Ecology

Carbon Footprint Calculator

Estimate your annual carbon dioxide emissions based on home energy consumption, vehicular driving, flights, and dietary habits.

Input Parameters

Home Electricity Usage (Monthly)

kWh

Natural Gas Usage (Monthly)

therms

Vehicle Distance Driven (Yearly)

miles

Vehicle Fuel Economy

MPG

Air Travel (Yearly Flight Time)

hours

Primary Diet Type

Results

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Metric Tons of CO2 per Year

Home Energy (Electricity & Gas) —

Transportation (Car & Flights) —

Dietary Footprint —

Carbon Offsetting equivalent:

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About Carbon Footprints & Greenhouse Gases

A carbon footprint represents the total amount of greenhouse gases (including carbon dioxide and methane) generated by our daily actions. The average global carbon footprint is about 4.5 tons of carbon dioxide equivalents per person per year, whereas in high-income countries like the USA, the average is closer to 15 tons.

💡 Quick Win: Switching to renewable energy sources, using public transit, and increasing plant-based food choices are the most effective ways to lower your carbon footprint.