13.2. CARBON FOOTPRINT

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a carbon footprint?

   Hint

   Think about what is emitted into the atmosphere.

2. 2.

   Name two types of emissions in organizational carbon footprints.

   Hint

   Recall the categories used to classify emissions.

3. 3.

   What does a carbon footprint measure?

   • Only carbon dioxide emissions
   • Total greenhouse gas emissions
   • Only methane emissions

   Hint

   Consider the various gases mentioned.

4. 4.

   Is Scope 3 emissions within the direct control of an organization?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how these emissions occur.

5. 5.

   A company produces 1,000 units of a product. Each unit contributes an average of 2 tCO₂e. Additionally, there are Scope 2 emissions from electricity totaling 150 tCO₂e. Calculate the total carbon footprint.

   Hint

   Add all contributions of emissions together.

6. 6.

   Analyze a scenario where a new legislation requires businesses to report their Scope 1 emissions. How would this affect their carbon footprint calculations?

   Hint

   Think about the impact of accountability on behavior.