Carbon Footprint

Electric cars (EVs) are often seen as a greener choice. But how much carbon do they really emit? Let's look at the facts. The numbers for their CO2e are below:…

The carbon footprint of homegrown food is complex. A study from the University of Michigan reveals that urban agriculture often has a higher carbon footprint than conventional agriculture. For example,…

The carbon footprint of a plastic bag involves all stages of its lifecycle, from production to disposal. On average, a standard plastic bag has a carbon footprint of about 1.58…

AA batteries are widely used in remote controls, toys, and various household gadgets. The production of AA batteries emits approximately 150-200 grams of CO2 per Wh. Factors Adding to the…

The carbon footprint of chicken meat is approximately 9.87 kg of CO2 equivalent per kilogram (or about 4.5 lbs CO2e per pound) of meat produced. This makes it a lower-impact…

The carbon footprint of producing one kilogram (2.2 pounds) of milk typically ranges between 1.2 and 2.4 kilograms (2.64 and 5.28 pounds) of CO2 equivalent (CO2e)​ (Our World in Data)​​…

Sending an average email generates about 0.3 grams of CO2e. With billions of emails sent daily, this adds up to a significant impact on the environment. Factors Contributing to the…

The carbon footprint of producing a 1.5-liter bottle of water can vary, but it typically ranges between 44 grams to over 500 grams of CO2 per bottle. This depends on…

Charging a smartphone typically produces about 8 kg (17.6 lbs) of CO2 greenhouse gas emissions over its lifetime. This is a small fraction compared to the emissions generated during the…

An online meeting with a webcam emits between 150 to 1,000 grams (0.33 to 2.2 pounds) of carbon dioxide per hour. This range depends on factors like the quality of…