Carbon Neutral vs Net Zero; and why we should aim for the net zero

Net Zero forces a company to transform its operations to minimise emissions, while Carbon Neutrality often relies on 'buying off' emissions elsewhere. Hedgehog recommends avoiding "carbon neutral" and aiming for "net zero" for real environmental impact.

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The environmental effects of artificial snow making

What is the environmental impact of snowmaking on the environment? This article examines the water and energy consumption, as well as the ecological effects, of artificial snow production.

Time for the annual accounts; include the balance sheet of the future as well!

January! After you hand in all your financial calculations, don't forget to think about the balance sheet of the future. Carbon accounting helps you not only comply to regulations its can be of strategic importance too.

Understanding scope 3 emissions: A guide to upstream vs. downstream emission hotspots

Learn to identify and understand Scope 3 emission hotspots. This guide breaks down upstream vs. downstream emissions for EU SMEs, helping you focus your carbon reduction efforts effectively.

Why is a plastic wrap used around an organic cucumber?

In this article, we explain why an organic cucumber is wrapped in plastic, and what you can do to avoid it. But don´t worry there are alternatives.

The climate impact of packaging: what do we actually look at?

In this article, we discuss the role of packaging in a product’s sustainability. What really matters, and what should you pay attention to?

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Choosing the right Carbon Accounting software for small and medium enterprises

What is the best carbon accounting software for small and medium-sized firms? Our guide compares features, costs, and compliance to help you choose the right tool for accurate carbon reporting.

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All you need to know about ISO 14064

ISO 14064 provides organisations with a clear framework for measuring, reporting, and verifying CO2 emissions. It ensures transparency, compliance, better data, risk control and a credible path to real reductions.

Scope 1 & 2 carbon accounting from scratch: a step-by-step guide for beginners

Learn carbon accounting from scratch with our step-by-step guide for beginners. Understand how to measure your business's carbon footprint (Scope 1 & 2) in four simple steps.

Trends in carbon accounting: what SMEs need to watch for

Explore the trends in carbon accounting for SMEs, from Scope 3 emissions and changing regulations to technology and financial reporting. Stay ahead of the curve.

Circular economy strategies that directly reduce your carbon footprint

Learn how the circular economy directly reduces carbon emissions. Explore five practical strategies like designing for durability, PaaS models, and remanufacturing to lower your carbon footprint.

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How to collect Scope 3.1 "Purchased Goods and Services" data in 5 practical steps (Especially for SMEs)

How do you get carbon emission data from your suppliers? Scope 3 data collection can be challeging. Here we solve the five most important problems.

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