Determination of Carbon Footprint: Case Study of a Marine Company

This study aims to establish a corporate carbon footprint by setting standards for carbon footprint assessment and reporting, identifying the necessary data for greenhouse gas (GHG) calculations, and defining appropriate calculation methods. The study examines the carbon emissions of a maritime technology company in Turkey, with a focus on 2023. The research identified Scope I, II, and III emission sources, following the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064 standards. Data from the company was used with emission factors from the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to calculate emissions in carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). The study revealed that 47.9% of the company's total CO2e emissions of 179,325 tons in 2023 resulted from Scope I direct emissions, 28.7% from Scope II indirect emissions, and 23.5% from Scope III other indirect emissions. The findings provide a comprehensive overview of the company's carbon emissions and identify key areas for potential GHG reductions. While previous studies have mostly focused on the carbon footprint of shipping and shipbuilding in the maritime sector, this study stands out as one of the first studies on the carbon footprint of maritime technology companies. It also serves as both an example and a guide for future research on conducting corporate carbon footprint assessment studies using current standards and emission factor inventories.