Greenhouse Gas Accounting (On-Demand - CFI)
Overview
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting is a vital tool for measuring the direct and indirect emissions produced by an organization’s operations. As climate change and ESG regulations intensify, accurate GHG accounting has become essential for regulatory compliance and stakeholder transparency. This course introduces the fundamentals of GHG Accounting, including the science behind greenhouse gases and their economic impact. Learners will explore the GHG Protocol’s key principles, define organizational boundaries, and understand how to measure Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The course also covers practical approaches to data collection and highlights how companies and investors interpret emissions data to assess climate-related risks and opportunities.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
- explain GHG accounting, why it’s an important corporate issue, and how investors and corporations generally use this information
- recognize the connection between GHG emissions, global warming, & climate risks from regulatory, scientific, & financial perspectives
- describe the overall process for calculating corporate GHG emissions and perform basic calculations
- analyze and interpret an emissions report
- leverage reliable and relevant resources to enhance skills within the field
Content
Course Content Created: January 2022
Course Content Updated: May 2023
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.About This Product
On-Demand Courses by CFI. Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) courses are designed for finance professionals and industry practitioners who want to master the art of corporate finance. The instructions on how to access this course will be included on your registration confirmation.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
- 2
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 4
- Credits
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.
Greenhouse Gas Accounting (On-Demand - CFI)
- 2
- CPD Hours
- 0
- Ethics Hours
- 0
- AML Hours
- 4
- Credits
Overview
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting is a vital tool for measuring the direct and indirect emissions produced by an organization’s operations. As climate change and ESG regulations intensify, accurate GHG accounting has become essential for regulatory compliance and stakeholder transparency. This course introduces the fundamentals of GHG Accounting, including the science behind greenhouse gases and their economic impact. Learners will explore the GHG Protocol’s key principles, define organizational boundaries, and understand how to measure Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. The course also covers practical approaches to data collection and highlights how companies and investors interpret emissions data to assess climate-related risks and opportunities.
Access expires 180 days from purchase date |
Applicable for
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
- explain GHG accounting, why it’s an important corporate issue, and how investors and corporations generally use this information
- recognize the connection between GHG emissions, global warming, & climate risks from regulatory, scientific, & financial perspectives
- describe the overall process for calculating corporate GHG emissions and perform basic calculations
- analyze and interpret an emissions report
- leverage reliable and relevant resources to enhance skills within the field
Content
Course Content Created: January 2022
Course Content Updated: May 2023
The information is current as of the creation or last updated date. While we strive to keep our inventory updated and periodically remove outdated titles, changes in accounting, tax, legislation and technology may occur. Purchasers should note the date and verify for themselves if the course is still relevant to their needs.About This Product
On-Demand Courses by CFI. Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) courses are designed for finance professionals and industry practitioners who want to master the art of corporate finance. The instructions on how to access this course will be included on your registration confirmation.
Please note that not all on-demand courses include downloadable materials such as course notes or slides.
How to get started
Upon completion of purchase, go to mylms.bccpa.ca and log in using your CPABC Online Services credentials. Click “Go to your Courses and Materials” to go to your Learning Center, then find and click on your course title.
Course Dates & Registration
Starting April 1, 2026, a 2.1% fee will be applied to all credit card transactions. Learn more about this fee and how it relates to PD registrations.