Streamlining Carbon Offsetting Across Four Countries

Managing carbon offsetting across multiple countries introduces complexity. Emissions data, utility structures, regulatory requirements, and supplier availability differ by region. For organizations committed to SBTi-aligned targets, ensuring compliance and competitive pricing requires a structured, disciplined approach. Through centralized emissions tracking and disciplined competitive tendering, the company achieved full Scope 1 and 2 offset coverage aligned with its carbon commitments, while securing optimal market pricing. This case demonstrates how structured data management, independent advisory oversight, and a competitive procurement process can transform carbon offsetting from an administrative requirement into a controlled, strategic decision.

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The company’s energy and emissions data were distributed across multiple countries and utility providers. Establishing a clear, defensible baseline for Scope 1 and 2 emissions required centralizing and validating consumption data.

At the same time, the procurement team needed to evaluate renewable energy certificates (RECs) and carbon credit suppliers across jurisdictions without overextending internal resources.

The objective was clear:

• Achieve full Scope 1 and 2 coverage
• Maintain compliance with corporate SBTi commitments
• Ensure pricing was competitive
• Avoid unnecessary internal administrative burden
  

1. Centralized Data and Emissions Calculation

Using the Envirally platform, an EMIS (Energy Management Information System), 360 Energy centralized all utility invoice data across four countries. This enabled precise consumption tracking and automated Scope 1 and 2 emissions calculations tailored to each site’s regional emission factors.

With verified emissions data in place, the company had a defensible foundation for offset procurement.

2. Monthly Energy & Carbon Coaching and Mentorship with Corporate and Site Teams

Once a month, we sat in with corporate and site teams to provide hands-on coaching and advice on their energy and carbon reduction activities. These were not one-off engagements. Consistent monthly cadence was what made them effective, building trust with the teams and allowing us to track progress, address roadblocks, and keep momentum going between sessions.

Underpinning these meetings was an Energy and Carbon Monitoring Information System that collected and reported energy and carbon data across all participating sites. Each month, this data tells the story where each site stood, whether actions taken since the last meeting were making a difference, and where to focus next to drive meaningful reductions in their carbon footprint.  

3. Competitive Tendering Process

Acting as an independent advisor, 360 Energy conducted comprehensive research of Tier 1 offset providers and initiated a structured, time-bound competitive tender process.

Offers were received for offsetting electricity, natural gas, and propane usage. Each submission was evaluated based on:

• Price
• Technology type
• Supplier credibility
  
• Alignment with the company’s SBTi commitments
  

Rather than selecting a single supplier, the final strategy diversified the offset portfolio across multiple providers to balance cost, compliance, and risk.

Full Scope 1 & 2 Offsetting:

Coverage achieved across Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Argentina.

Verified Competitive Pricing:

Competitive bidding reduced procurement costs.

Total Estimated Savings: USD $293,000

• USD $186,000 from Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)
• USD $107,000 from Carbon Credits

‍Procurement Efficiency:

Internal teams received a complete summary analysis and recommendation package. ‍

Expanded Supplier Access:

Identification of qualified offset providers not previously engaged. ‍‍

‍Return on Investment: 444%

‍So, for every dollar spent on this work they were getting back $4.44 in savings a very strong return.

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