The average city dweller emits
10.2 tonnes of CO2 annually
(1 tonne = 1,000 kg)
Divide 10.2 tonnes (10,200 kg) by 365 days and you get
28 kg of CO2 daily
Individual carbon footprint is made up of three main categories:
commute, getting around, flights
electricity, warm water, heating
food, shopping, hobbies & activities, etc
Transportation:
commute, getting around, flights
Household:
electricity, warm water usage, heating
Consumption:
food, shopping, hobbies & activities, etc
Carbon Dioxide
noun (symbol CO2) /ˈkɑr·bən dɑɪˈɑk·sɑɪd/
CO2 is a gas that exists naturally in the atmosphere, earth and our bodies of water. Human activity results in the release of additional CO2, tipping the natural balance that is needed for our planet to thrive.
Understanding our CO2 emissions help us make #clevercarbondecisions for ourselves and our planet.
