1. What is Carbon-e?

Carbon-e is an enterprise-grade carbon accounting and sustainable supply chain management platform, delivered through a secure SaaS model. It supports end-to-end GHG accounting, PCF calculation, supply-chain collaboration, ESG reporting, and decarbonization planning.

2. Is Carbon-e available as SaaS?

Yes. Carbon-e provides a cloud-based SaaS version that allows suppliers—especially SMEs—to onboard quickly without integrating into a customer’s internal IT system.

3. Who is Carbon-e designed for?

Export manufacturers, global suppliers, industrial parks, and chain-master (OEM/Tier-1) enterprises seeking compliance with TCFD, CDP, EcoVadis, SBTi, and EU CBAM.

4. Why is the SaaS version ideal for SMEs?

SME suppliers can access Carbon-e through a low-cost subscription, avoiding installation, maintenance, and data-sharing concerns associated with client-hosted systems.

5. Which carbon and sustainability standards does Carbon-e support?

GHG Protocol, ISO 14064/14067, PCAF, TCFD, SBTi, CDP, EcoVadis, GRI, ISSB-S2, and CBAM reporting standards.

6. Does Carbon-e support both organizational and product carbon footprints?

Yes—Carbon-e includes automated workflows for organizational carbon footprint (OCF) and Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) following ISO-aligned methodologies and BOM-based modeling.

7. Can Carbon-e calculate Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions?

Absolutely. Carbon-e supports all GHG scopes with complete coverage of upstream and downstream value-chain emissions.

8. How does the SaaS model improve supply-chain data confidentiality?

Suppliers use an independent, supplier-controlled SaaS environment, ensuring no sensitive information is stored on a chain-master’s server.

9. Is Carbon-e easy for suppliers to use?

Yes. Guided workflows, automated calculations, templates, and AI-supported checks make it simple for SMEs with minimal carbon expertise.

10. How does Carbon-e help chain-master enterprises?

It enables scalable supplier onboarding, high-quality Scope 3 data collection, PCF analysis, and alignment with SBTi Supplier Engagement Targets.

11. What if suppliers are reluctant to share internal data?

Carbon-e’s SaaS model lets suppliers maintain full data ownership and select exactly what to share, addressing the most common barriers to supplier participation.

12. Does Carbon-e offer emission factor libraries?

Yes—covering IPCC, IEA, EPA, DEFRA, CN-EF, and sector-specific databases with continuous updates.

13. What types of reports can Carbon-e generate?

TCFD, CDP, EcoVadis, CBAM, ESG disclosures, PCF statements, SBTi reporting documents, and procurement-ready supplier carbon reports.

14. Can data be exported easily?

Yes—CSV, Excel, PDF, images, and API-based data export.

15. Does Carbon-e support automated data integration?

Yes—connect with ERP, MES, IoT meters, energy systems, and data lakes for automated data collection.

16. How does Carbon-e support EU CBAM compliance?

It generates CBAM-aligned PCF calculations, evidence packages, and quarterly declaration files required for EU importers.

17. Does Carbon-e support verification and audits?

Yes—Carbon-e provides structured, verification-ready evidence aligned with recognized third-party auditing agencies.

18. Can Carbon-e model decarbonization and net-zero pathways?

Yes—baseline modeling, hotspot identification, abatement simulation, and SBTi-aligned reduction pathways.

19. Does Carbon-e support multi-entity or multi-site management?

Yes—centralized dashboards for factories, business units, and global operations.

20. Does Carbon-e offer role-based access control?

Yes—granular permissions ensure secure access across internal teams and external suppliers.

21. Can Carbon-e integrate with existing enterprise systems?

Yes—connects with SAP/Oracle ERPs, MES/WMS, PLM/BOM systems, and energy data platforms.

22. What is the cost for SME suppliers?

SMEs can subscribe to an affordable SaaS tier, eliminating the need for ERP integration or custom IT deployment.

23. How long does onboarding take?

Most suppliers can onboard to Carbon-e in 1–2 weeks, supported by templates and assisted workflows.

24. Does Carbon-e support continuous monitoring?

Yes—real-time or near-real-time monitoring for energy, activity data, and Scope 1/2 indicators.

25. Can Carbon-e identify carbon hotspots and reduction opportunities?

Yes—through automated hotspot detection, benchmarking, deviation alerts, and AI-driven insights.

26. Does Carbon-e support BOM-based PCF calculation?

Yes—multi-tier BOM mapping, material libraries, and automated PCF models for complex products.

27. Can Carbon-e support green financing, ESG ratings, and disclosure?

Yes—providing audited, traceable data aligned with TCFD, ISSB, CDP, SBTi, EcoVadis, and sustainability-linked financing frameworks.

28. Does Carbon-e support multiple languages?

Yes—currently Chinese and English, with additional languages planned for global supply-chain rollout.

29. Does Carbon-e offer professional consulting services?

Yes—covering carbon accounting, PCF modeling, CBAM readiness, ESG reporting, and SBTi target development.

30. What makes Carbon-e unique?

A combination of enterprise-grade carbon management, scalable SaaS onboarding for SME suppliers, secure data governance, multi-standard reporting, and proven adoption by leading OEMs—making Carbon-e a powerful foundation for building trusted, transparent, and sustainable global supply chains.