Provide Emission Data Directly with kolum

Providing accurate emissions data for your products is essential for your EU customers to meet their compliance and sustainability goals. With kolum, you can enter this data directly, ensuring it is instantly available, correctly linked, and easy for your customer to review and use.

Using kolum to enter emissions data directly keeps your workflow clean, removes the need for emailing spreadsheets, and strengthens trust with your customers by showing your commitment to transparency and data quality.

Why This Matters

When you provide emissions data directly in kolum:

• Your EU customer can seamlessly use your data for their reporting, avoiding assumptions or higher default values.

• Data is connected automatically to the articles your customer has linked to you, ensuring clear traceability.

• You save time by skipping manual back-and-forth and ensure your data is always up to date.

Providing emissions data directly not only supports your customer’s compliance needs but also positions you as a reliable and transparent partner.

Before You Start

• You will need direct and indirect emissions data for your products, typically expressed in tonnes of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e).

• Ensure your kolum account is set up and you are logged in.

• Confirm with your customer if you are unsure about any data fields, such as the applicable production method.

Step-by-Step: How to Provide Emission Data

1. Log In and Navigate to Buyers

After logging into your kolum account, go to Buyers from the left-hand menu. Here you will see a list of all your EU customers who have connected with you.

2. Select Your Buyer

Click on the buyer’s name to view the articles your customer has linked to you. These are the products for which they need your emissions data.

3. View Purchased Articles

You will see a table listing all the articles connected to you, showing the article name, reference number, CN code, and the country of origin.

4. Click “Provide Emission Data”

Next to each article, click the Provide Emission Data button. This will open a panel where you can enter the required information.

5. Fill In Emission Data

In the panel, you will enter:

• Country of Origin: Where the product was produced.

• Production Facility: If applicable, select the facility where production took place.

• Volume (in tonnes): Quantity produced or supplied.

• Production Method: Select the relevant method (e.g., Blast Furnace, Electric Arc Furnace).

• Direct Emissions: Emissions directly caused by production (tCO₂e).

• Indirect Emissions: Emissions from electricity or energy used during production (tCO₂e).

Take a moment to double-check your entries for accuracy.

6. Save and Notify Your Customer

Once you have entered the data, click Save. kolum will:

• Automatically notify your EU customer that you have provided emissions data.

• Link the data directly to the relevant article on your customer’s side.

• Allow your customer to review, accept, or request updates if clarification is needed.

Tips for Successful Data Entry

• Double-check your data: Ensure values are accurate before submitting to avoid delays or rework.

• Keep it updated: If your emissions values change, you can edit and re-submit. Your customer will be notified of updates automatically.

• Ask for clarification: If you are unsure about the production method or emissions scope to report, confirm with your customer before submitting.

• Use kolum’s calculator: If you do not have calculated emissions values, consider using kolum’s calculation tools to generate compliant emissions data easily.

Benefits of Using kolum for Direct Entry

• Removes the need to manage spreadsheets or emails for emissions reporting.

• Data remains organized, traceable, and linked directly to your buyer’s reporting system.

• Strengthens your partnership with EU customers by providing transparent, high-quality emissions data.

What Happens Next

Once submitted:

• Your emissions data will appear in your customer’s kolum environment, connected to the relevant articles.

• Your customer will review your data and either approve it or request clarification if needed.

• You will continue to have access to your data within kolum, allowing you to update it whenever necessary.

Using kolum to provide emissions data directly helps you support your customers while keeping your workflow clean, clear, and efficient. Start using direct data entry today to simplify your reporting process and strengthen your business relationships.

Common Questions

What if I need to correct submitted data?

You can re-enter and save updated emission values. Your customer will be notified of the changes.

Do I need to calculate emissions manually?

No, you can enter known emissions directly. If you need to calculate emissions, consider using kolum’s calculation tools, which can guide you step-by-step.

Is there a cost for using kolum to provide data?

Your EU customer invites you to kolum, and you can provide data without additional administrative hassle.