measuring GHG emissions helps SMEs:
– Meet customer and buyer requirements
– Identify opportunities to reduce energy costs
– Improve operational efficiency
– Prepare for future climate-related regulations
– Demonstrate commitment to sustainability
– Support access to international markets

3. Is GHG reporting mandatory in Pakistan?

Currently, mandatory GHG reporting depends on the applicable legal and regulatory requirements and the sector. However, many international buyers, financial institutions, and supply chains increasingly request emissions data from suppliers.

4. What is a carbon footprint?

A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gas emissions generated directly and indirectly by an organization’s activities during a specific reporting period.

5. What does CO₂e mean?

CO₂e (Carbon Dioxide Equivalent) is a standard unit that combines different greenhouse gases into a single measure based on their global warming potential.

6. What are Scope 1 emissions?

Scope 1 emissions are direct emissions from sources owned or controlled by the company, such as:
– Diesel generators
– Company-owned vehicles
– Boilers
– Furnaces
– LPG or natural gas combustion
– Refrigerant leakage

7. What are Scope 2 emissions?

Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heating, or cooling consumed by the business.
For most SMEs in Pakistan, purchased electricity is the largest Scope 2 emission source.

8. What information is required to calculate GHG emissions?

Typical activity data include:
– Electricity consumption (kWh)
– Diesel consumption (litres)
– Petrol consumption (litres)
– Natural gas consumption (m³)
– LPG consumption (kg or litres)
– Refrigerant refilling records
– Vehicle fuel consumption
– Production volume (optional for intensity calculations).

9. Where can I find the required data?

Data may be available from:
– Utility bills
– Fuel purchase invoices
– Generator logs
– Vehicle fuel records
– Maintenance records
– Production reports
– Finance or procurement records

10. How often should GHG data be collected?

It is recommended to collect data monthly and prepare a complete GHG inventory annually.

11. How are GHG emissions calculated?

Emissions are generally calculated using the following formula:
GHG Emissions = Activity Data × Emission Factor
For example:
Electricity used × Electricity emission factor = CO₂e emissions

12. What is an emission factor?

An emission factor converts activity data (such as litres of diesel or kWh of electricity) into greenhouse gas emissions.

13. Which reporting standard should SMEs follow?

The GHG Protocol Corporate Standard is the most widely used international framework and is recommended for SMEs beginning their GHG journey.

14. How often should SMEs prepare a GHG inventory?

Most organizations prepare a GHG inventory once each year using a consistent reporting period.

15. What is emissions intensity?

Emissions intensity compares GHG emissions to a business activity, such as:
– tCO₂e per tonne of product
– tCO₂e per unit produced
– tCO₂e per employee
– tCO₂e per million PKR of revenue
Tracking intensity helps measure efficiency improvements over time.

16. What are the biggest sources of emissions in manufacturing SMEs?

– Typical sources include:
– Purchased electricity
– Diesel generators
– Natural gas or LPG used in boilers and production
– Company vehicles
– Refrigerant leakage
– Raw material transportation

Disclaimer: The FAQs are aligned with internationally recognized approaches such as the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard while remaining practical and accessible for Pakistani SMEs beginning their carbon management journey.

Need Help?

Contact Person: Syed Abaan – Project Coordinator
Email Us at ptajt@efp.org.pk or
Give us a call at +92-21-3243-9346

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