Question

How can we improve without Scope 3 targets — or without any GHG data at all?

Scope 3 targets are not a prerequisite for a strong Environment score, and their absence does not limit what a company can achieve in the theme — EcoVadis does not penalise companies for not reporting Scope 3 data.

The primary expectation, where GHG emissions are an active criterion, is to track and report Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. A structured inventory covering these two scopes, combined with a SMART reduction target and baseline year, contributes meaningfully to both the Measures and Reporting indicators — the realistic minimum for companies beginning their GHG journey.

For companies with no GHG data at all, the practical starting point is to begin tracking energy consumption and converting it to CO₂-equivalent using a recognised conversion factor. Even a basic annual spreadsheet produced with a consistent methodology constitutes valid evidence at this stage; it does not need third-party verification to begin earning score, though external assurance strengthens the Reporting indicator over time.