Carbon Footprint

Abstract

The objective of this article will discuss about Carbon Footprint, which is a quantitative measure of the impact of products and services from human activities on the environment. It refers to the amount of greenhouse gases released from activities related to organizations or agencies, both directly and indirectly, that cause an impact on the environment. There are 7 greenhouse gases considered: carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), and nitrogen trifluoride (NF3). The indicator is the Global Warming Potential (GWP). It is well known that our IT industry also contributes to global warming. Therefore, we should study about carbon footprint and cooperate to reduce pollution as much as we can. Carbon Footprint is an important indicator to control organizations and industries that conduct activities that release excessive greenhouse gases that will affect the environment in the future. To better understand Carbon Footprint, this article discusses what Carbon Footprint is, the different types of it, and why modern organizations need to consider it.