Why Carbon Tracking is Essential to Your Business
You can’t reduce what you don’t measure. Carbon tracking gives you a clear, consistent picture of your energy use and greenhouse gas emissions, so you can set credible targets, track progress and report with confidence.
- Meet reporting requirements: investors, lenders and regulators increasingly expect robust emissions data, whether through GRESB, the EPRA Sustainability Best Practices Recommendations (sBPR) or CSRD/ESRS for companies in scope.
- Improve your ESG benchmark scores: in the GRESB Real Estate Assessment, the Performance component accounts for 70% of the score for standing investments. It relies on measured data such as energy use and GHG emissions.
- Keep up with the market: in Greece, the value of real estate assets assessed under GRESB grew from €2.4 billion in 2022 to over €6 billion in 2025. Reliable carbon data is quickly becoming the norm.
- Cut costs, not just carbon: tracking consumption asset by asset reveals inefficiencies and shows where energy upgrades will pay back fastest.
- Build a credible decarbonization pathway: a solid emissions baseline is the starting point for any net zero strategy and for showing real progress over time.
A Carbon Tracking Solution Built for Modern Businesses
Carbon Footprint & GHG Inventory
We calculate the carbon footprint of your organization and your portfolio in line with the GHG Protocol. This covers Scope 1 (direct emissions), Scope 2 (purchased electricity, heating and cooling) and the relevant Scope 3 categories, such as emissions from energy used by tenants in your buildings.
Energy & Emissions Data Collection
Data collection is often the hardest part. We gather consumption data from utility bills, meters and tenants, check it for gaps and errors, and organize it asset by asset so it is complete and comparable year on year.
KPIs & Performance Tracking
We track the indicators that matter for real estate, so you can see how each asset and the whole portfolio is performing:
- absolute and like-for-like energy consumption
- GHG emissions
- energy and carbon intensity per m²
- data coverage
Targets & Progress Monitoring
We help you set a baseline and decarbonization targets, then monitor progress against them, showing where you are on track and where action is needed.
Reporting & Verification Support
We prepare your data for GRESB, EPRA sBPR, CSRD/ESRS and sustainability reports, and support you through third-party verification or assurance.
Why Choose DCarbon as Your Carbon Accounting Consultant?
- Real estate focus: we understand landlord and tenant data, leased assets and portfolio reporting, the areas where general carbon tracking companies often struggle.
- Hands-on GRESB and EPRA experience: we support real estate companies through their GRESB assessments and EPRA sBPR reporting every year, so we know exactly what data is needed and how it is assessed.
- From data to action: we combine greenhouse gas accounting with energy modeling, life cycle assessment and green building certification, so tracking leads to real reductions.
- Clear and consistent methodology: we follow recognized standards such as the GHG Protocol and document every assumption, so your data stands up to investor and auditor scrutiny.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is carbon accounting?
Carbon accounting is the process of measuring and reporting the greenhouse gas emissions of an organization, asset or product. It translates activities such as energy use, travel or purchased goods into tonnes of CO₂-equivalent (tCO₂e), giving a clear baseline for setting targets and tracking progress.
What is greenhouse gas accounting?
Greenhouse gas accounting is essentially another term for carbon accounting. It covers all major greenhouse gases, not only CO₂, and is usually based on the GHG Protocol. The GHG Protocol groups emissions into Scope 1 (direct), Scope 2 (indirect, from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (other indirect emissions across the value chain).
Is there a greenhouse gas accounting certification?
There is no single certificate for carbon accounting. A GHG inventory can be prepared in line with recognized standards such as the GHG Protocol or ISO 14064-1 and then independently verified by a third party. Verified data adds credibility for investors, lenders and ESG benchmarks.
What data is needed to calculate a building’s carbon footprint?
Mainly energy consumption data (electricity, natural gas, heating oil, district heating or cooling), ideally for at least 12 months, along with refrigerant top-ups, floor area and occupancy information. For a full picture, tenant energy use, water and waste data can also be included.
How long does a carbon footprint assessment take?
It depends on the number of assets, the scope of the assessment and how easily the data is available.
Ready to Take Control of Your Carbon Footprint?
Start with a clear emissions baseline and turn your data into a decarbonization advantage.