This operation can only be done by authorised users.
Step 1: Begin the process by identifying emission sources associated with a specific activity for tracking on the platform. Click the "Add Source" button within the Source Management Tab located in the Admin Panel. This action will open a screen designed to facilitate the addition of a new source.
Step 2: On the "Select Activity" screen, you can specify which activity is linked to the source you are defining.
Step 3: Proceed to the "Define Sources" screen for detailing source-specific information following the activity selection. The fields to be filled out include:
Source Name: Designates the name visible on the data entry screen. Enter a name of your choice for the resource.
Filtering: Depending on your chosen activity, selection fields may come under the titles of Disposal Methods, Usage For, Vehicle, Refrigerant, and Travel Method. The selections made here are used to filter the data. This area will not be available for some activities.
Type: Represents the data type selected field. It varies according to the chosen activity.
Source Unit: The field where the unit to be entered is selected. It varies according to the chosen type definition.
Intensity target parameter: This is the field where you choose how to follow the targets you define for the source. You can select nothing from the options or one of the expressions area and number of people.
- Step 4: Utilize the Emission Factors screen to select from existing emission factor libraries, automatically match relevant factors with sources and locations, or define custom emission factors for N2O, CH4, CO2, and CO2e. If CO2e is left empty, automatic calculation according to AR5 standards will be applied.
- Step 5: Proceed to the "Customize Source Data Fields" screen to tailor the data entry fields based on your specific tracking needs.
- Step 6: Once all information on the screens is appropriately filled in, save the source by clicking the "Save" button.