By acquiring YEK-G certificates for the electricity they consume, companies can report lower Scope 2 emissions under the market-based method. The certificates must relate to the same period and market as consumption and be cancelled.
Source: Elektrik piyasasında YEK-G sistemi yönetmeliği, EPİAŞ
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Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissionsThe classification of greenhouse gas emissions by source into direct emissions (Scope 1), indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2) and other indirect emissions in the value chain (Scope 3).Greenhouse Gas ProtocolThe most widely used international accounting and reporting framework for organisations to calculate and report their greenhouse gas emissions.Carbon footprintThe total greenhouse gas emissions caused by an organisation, product or activity, expressed in carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO₂e).Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)An EU regulation that puts a price on the embedded carbon emissions in the production of certain goods imported into the European Union.Carbon creditA tradable certificate representing one tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent of greenhouse gas reduction or removal achieved by a verified project.Circular economyAn economic model aimed at keeping the value of products and materials for as long as possible by reducing waste and by reusing, repairing and recycling.
Last updated: November 8, 2026 · This definition is for general information only.