CSustainability Dictionary
Carbon Footprint
Definition
The measurement, in CO2 equivalent (CO2e), of total greenhouse gas emissions released directly and indirectly into the atmosphere by an individual, organization, product or service. It is classified as Scope 1, 2 and 3.
Real-Life Example
Flights, electricity consumption, production processes
Example Scenario
“A producer calculates its carbon footprint by analyzing all operations and creates a reduction plan.”