Methodology

Our research approach

How Scope3Analytics researches, verifies and updates carbon-data guidance, tools and software intelligence.

Source hierarchy

We prioritize primary sources: standards bodies, regulators, legislation, official program documentation and vendor documentation. Important methodology and regulatory claims are checked against primary sources where available.

Regulatory content

Regulatory claims are dated and linked to official sources when practical. Because rules can change, users should check the latest legal text before making material compliance decisions.

Software research

Software comparisons separate verified capabilities, vendor claims and Scope3Analytics editorial judgment. Commercial relationships do not determine conclusions. Explore our verified carbon accounting software directory for source-backed capability evidence, or use the software matcher to compare workflow fit. Match scores are research aids, not endorsements.

Tools and corrections

Our browser-based tools are practical decision aids, not formal assurance or legal opinions. Material errors are corrected when identified, and time-sensitive guides are reviewed when major standards or regulatory changes occur.