> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://kb.bravegen.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://kb.bravegen.com/carbon/welcome.md). # Welcome Get Started with the BraveGen Carbon Accounting Platform. The **BraveGen Carbon Knowledge Base** is the central source of guidance for using the BraveGen Carbon platform and understanding the climate and carbon accounting frameworks that underpin it. This knowledge base is designed to help users: * Use the **BraveGen Carbon product effectively and confidently** * Understand how emissions data is structured, calculated, and reported in the platform * Apply key **carbon accounting and climate reporting frameworks** correctly * Configure data in a way that is **audit-ready and regulator-aligned** * Avoid common setup and reporting errors It supports both **how to use the product** and **why certain rules exist**. *** ## What you'll find here #### Product How-To & Configuration Guides Articles that explain: * How to navigate and use BraveGen Carbon * How to set up organisations, assets, boundaries, and controls * How to upload, map, and validate data * How to interpret outputs, reports, and flags * Common configuration scenarios and troubleshooting tips These articles focus on **practical use of the platform**. *** #### Frameworks & Methodology Guidance Articles that explain: * Core concepts from the **GHG Protocol** (Scopes, boundaries, control, equity share) * How these frameworks are applied within BraveGen * Key differences between major regimes and standards where relevant * Common interpretation pitfalls and assurance considerations These articles focus on **correct application of standards**, not just software behaviour. *** ### Intended Audience This knowledge base is written for: * Sustainability, ESG, and climate reporting teams * Finance and accounting teams supporting emissions reporting * Consultants implementing or advising on BraveGen Carbon * Operational users configuring data and reviewing results * Auditors and assurance reviewers seeking methodological clarity Articles are written in **plain language**, with technical precision where required. *** ### Scope and Authority Guidance in this knowledge base draws on: * **GHG Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard** * **GHG Protocol Scope 3 Standard** * Widely used climate reporting and assurance concepts Where relevant, articles may reference alignment considerations with: * Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) * New Zealand Climate-Related Disclosures (CRD) * Assurance standards (e.g. ASSA 5000, NZ SAE 1) > This knowledge base explains **how BraveGen Carbon works and how key frameworks are applied in practice**.\ > It does not replace formal standards, legislation, or professional advice. *** ### How to Use This Knowledge Base * Start with **product guides** if you are configuring or using BraveGen Carbon * Refer to **framework articles** if you need to understand *why* a rule exists * Use examples as **illustrative guidance**, not regulatory precedent * When in doubt, prioritise **consistency, transparency, and auditability** Articles are designed to answer: * “How do I do this in the product?” * “How should this be reported?” * “What will an auditor or reviewer expect?” *** ### Key Principles You’ll See Throughout Across the knowledge base, BraveGen Carbon consistently applies these principles: * Clear organisational boundaries * One boundary approach applied consistently * Control determines Scope 1 & 2 inclusion under control approaches * Equity share determines proportion under the equity share approach * No control = no Scope 1 or 2 * Scope 3 attribution depends on the value-chain relationship * Transparency over optimisation If a configuration feels easier but less defensible, it is usually not recommended. *** ### Updates and Improvements * Content may be updated as the product evolves or standards change * Articles reflect **current best practice** at the time of writing * Significant changes will be noted where relevant *** ### Need More Help? If you can’t find what you're looking for: * Check related articles within the same section * Speak with your BraveGen consultant or account team * Raise a clarification through your normal support channel ***
## Where to start

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Getting started

Setting up BraveGen Carbon to start collecting data and reporting emissionsGetting started

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Core Concepts

Understand how data collection, and your carbon inventory is managed.Core Concepts

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Guides

Walkthroughs for common tasks like loading files, creating snapshots, or reviewing dataGuides

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Reference

Detailed configuration options, limits, and terminology.Reference
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