{"id":3137,"date":"2024-04-18T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/innovation\/blog\/ms-industry\/advance-your-carbon-reduction-strategy-with-intelligent-forecasting-and-data-analysis\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T12:38:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T19:38:31","slug":"advance-your-carbon-reduction-strategy-with-intelligent-forecasting-and-data-analysis","status":"publish","type":"ms-industry","link":"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/microsoft-cloud\/blog\/general\/2024\/04\/18\/advance-your-carbon-reduction-strategy-with-intelligent-forecasting-and-data-analysis\/","title":{"rendered":"Advance your carbon reduction strategy with intelligent forecasting and data analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the emergence of generative AI, <a href=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/sustainability\/microsoft-sustainability-manager\">Microsoft Sustainability Manager<\/a> continues to expand at a rapid pace, enabling an unprecedented level of interaction, analysis, and insight to help you make informed, data-driven decisions and drive change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of our newest AI-powered features, <strong>what-if analysis (preview)<\/strong>, is designed to help you forecast the impact of business practice changes on your organization\u2019s carbon emissions. Read about this and other exciting new features now available in preview within Sustainability Manager.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignwide is-style-inline wp-block-bloginabox-theme-promotional\">\n\t\n<div class=\"promotional promotional--has-media promotional--media-right\">\n\t<div class=\"promotional__wrapper\">\n\t\t<div class=\"promotional__content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"promotional__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"microsoft-sustainability-manager\">Microsoft Sustainability Manager<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Record, report, and reduce your environmental impacts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-full-width-on-mobile\"><a data-bi-an=\"Global CTA\" data-bi-ct=\"cta link\" data-bi-id=\"cta-block\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/sustainability\/microsoft-sustainability-manager\">Get started<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"promotional__media-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"promotional__media\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/SUS-blog-featured.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"accelerate-carbon-reduction-planning-with-what-if-analysis\">Accelerate carbon reduction planning with what-if analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now in preview, the new AI-powered <strong>what-if analysis<\/strong> feature in Sustainability Manager enables you to forecast the impact of business practice changes on your overall emissions footprint so you can implement more informed carbon reduction strategies. Using your historical data and corresponding calculation models, the what-if analysis tool intelligently forecasts forward for both your existing strategy and a new strategy that you\u2019re considering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example, Susan is a sustainability manager working with her team to plan their organization\u2019s sustainability initiatives for the following fiscal year. She uses what-if analysis to compare the impacts of several business practice changes her team is considering. Using the information provided, Susan and her team plan the top three initiatives predicted to enable the biggest advances toward the company\u2019s carbon reduction goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What-if analysis will help you determine the most effective ways to reduce your organization\u2019s carbon footprint and achieve your sustainability goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Image-1_New.png\" alt=\"Screenshot showing how the what-if analysis tool in Microsoft Sustainability Manager intelligently forecasts the impacts of specific business practice changes.\" class=\"wp-image-116385\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Forecast the impacts of specific business practice changes, based on data in Microsoft Sustainability Manager.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using the what-if analysis tool, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Customize AI modeling using your organization\u2019s carbon activity data and return forecasts in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspirecleanenergy.com\/blog\/clean-energy-101\/what-is-co2e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MTCO2e<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Apply predefined scenarios that allow users to tailor analysis to your organization\u2019s needs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With customizable scenarios spanning across all three scopes of emissions, the what-if analysis tool is designed to accommodate the unique needs of every organization. Whether you&#8217;re considering transitioning to renewable energy for one of your facilities or comparing potential suppliers, what-if analysis can help you quickly and easily understand the potential impact of those changes on your carbon emissions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At our <a href=\"https:\/\/info.microsoft.com\/ww-landing-this-is-AI-for-sustainability-on-demand.html?lcid=en-us\">This is AI \u2026 for Sustainability<\/a> event in February 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sodra.com\/en\/global\/pulp\/news-pulp\/newsletter\/2022\/ai-to-help-crack-sustainability-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">S\u00f6dra<\/a>, a forestry company based out of Sweden, spoke at length about the value of knowing what to invest in when it comes to an organization\u2019s sustainability journey. They highlighted the immense value add of what-if analysis in Sustainability Manager, detailing how the customizable and data-driven results can help immensely when it comes to making the best possible investment for their organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What-if analysis can help your organization transition from simply ingesting, calculating, and reporting on your environmental data to driving impactful decisions and change. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/industry\/sustainability\/sustainability-manager-analytics-what-if-analysis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">what-if analysis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"use-copilot-in-microsoft-sustainability-manager-to-analyze-complex-esg-documents\">Use Copilot in Microsoft Sustainability Manager to analyze complex ESG documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also now in preview, <strong>document analysis<\/strong>, powered by <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/industry\/sustainability\/sustainability-manager-copilot-overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Microsoft Copilot in Sustainability Manager<\/a>, enables organizations to seamlessly upload and query environmental, social, and governance (ESG) documents in natural language for the information they need. This new feature is designed to help you save time and effort in finding and extracting relevant information from your ESG documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After uploading your documents, select up to five that you\u2019d like to query. Copilot will then quickly parse the contents of each document and return the information you need, along with any necessary citations leading to the source of that answer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Image-2.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot showing how the Copilot-powered document analysis feature in Microsoft Sustainability Manager enables you to upload ESG documents that you want to query.\" class=\"wp-image-116300\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Upload the ESG documents you want to analyze and ask Copilot questions about their contents.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s use Lisa, a procurement officer at Contoso Coffee Company, as an example. Lisa is conducting a lateral comparison of sustainability reports from three suppliers. She asks Copilot for each company\u2019s carbon reduction goals for the next five years, along with how they\u2019re planning to increase transparency and collaboration with their customers. With this information, Lisa can effectively compare the data-driven goals and commitments made by these suppliers and make an informed decision when choosing a supplier that aligns most closely with her company\u2019s own strategy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Document analysis can help at any stage of your sustainability journey, from learning about calculations through <a href=\"https:\/\/ghgprotocol.org\/scope-3-calculation-guidance-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Greenhouse Gas Protocol\u2019s Scope 3 Calculation Guidance<\/a> to comparing supplier reports and understanding complex reporting requirements. Whether you\u2019re at the record, report, or reduce stage in your journey, document analysis can help you find the information you need to create timelier and more data-driven decisions for your organization.&nbsp;Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/industry\/sustainability\/sustainability-manager-copilot-document-analysis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">document analysis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"identify-patterns-and-visualize-water-and-waste-with-key-influencers\">Identify patterns and visualize water and waste with key influencers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Detailed insights are paramount to effective decision-making and achieving sustainability goals. In November 2023 we <a href=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/sustainability\/2023\/11\/28\/maximize-the-value-of-your-data-with-new-microsoft-sustainability-manager-intelligent-insights\/\">announced key influencers<\/a>, an analytics enhancement that helps organizations increase the level of intelligence delivered through Sustainability Manager related to carbon emissions. This enhancement now includes support for water and waste.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key influencers (preview)<\/strong> provides visibility into patterns driving increases or decreases in key water and waste scenarios. Specifically, the water scenarios supported are water withdrawn, water discharged, and water consumed. Waste scenarios include waste generated, waste disposed, and waste recovered. As the patterns are established, you can quickly identify the most significant contributing factors driving increases and decreases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Image-3.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot showing how the key influencers feature in Microsoft Sustainability Manager helps identify patterns driving emissions, water, and waste up or down.\" class=\"wp-image-116301\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Use the key influencers feature to identify patterns and the contributing factors driving emissions, water, and waste up or down.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ademe-emission-factors-now-available-in-sustainability-manager\">ADEME emission factors now available in Sustainability Manager<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/industry\/sustainability\/calculate-emission-factors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emission factors<\/a> are a fundamental tool for accurately calculating emissions and developing emissions control strategies. They exist for every emission source or category applied to activity data. By leveraging these factors, organizations can quantify the environmental impact of their operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.climatiq.io\/data\/source\/ademe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ADEME<\/a> (Agence de la transition \u00e9cologique) plays a pivotal role in supporting France\u2019s transition to a more sustainable future. ADEME emission factors aid in measuring and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. Now available in Sustainability Manager, these factors provide essential data for estimating emissions associated with various activities, such as energy consumption, transportation, and industrial processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>benefits<\/strong> of ADEME emission factors integration to you include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>Precise calculations for accurate emissions assessment<\/strong>. ADEME emission factors provide granular data specific to French contexts. Whether you\u2019re assessing energy consumption, transportation, or other activities, these factors enhance the accuracy of your emission calculations. Imagine a manufacturing facility in Lyon. By using ADEME emission factors tailored to the region\u2019s energy mix, the facility can precisely estimate its carbon footprint. This precision allows targeted reduction strategies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>Localized insights and regional context<\/strong>. Organizations operating in France can now align their sustainability efforts with local standards. ADEME emission factors ensure that emission assessments reflect the unique environmental context of the region. For instance, a vineyard in Bordeaux can use ADEME emission factors to evaluate emissions related to vine cultivation, winemaking, and distribution. These localized insights empower informed decisions, such as optimizing transportation routes or adopting renewable energy sources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\"><strong>A holistic approach to sustainability<\/strong>. Incorporating ADEME emission factors contributes to a comprehensive understanding of your carbon footprint. It\u2019s not just about direct emissions; it\u2019s about the entire lifecycle. Consider a Parisian hotel. By factoring in emissions from guest transportation, food sourcing, and waste management, the hotel gains a holistic view. This informs choices like sourcing local produce or implementing energy-efficient lighting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To load the ADEME emission factors, select the ADEME factor set in Solution Center and install them to your Sustainability Manager environment. Once integrated, these factors become part of your toolkit for informed decision-making, reporting, and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See the <a href=\"https:\/\/data.ademe.fr\/datasets\/base-carboner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carbon Base\u00ae<\/a> public database of emission factors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"calculate-waste-generated-values-to-better-understand-usage-and-environmental-impact\">Calculate waste-generated values to better understand usage and environmental impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organizations don\u2019t always have the instrumentation in place to measure and track waste quantities at a facility, potentially impacting their waste sustainability progress. Sustainability Manager now includes a new capability to help you estimate your organization\u2019s waste quantities through intensity-based factors, which play a crucial role in understanding usage and impact on the environment. The <strong>waste estimation (preview)<\/strong> feature allows you to estimate waste disposed and waste diverted values that together constitute the total waste generated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Image-4.jpg\" alt=\"Screenshot of the waste estimation feature in Microsoft Sustainability Manager, which allows you to estimate waste quantities generated through customizable intensity-based factors.\" class=\"wp-image-116302\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Estimate waste quantities generated through customizable intensity-based factors.<\/em>&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With waste-generated calculations, you can define intensity factors to estimate the waste disposed or waste recovered. For example, estimating the waste disposed as a percentage of the total square foot area of the facility can help you calculate the total waste-generated values. You can customize and configure these intensity factors based on any parameter that is defined. You can also configure the time interval for which you want to define the estimated waste-quantity values and use these estimated values to accelerate your organization\u2019s waste sustainability journey.&nbsp;Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/industry\/sustainability\/sustainability-manager-water-intensity-factors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">waste estimation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"learn-more-about-sustainability-solutions-with-microsoft\">Learn more about sustainability solutions with Microsoft<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Bookmark <a href=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/industry\/blog\/sustainability\/\">Microsoft Industry Blogs: Sustainability<\/a> for the latest updates, including new capabilities we\u2019re introducing across Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Discover solutions with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/sustainability\/microsoft-sustainability-manager\">Microsoft Sustainability Manager<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-list-item\">Explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/community.sustainability.microsoft.com\/\">Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability Community portal<\/a>,&nbsp;a vibrant hub for learning, connecting, and contributing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to learn more about&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/cm-edgetun.pages.dev\/en-us\/sustainability\/cloud\">Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability<\/a>? 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