Carbon Footprint Calculator

Estimate your annual carbon emissions.
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Annual Emissions
11.8 Metric Tons
US Average: ~16 Tons | Global Average: ~4 Tons
4.3t
Transport
7.3t
Home Energy
0.3t
Flights
Analysis
Interpretation of the current calculator output

Calculation Summary

The current inputs have been processed for the carbon footprint calculator. Review the results panel for the computed output and use the charts tab to compare the current values visually.

How to Read It

The main result shows the direct answer for your current inputs. Supporting sections below explain the method, example, and common questions so the result is easier to interpret.

How to Use

Step-by-step instructions
  1. 1Enter annual miles driven and MPG.
  2. 2Enter monthly electricity and gas bills.
  3. 3Enter number of flights per year.
  4. 4The calculator estimates your total CO2 emissions.

Emission Factors

Sums emissions from driving, electricity, heating, and air travel using standard conversion factors.
Total = Σ (Activity × Emission Factor)

Variables:

ActivityUsage amount
FactorCO2e per unit

Example

Average Profile

Inputs:

Miles:12,000
Bill:$150

Steps:

  1. 1.Car: (12000/25)*8.887 = 4,266 kg
  2. 2.Elec: (150/0.15)*12*0.386 = 4,632 kg
  3. 3.Total ≈ 9 tons
Result:
9.0 Tons CO2e

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CO2e?

CO2e stands for Carbon Dioxide Equivalent. It includes other greenhouse gases like methane, converted to the equivalent impact of CO2.