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How to prepare your file for import

Make sure your file is correctly formatted to avoid errors during import

Updated over a month ago

Option 1 – Download the template from the Data import page, then fill it in following the guidelines on the second sheet.

Option 2 – Use your own file. Confirm that it contains all mandatory columns. The full list of mandatory columns is in the template.

Important points

  • Start date and end date can be the same and can match the transaction date.

  • The Location column must include only location names shown on the Company page.

  • For the list of available units and currencies, see this page

Additional considerations for Upstream scope 3 – Spend data import

  • Include only transactions for goods and services purchased in the reporting period. Exclude all amortisation transactions.

  • Include only purchases from external suppliers. Exclude all inter company transactions.

  • You may exclude non emitting activities, but it is optional because the system will remove them automatically during import. Full list is here

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