Carbon footprint measures the total greenhouse gas emissions (CO₂-equivalents) across your product’s lifecycle, from production to disposal. It provides a clear view of your product’s contribution to climate change by tracking emissions from energy use, transport, and production.
Carbon footprint VS Eco-costs
Carbon footprint only focuses on greenhouse gases and misses other key environmental factors like biodiversity or resource scarcity (that are covered by eco-costs).
For instance, kraftliner may have a better carbon footprint, but eco-costs show testliner offers better protection for nature. That’s why using eco-costs alongside carbon footprint offers a more complete picture for sustainability decisions.
Just like eco-costs, carbon footprint can also be assed per lifecycle stage.