ESG, Emissions & Reporting — FAQ (Ireland)
Authoritative answers on Scope 3 emissions, the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), CO₂ data for tenders, and recycling metrics — plus how Hub360 gives subcontractors and contractors project-level reporting that wins work.
Built for main contractors, subcontractors, councils and ESG consultants. Practical, plain-English guidance that works in tenders and audits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click to expand each answer. Irish context for ESG and emissions in construction logistics.
Q1: What are Scope 3 emissions in construction transport?
Scope 3 covers indirect emissions from your supply chain — like the fuel used by subcontractor tipper fleets. For construction, these often make up the largest share of reported emissions, and clients are increasingly asking subcontractors to provide data.
- Includes subcontractor haulage and third-party transport
- Now a standard question in ESG tenders
- Key to showing true project footprint
Q2: What is CSRD and why should subcontractors care?
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is EU legislation that requires large companies to disclose detailed sustainability data — including supply chain emissions. This means subcontractors who can’t provide emissions data risk losing work to those who can.
- Applies from 2024 for large companies, filtering down supply chains
- Requires Scope 3 emissions disclosure
- Will influence procurement decisions across construction
Q3: How do I provide CO₂ data in tender submissions?
Most major tenders now ask for carbon reporting. Without data, bids lose marks or get excluded. The challenge is converting raw fuel/telematics into project-level emissions figures that a client can trust.
- Clients want project-level CO₂, not just fleet totals
- Needs to align with GHG Protocol / ISO standards
- Data must be exportable and audit-ready
Q4: How does recycling and recovery data help win contracts?
Councils and clients are under pressure to divert waste from landfill. Being able to show recycling rates and proof of authorised destinations directly improves tender scores and strengthens your ESG story.
- Proof of landfill diversion is now part of public procurement
- Recycling and recovery rates are ESG KPIs
- Helps demonstrate circular economy compliance
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