Environmental Science
Carbon Footprint
Quick fact
A single round-trip flight can add over 1 ton of CO₂ to an individual’s carbon footprint.
Why this is interesting
Did you know that the average person's carbon footprint is about 4.5 tons of CO₂ per year? It all starts with understanding where your emissions come from.
Read the full explanation
Understanding Carbon Footprint
Carbon footprint measures the total amount of greenhouse gases, mostly carbon dioxide, emitted directly and indirectly by a person, organization, event, or product. It helps us see how much we're contributing to climate change through our daily actions like driving, eating meat, or using electricity.
A deeper explanation
The carbon footprint is calculated based on the amount of emissions produced throughout the lifecycle of activities and products. These emissions trap heat in the atmosphere, leading to global warming. Understanding your carbon footprint helps identify areas where you can cut down on waste, switch to greener habits, or support eco-friendly policies.