Carbon Footprint: From Data to Decision

A practical training series on organisational GHG accounting – built
from 300+ real carbon assessments. No theory, no ideology. Just the work.

Led by Mariliis Kolk & Hanna Võrk
Starts Apr 21, 2026
 
THREE SESSIONS, SIX HOURS OF PRACTICE

Program

Hands-on training in making sense of your company’s carbon footprint calculations. Complex issues in plain language with interactive sessions. Includes practical exercises that encourage participants to reflect on their own organisation and identify relevant insights.

All participants receive exclusive digital materials to support learning and implementation.

Tue

21

Apr 2026

Foundations of Carbon Footprinting & Scope 1-2

A clear introduction to how carbon footprints are structured and where the calculation process begins.

The first part of this session introduces the core elements of organisational carbon accounting and shows participants where to begin. It explains the structure of the GHG Protocol and gives practical guidance on setting boundaries that support consistent work.

The focus is on:

  • Explaining the emission scopes (Scope 1, 2, 3) in plain language
  • understanding how system boundaries shape the results,
  • recognising the role of operational, financial and equity control.

The second part of this session helps participants understand where Scope 1 and 2 emissions originate and how to collect the information needed to calculate them.

The focus is on:

  • identifying typical Scope 1 and 2 sources,
  • understanding the difference between market and location based approach and why both approaches matter,
  • selecting emission factors from credible databases.

The session also covers common data gaps, how to handle missing information and how to improve data quality over time. A short exercise with fictional data helps participants test the concepts in practice.

Tue

28

Apr 2026

Scope 3 Accounting

A guided approach to tackling Scope 3 with confidence and understanding what truly shapes your organisation’s footprint.

The second session explains why Scope 3 often forms the largest share of an organisation’s footprint and how to approach it in a structured way. The aim is to help participants move from overwhelming complexity to clear prioritisation.

The focus is on:

  • screening value chain categories and identifying what is relevant,
  • understanding where internal data exists and how to improve it over time,
  • approaching suppliers in a practical and manageable way,
  • exploring key emission factor databases and learning how to select and apply reliable factors.

Participants will learn how to use spend based and activity based methods and will complete a practical screening exercise based on their own organisational context. By discussing real examples and hearing challenges from other companies, participants gain clearer insight and build a stronger, shared understanding of Scope 3. A strong emphasis is placed on understanding emission factor sources, their credibility, and how to use them correctly.

Tue

05

May 2026

Result Interpretation and Communicating Your Footprint

A focused session on how to present footprint results clearly and communicate them with credibility.

The final session focuses on communication. The aim is to help participants understand the impact and present footprint results in a clear, credible way.

The focus is on:

  • interpreting the results and understanding the meaning behing the numbers,
  • how to compare the results and find benchmarks,
  • what belongs in a GHG inventory report, how to explain assumptions and boundaries, and how to avoid the most common reporting mistakes.

Participants will also receive an introduction to limited assurance and learn what auditors look for when reviewing carbon calculations. The session strengthens communication skills and supports transparent reporting practices.

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Pricing and access

Early bird

€390

plus VAT

Be among the first to join. Available for a limited number of participants.

Available until April 2nd

Standard access

€490

plus VAT

Full access to all sessions and materials.

Sustinere client

€390

plus VAT

A thank-you rate for our clients.
Available to organisations that have worked with Sustinere before.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

Practical skills, not only slides

GHG fundamentals

Scope 1, 2, 3 explained clearly. System boundaries that produce consistent, auditable results.

GHG inventory

Ability to collect the right data, select credible emission factors, and build a complete and transparent GHG inventory.

Scope 3 clarity

Prioritise value chain categories that actually matter for your organisation.

Emission factor mastery

Know which databases to trust, how to use spend-based and activity-based approaches.

Clear reporting

Present results credibly and avoid the most common mistakes in GHG reporting.

Certificate

All participants who complete the programme receive a Sustinere Masterclass Certificate.

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Meet the experts

Mariliis Kolk

Sustainability Expert, and Strategy & Reporting Service Lead at Sustinere

Mariliis is a sustainability advisor at Sustinere – an expert who helps companies develop a systematic approach to managing environmental and social impacts and risks. 

She has supported many listed and large companies and SMEs in setting sustainability goals, creating action plans, determining metrics and ensuring transparency through reporting. 

In this context, she has led numerous management discussions, conducted trainings for specialists and senior managers in the field.

Her customers include Apranga Group, Tallink Group, Vinted, Ekspress Group (incl. Delfi), Utilitas, Tallinn City Transport, North Estonian Medical Center, Estonitan State Real Estate, Tallinn Water, Hansa Group, Hepsor, Pro Kapital Group.

Hanna Võrk​

Environmental Expert at Sustinere

Hanna is an Environmental Expert at Sustinere with extensive experience in climate impact and carbon footprint assessments. She is known for her ability to turn complex topics into clear, practical understanding and to guide organisations through unfamiliar terrain with confidence.

Her strength lies not only in deep subject knowledge, but in explaining it in a way that is structured, accessible, and directly applicable. Hanna supports teams step by step, helping them understand what matters, where to focus, and how to move forward without unnecessary complexity.

This makes her a trusted expert for organisations that want clear guidance, practical progress, and a calm, knowledgeable partner throughout the process.

Her customers include: Tallink Group, Thermory Group, North-Estonia Medical Center (Regionaalhaigla), Foxway, Rae Parish, Coop Bank, Hepsor, Barrus, Arco Vara and many more.

Planning to join with a larger team?

Contact us at [email protected] to discuss team pricing options.

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