Sustainability & ESG
Environmental Impact
Committed to reaching net zero
Baseline Emissions Report (2014) for B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology
Prepared in Alignment with Net-Zero Commitment
1. INTRODUCTION
As part of the institute’s public commitment to achieving net-zero emissions, this report establishes the 2014 baseline year for tracking Scope 1 and 2 emissions, per GHG Protocol standards. The baseline year is critical for measuring progress toward the net-zero target by 2050.
2. BASELINE YEAR SELECTION
• Rationale for 2014:
o The earliest year with complete 12-month emissions data (post-2005).
o Aligns with the institute’s initial energy audits and sustainability initiatives.
• Data Sources:
o Energy Audit Reports (2014–2024).
o Utility Bills (electricity, diesel consumption).
3. SCOPE 1 & 2 EMISSIONS (2014)
Category | Calculation | Emissions (tCO₂e) |
Scope 1 (Diesel Generators) | 17,775 liters/year × 2.68 kg CO₂/liter | 47.63 |
Scope 2 (Grid Electricity) | 2,759,000 kWh/year × 0.88 kg CO₂/kWh (2014 grid factor) | 2,427.92 |
Total Baseline (2014) | Scope 1 + Scope 2 | 2,475.55 |
Key Assumptions:
- Electricity Consumption: Estimated at 2,759,000 kWh/year (extrapolated from 2024 data with 4% annual growth).
- Grid Emission Factor: 0.88 kg CO₂/kWh (higher than 2024 due to lower renewable penetration in India’s grid).
- Diesel Consumption: 17,775 liters/year (estimated from 2024 data with 5% annual efficiency improvements).
4.PROGRESS TRACKING (2014 VS. 2024)
Metric | 2014 | 2024 | Change |
Scope 1 Emissions | 47.63 tCO₂e | 77.65 tCO₂e | +63% (DG usage increase) |
Scope 2 Emissions | 2,427.92 tCO₂e | 3,348.32 tCO₂e | +38% (campus expansion) |
Total Emissions | 2,475.55 tCO₂e | 3,425.97 tCO₂e | +38% |
Notes:
• Increase in Scope 1: Due to expanded DG use during power outages.
• Increase in Scope 2: Driven by higher energy demand from new buildings and equipment.
5. ALIGNMENT WITH NET-ZERO COMMITMENT
• Target: Reduce emissions to net-zero by 2050 from the 2014 baseline.
• Projected Pathway:
o Phase 1 (2024–2030): 20% reduction via solar expansion (1 MWp) and LED/BLDC retrofits.
o Phase 2 (2031–2040): 50% reduction via 100% renewable electricity procurement.
o Phase 3 (2041–2050): Offset residual emissions through afforestation and carbon credits.
6. RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Formalize Tracking: Integrate 2014 baseline into the Climate Action Plan for annual progress reports.
2. Enhance Data Accuracy: Verify 2014 utility records to refine baseline calculations.
3. Public Disclosure: Publish baseline data in the institute’s Sustainability Report for transparency.
7. CONCLUSION
The 2014 baseline emissions (2,475.55 tCO₂e) provide a robust foundation for measuring the institute’s decarbonization journey. Immediate action on energy efficiency (e.g., ECMs from the 2024 audit) and renewable energy adoption will accelerate progress toward net-zero.
