四川加快构建碳足迹管理体系

Core Viewpoint - The Sichuan Provincial Ecological Environment Department and 14 other departments have jointly issued the "Implementation Plan for the Construction of Carbon Footprint Management System in Sichuan Province," which outlines a timeline and roadmap for establishing a product carbon footprint management system to promote green and low-carbon supply chain development and achieve carbon peak and carbon neutrality goals [1][3]. Group 1: Carbon Footprint Management System - The product carbon footprint connects production enterprises and consumers, facilitating greenhouse gas emission reduction across the entire lifecycle [2]. - The management system will consist of "two major cornerstones" (carbon footprint accounting standards and carbon footprint factor database) and "three systems" (product carbon labeling certification, carbon footprint grading management, and information disclosure) [2][3]. - By 2027, the initial establishment of the carbon footprint management system is targeted, with further improvements and expanded application scenarios by 2030 [3]. Group 2: Key Tasks and Focus Areas - The plan includes multiple petrochemical products in its scope, emphasizing the establishment of accounting rules and standards for products such as natural gas, fuel, fertilizers, hydrogen, and lithium batteries [4]. - Priority will be given to carbon footprint accounting for key products in sectors like decoration materials, lithium batteries, and clean energy equipment [4]. - The plan supports the development of low-carbon supply chains, particularly in the fields of power batteries, new energy vehicles, and photovoltaics [4]. Group 3: Preparation for Enterprises - Enterprises are advised to enhance their management systems by integrating carbon footprint factors into their supply chain management and establishing monitoring and reporting mechanisms [5][6]. - Strengthening accounting applications is crucial, including collaboration with certification bodies and adherence to various standards for carbon footprint assessment [6]. - Companies should focus on energy-saving and carbon reduction strategies, targeting major emission sources and promoting relevant technologies [6]. - Capacity building is essential, involving talent acquisition, foundational research, and training on carbon footprint management [6].