As Canadian industry advances toward a net zero future, understanding and managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is no longer optional—it’s mission-critical. One of the first steps on this path is identifying your Scope 1 emissions: the emissions you have the most control over and the greatest opportunity to reduce.
At QMC Metering Solutions, we help industrial clients across Canada transform their energy data into measurable action—reducing Scope 1 emissions, achieving regulatory compliance, and unlocking significant operational and financial benefits.
What Are Scope 1 Emissions?
Scope 1 emissions are direct GHG emissions from sources that are owned or controlled by your organization. These typically include:
- On-site combustion of fuels in boilers, furnaces, engines, and process heaters
- Company-owned vehicles burning gasoline or diesel
- Fugitive emissions from refrigeration units or natural gas leaks
- Industrial processes that release CO₂, CH₄, or other GHGs
QMC supports Scope 1 emissions tracking through a comprehensive suite of tools and services. We install highly accurate gas submeters directly on fuel-burning equipment such as boilers and water heaters, enabling the capture of real-time interval data that is critical for precise emissions measurement and reporting.
Our systems provide asset-level visibility, allowing facility managers to monitor consumption at the system or equipment level and quickly identify high-emitting sources. Every meter is professionally commissioned and verified to meet utility-grade standards, ensuring data accuracy and reliability during audits or regulatory reporting. Through our MeterConnex platform, QMC also simplifies the emissions calculation process by automatically converting fuel consumption into carbon equivalents using up-to-date, region-specific emission factors—delivering accurate Scope 1 data without manual calculations.
Why Scope 1 Emissions—and QMC—Matter for Canadian Industry
For Canada’s industrial sector—from manufacturing and mining to oil & gas—Scope 1 emissions often make up the largest portion of total greenhouse gas output. These are the emissions you control directly, making them not only the most visible to regulators but also the most actionable. And the pressure to manage them is growing.
Governments are tightening regulations with mandatory reporting requirements like the Federal GHGRP, Alberta’s TIER, and BC’s CleanBC Industrial Incentive Program. On top of that, carbon pricing continues to rise, directly impacting your bottom line. But with the right tools, this challenge becomes an opportunity. Programs like the Decarbonization Incentive Program (DIP) and the Clean Fuels Fund offer grants and rebates to companies that can demonstrate measurable reductions in their Scope 1 emissions.
That’s where QMC comes in.
We offer industrial-grade metering and energy analytics solutions built for precision, durability, and insight. Our Measurement Canada-approved meters track everything from natural gas and thermal energy to on-site power generation, providing accurate interval-level data you can trust.
Our turn-key solutions cover everything—including, hardware sourcing, system design and commissioning—ensuring that your metering system fits your facility’s unique environment, whether it’s aging infrastructure or an extreme industrial setting.
With MeterConnex, our powerful cloud-based platform, you can automatically generate regulatory-compliant reports, benchmark performance across sites, and pinpoint inefficiencies before they become costly. Plus, our systems integrate with standards like ISO 50001, LEED, and ASHRAE 90.1, giving you the framework to meet sustainability targets and qualify for incentive programs.
QMC is trusted across Canada for a reason:
- Nationwide Service: Our certified technicians deploy and maintain systems coast-to-coast.
- Multi-Utility Expertise: Whether it’s electricity, gas, steam, thermal or water, we meter it all.
- Long-Term Value: Our high-accuracy meters deliver lower maintenance costs and a better total cost of ownership.
- Industry Trust: From hospitals to heavy industry, institutions depend on QMC to deliver reliable energy data that drives real results.
With QMC, managing Scope 1 emissions is no longer a burden—it’s a strategic advantage.
Simplify Compliance and Benchmarking with ENERGY STAR Integration
Managing Scope 1 emissions is just one part of a broader energy management strategy—and benchmarking your building performance is key to demonstrating progress. That’s why QMC offers seamless integration with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, North America’s standard platform for energy reporting and disclosure.
With QMC, you can:
- Automatically sync energy usage data via API—no manual uploads or spreadsheets
- Access ENERGY STAR scores directly from our MeterConnex platform
- Streamline compliance reporting for programs like LEED, ESG disclosures, and Ontario’s Energy and Water Reporting and Benchmarking (EWRB) initiative
Whether you’re managing a single facility or an entire national portfolio, QMC ensures your reporting is accurate, efficient, and audit-ready.
Why Canada’s Industrial Leaders Trust QMC
At QMC, we’re more than just a metering provider—we’re a trusted partner in driving industrial decarbonization and operational excellence.
- National Coverage, Local Expertise
From Vancouver to St. John’s, our certified technicians support installations and service across Canada. We’re where you need us, when you need us—with regionally based teams who understand your local energy landscape and regulatory context. - True Multi-Utility Capability
Whether it’s electricity, natural gas, thermal energy, or water—QMC meters it all. Our systems are designed to capture comprehensive energy profiles across your entire operation, so you can manage all your utility streams from one centralized platform. - Built for Industrial Demands
Our meters are Measurement Canada-approved, rugged enough for extreme environments, and engineered for long-term performance. With fewer breakdowns and accurate data from day one, our customers benefit from a lower total cost of ownership and reduced operational risk. - Trusted by Canada’s Institutions
Leading hospitals, government agencies and major manufacturers rely on QMC to deliver the metering infrastructure that powers their emissions reduction strategies. We’re proud to support some of the country’s most ambitious sustainability and net-zero programs.
Interested in Tracking Emissions Beyond Scope 1?
Achieve a Full Organizational View with QMC + CarbonSuite Integration
Integrate QMC’s precision metering with CarbonSuite’s AI-powered carbon tracking to track Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions for a comprehensive view of your carbon accounting.
This integration delivers real-time insights to optimize energy usage, reduce costs, and ensure regulatory compliance. CarbonSuite offers sustainability reporting and analytics with ease, enabling you to generate accurate reports and track progress toward your environmental goals.
Key Benefits:
- Complete Emissions Tracking: Monitor emissions across energy, processes, and supply chains.
- Actionable Insights: Leverage QMC’s data for efficiency improvements and cost savings.
- NetSuite Integration: Streamline operations and compliance with seamless NetSuite workflows.
- Sustainability Reporting & Analytics: Effortlessly generate reports and track your sustainability metrics.
Reducing Scope 1 GHG emissions isn’t just about ticking boxes for compliance. It’s about gaining real-time visibility, making smarter operational decisions, and positioning your business to thrive in a carbon-conscious economy.
Contact QMC today to start your Scope 1 reduction strategy and check out CarbonSuite’s blog to learn more.
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