Smart Freight Conversations

Episode 6 | Addressing Misconceptions in Emissions Accounting with Marcus Lomax

Smart Freight Centre Academy

In this episode of the Smart Freight Conversations, host Andy Golding is joined by Marcus Lomax, Technical Manager at Smart Freight Centre, to unpack some of the biggest misconceptions in emissions accounting.They explore why more data isn’t always better, how to choose the right level of aggregation, and what it means to follow round trip logic under ISO 14083 and the GLEC Framework. If you’re navigating primary vs. secondary data, trying to account for empty runs, or simply aiming to improve your reporting strategy—this episode is a must-listen.🎧 Topics covered:

-Why Transport Operation Categories (TOCs) matter in emissions reporting

  • -The pitfalls of relying solely on individual trip-level data
  • -How aggregation levels can support more complete, standardized reporting
  • -Practical tips for applying the GLEC Framework and ISO 14083

-How to use primary and secondary data more effectively

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