Understanding Carbon Footprint
The average American produces about 16 metric tons of CO₂ per year. The global average is 4.8 tons. Reducing to under 2 tons by 2050 is needed to limit warming to 1.5°C.
Carbon Footprint Calculator
Estimate your annual CO₂ emissions from daily activities.
Transportation
Home Energy
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Annual Carbon Footprint
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metric tons CO₂/year
US Average
16.0 tons
World Average
4.8 tons
Breakdown
Trees Needed to Offset
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