The TfS PCF
Exchangesolution
The chemical industry
standard for the digitalexchange of PCF data ofyour chemical products

Together for Sustainability (TfS) – a joint
sustainability initiative of global chemical companies –has launched the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF)
Exchange solution. Using Siemens’ SiGREEN
technology, the TfS PCF Exchange solution is thepreferred platform for exchanging PCF data in thechemical industry. This pioneering solution is the firstof its kind in the chemical industry and is provided
free of charge. It facilitates the exchange of PCF datain compliance with various standards, such as TfS,
PACT and Catena-X. The tool is user-friendly andenables the secure and efficient exchange of PCF datain standardised formats within a secure environment.

What is the TfS PCF Exchange solution?
The TfS PCF Exchange solution, using Siemens’ SiGREEN
technology, facilitates the secure and trustworthy exchangeof PCF data across the chemical supply chain. It allows
chemical companies to request PCF information fromtheir suppliers for purchased raw materials. This data
helps determine carbon footprints and enables targetedreduction measures.

Why is this important right now?

The PCF Exchange solution addresses three main
challenges in PCF calculation: it enables companies andsuppliers to request and exchange product information atscale, ensures the comparability of information for effective
reduction efforts, and provides a trusted environment
for exchanging PCF data. The solution has been tested
by several TfS companies and will ensure widespread
adoption by TfS members and their suppliers. Its goal isto enhance transparency in the chemical sector, support
large-scale PCF data exchange, and contribute to achieving
greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) reduction targets.

Climate change poses a well-known threat to our planet
and the future of businesses. Companies worldwide aretaking action to reduce GHG emissions in support of theParis Agreement’s goal to limit global warming to well
below 2°C. The chemical industry is accountable for a highlevel of global GHG emissions, 77% of which fall under
Scope 31. As corporations set stronger sustainability
targets, they are increasingly looking to build moresustainable supply chains and reduce their associatedemissions. As a chemical supplier, determining the carbon
footprint of your products provides the best product-level
information for identifying, tracking, and reducing these
Scope 3 emissions. By providing accurate PCFs in thechemical industry to your corporate customers, you canhelp them accurately report their emissions and advancesustainability in the chemical industry.

How the solution can benefit you
Participating in decarbonisation efforts can offer
benefits such as improved reputation and brand value,
access to new markets and customers that prioritisesustainability, potential cost savings through efficiency
improvements and resource optimisation and innovation.
The solution is designed to reduce the number of different
channels and tools used for the transfer of PCF data ina standardised format. Moreover, it is built to support
companies in establishing a fully digital data chain and toperform general data compliance checks automatically.
Companies will benefit from the solution compared todirect, partial, or fully manual data transfer in terms ofcost savings, especially when a large amount of data
is exchanged. PCF data exchange in compliance with
the PACT or Catena-X standard will be possible as well(starting Q4/24).

To discover valuable training resources,visit the TfS Academy:• How to use the platform?
Explore the learning plan “The TfS PCF Data Exchangesolution – SiGREEN”.
• Why is this important right now?
Take the course “Understanding Product Carbon
Footprints; A Key to Environmental Responsibility”.
The TfS Academy provides hundreds of multilingual
training modules to TfS members and their suppliers.

How to use the TfS PCF Exchange platform
To access the platform, you must first receive an invitationfrom your customer. All the necessary steps are outlinedin the invitation email. You can use any internet browser
to access the platform. There is free training material
available that provides comprehensive explanations.
The tool itself is free to use when you input or retrieve data
manually via the web browser or through file uploads anddownloads. However, if you plan to extensively transmit
your PCF data through the SiGREEN platform using an
automated API, there will be a monthly fee.
1 Source: CDP, “Running Hot - Accelerating Europe’s path to Paris” (page 31).
© Together for Sustainability, 2024

To get to know the TfS PCF Exchange solution
and to learn more about how you can play yourpart in creating a sustainable chemical supply
chain, visit:
tfs-initiative.com/how-we-do-it/scope-3ghg-emissions
tfs-initiative.com/how-we-do-it/scope-3ghg-emissions/pcf-exchange-solution