Objective
This session aimed to uncover the various ways that the Open Footprint Data Model is being used to address emissions data gathering/data management challenges and regulatory reporting requirements, including for: the European sustainability regulations; the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD); and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Summary
- Overview of the Open Footprint Forum and how Data Model standards can help with sustainability use cases
Sammy Lakshmanan, PwC and Forum Co-Chair - The Emissions Data Standards Ecosystem and the OFP Data Model
Chris Frost, Fujitsu
Martin Schultz, Fujitsu - Carbon Management and the the OFP Data Model
Arjen Van de Voort, Intertek and Forum Co-Chair - Integrating the Open Footprint Data Model with AI
Betrand Rioux, NetZero Matrix
Jon Curtis, NetZero Matrix - Automating Diagnostics and Enhancing QA/QC using OFP format: A Case Study in Streamlined Assurance
Ian Burgess, Validere - OFP Data Model Case Study
Planckton Data
Industry Awareness Event Highlights
Experts from the Open Footprint® Forum and member organizations including PwC, Intertek, Fujitsu, Net Zero Matrix, Validere, Planckton Data, and more, presented key insights and real-world applications related to emissions data and sustainability reporting:
- Introduced the Open Footprint (OFP) Forum and Standards
- Learned about the OFP mission and ongoing work to establish a unified data model for emissions
- Provided Real-World Use Cases: CSRD and CBAM
- Case studies and live demonstrations showcased how the Open Footprint Data Model is being applied to meet reporting requirements under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
- Navigating the Emissions Regulatory Landscape
- Overview of current regulations and their implications for businesses across industries
- Understanding Standards and Frameworks
- Clarified the complex ecosystem of emissions-related standards to support accurate and consistent reporting
The Open Footprint Data Model addresses emissions data challenges across a wide range of sectors, including chemicals, energy, mining, agriculture, food and beverage, transportation, and more. This event provided professionals involved in sustainability, emissions regulatory reporting, and/or those supporting these efforts through data management or architecture.