FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has introduced a new Emissions Calculator to help operators better understand and reduce emissions.
Developed in association with Transport for London (TfL) and Zemo Partnership, it provides a free and easy-to-use tool for FORS operators to calculate and report well-to-wheel emissions data, supporting their journey to net zero.
The platform is fully aligned with the new decarbonisation requirements of the FORS Standard, delivering the emissions data required for Silver S2 (Performance data report) and Gold G3 (Decarbonisation strategy).
It also assists operators with their Scope 1, 2 or 3 emissions reporting in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
Operators input basic parameters, such as vehicle type, fuel type, quantity used, number of vehicles and mileages, and the calculator determines the total estimated emissions from the tailpipe (NOx), tailpipe particulate matter, the total absolute WTW greenhouse gas emissions and selected WTW greenhouse gas emissions intensities. These are then totalled and can be compared to previous years, or any target set by the operator.
To obtain the most accurate results, operators can add in more comprehensive information, including second fuel type and fuel used (applicable for diesel and hydrogen dual-fuel vehicles and plug-in hybrids), emissions standard (applicable for vehicles with diesel or gas engines) and association with the Renewable Fuels Assurance Scheme declaration (applicable for renewable fuels including biodiesel, renewable diesel), biomethane (compressed or liquified) and renewable hydrogen.
FORS said the Emissions Calculator would empower and encourage fleet operators to take a proactive approach to emissions reduction.
Concession director Geraint Davies continued: “The tool not only serves as an innovative solution to help operators reduce their carbon footprint, it also plays a significant role in ensuring they stay on track towards their net zero targets.”
