SCOPE 2 → SCOPE 3 ATTRIBUTION

Exclusive Scope 3 Attribution for Supply Chain Clean Energy

Supply chains can decarbonize by using renewables. Brands can claim Scope 3 reductions accordingly. Lock23 matches supplier renewable use with brand-level scope 3 reporting, so only the specified Brand claims the credit. No overlapping claims, no shared attribution, audit ready from day one.

Lock Two Three Supply Chain Label showing exclusive Scope 3 attribution
Shared Supplier Problem

Three Brands. One Factory. Who Gets the Credit?

When multiple brands source from the same supplier, emission allocations can blur quickly. Unless attribution is clear, renewables used in the supply chain are allocated equally. Supplier renewable electricity initiatives become shared across all direct customers - regardless of which brand drove the change. At best, the work becomes invisible in disclosure, at worst it's shared with competitors Lock23 provides defensible audit trails to evidence brand scope 3 claims, matching supplier renewable electricity use uniquely against a customers' share of operations.

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FOUR STEPS TO VERIFIED ATTRIBUTION

From Procurement to Proof

01

Define Your Scope

Select value chain components: unique facilities, aggregated country data, or commodity activity pools

02

Input Data and Evidence

Set the reporting period and define the fair share of supplier electricity attributed to downstream brands. Upload evidence, or request data from value chain partners directly via the platform.

03

Procure and label EACs

Export a Procurement Invitation with a unique Lock23 text string. Procure RECs using this identifier, matching Supplier renewable consumption exclusively to specified downstream brands.

04

Generate LockStatement

A standardized audit trail consolidating data, evidence, and EACs. The LockStatement identifies the Scope 2 beneficiary and Scope 3 recipient, evidence, and allocation logic. Share read-only access with auditors, assurance providers, and stakeholders, via a unique URL and passcode system.

THREE DATA ROUTES

One Label System.
Three Ways to Get There.

Lock23 adapts to your data availability, from detailed site level data to large-scale activity pools.

Site-Specific Data

Use site-specific primary data (meter readings, production volumes, utility invoices, etc) to match supplier consumption at a granular level.

Highest Granularity

Country-Level Aggregate

Use supplier electricity load data, aggregated across country of operations, when primary facility-level data is hard to obtain.

Balanced Approach

Activity Pool

Use modelled data such as LCAs or PCFs to address fragmented supply chains, in hard to trace sub-regions.

Maximum Scale
PLATFORM FEATURES

Built for the Complexity of Real Supply Chains

Exclusive Ownership

A label matches each EAC to a single brand's Scope 3. This means that competitors sourcing from the same supplier are contractually prohibited from making overlapping scope 3 claims for the same MWh.

Audit Grade Documentation

LockStatements consolidate data, evidence, and certificates into a single auditable document with secure URL access for third party assurance providers.

Framework Ready

Aligned with disclosure principles of SBTi and the Corporate Net Zero Standard 2.0, CDP disclosures, Greenhouse Gas Protocol, and other best practice disclosure ecosystems.

Registry Compatible

Labels compatible with all major EAC registries supporting open text functionality. This includes I-REC(E), TIGRs, and most Guarantee of Origin and North American REC registries. REC verification services currently available on the I-REC(E) registry.

Track Supply Chain Renewable Adoption

Labeled RECs can be counted against Scope 3 targets. Measure adherence with brand-specific procurement criteria, and progress towards overall targets. Gain insights on supply chain blindspots and market challenges.

Allocate Renewables

Suppliers using the tool can make explicit representations to their brands and clients. This enables value chain partners to make clear renewable claims to customers.

WHO IT'S FOR

One Platform, Multiple Stakeholders

Exclusive attribution per brand

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Labeled
Unlabeled EACs
Shared

Prevents overlapping claims at shared facilities

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Demonstrated
Unlabeled EACs
No mechanism

Auditor accessible documentation

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Secure URL
Unlabeled EACs
Varies

Chain of custody from purchase to Scope 3 disclosure

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LockStatement
Unlabeled EACs
Manual

Scalable Implementation

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Multi-user interface
Unlabeled EACs
Complex

Works across REC registries and standards

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Cross-compatible
Unlabeled EACs
Standard
COMMON QUESTIONS

Supply Chain Label FAQ

What if my supplier serves multiple brands from the same facility?

This is exactly what Lock23 solves. Our system allocates exclusive attribution to each brand based on your procurement volume and renewable energy agreement. No more shared credit or double-counting claims.

How does L23 work with PPAs / on-site / green tariffs / etc?

Lock23 works with any renewable energy procurement method: Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), on-site generation, green tariffs, or utility renewable programs. Our platform normalizes attribution across all these mechanisms.

How do auditors access my LockStatement?

Each LockStatement includes a secure, auditor-accessible URL with all supporting documentation. Auditors can verify renewable energy claims independently without requiring access to your procurement systems or supplier data.

What allocation methodologies are supported?

Lock23 supports site-specific data allocation, country-level aggregation, and activity pool models. Choose the methodology that matches your supply chain transparency and data availability.

How can I use a LockStatement in my reporting?

LockStatements provide verified, labeled attribution evidence for Scope 3 reporting. Reference the LockStatement ID in your sustainability disclosure to demonstrate audit-ready renewable energy claims backed by exclusive allocation.

We track this information internally. Can we link in via API?

Yes. Lock23 provides API endpoints to integrate with your internal data systems, enabling seamless synchronization between your procurement data and our attribution platform.

How is this different from writing "Scope 3" or "supply chain use" on the REC redemption statement?

Traditional REC statements rely on manual notation and have no enforcement mechanism. Lock23 provides cryptographic proof of exclusive allocation, preventing competitors or other buyers from claiming the same energy credits.

Do my suppliers need to change their operations?

No. Lock23 works with your existing suppliers and their current data systems. Suppliers only need to confirm renewable energy usage and consent to the data sharing required for attribution verification.

Your Scope 3 Claims Deserve a Label.

Get One.

Find out which Lock23 allocation label fits your renewable energy strategy. Contact us to book a demo.