Environmental Track II - Carbon Fingerprint
Carbon Fingerprint: Understanding and Reducing Our Environmental Impact
Scope
This workshop aims to highlight the concept of carbon footprint, its measurement, and its implications for environmental sustainability. Attendees will explore how daily activities, industrial processes, and policy decisions contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, and how individuals, organizations, and governments can take action to mitigate climate changse.
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The workshop will cover:
1. Introduction to Carbon Footprint:
- Definition and scientific basis
- Carbon footprint vs. ecological footprint
- Key contributors (transportation, energy, food, manufacturing)
2. Tools and Methods of Carbon Footprint Calculation:
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
- Emission factor databases
- Online calculators and software tools
3. Sector-Wise Analysis:
- Carbon emissions from homes, businesses, and industries
- Carbon footprint of common goods and services
- Case studies and comparisons across countries and sectors
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4. Carbon Offset and Reduction Strategies:
- Energy efficiency and renewable energy adoption
- Sustainable lifestyle choices and behavior change
- Offsetting emissions through reforestation, clean energy projects, etc.
5. Policy and Global Perspectives:
- International agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement)
- National policies and carbon pricing
- Corporate carbon disclosure and net-zero commitments
6. Interactive Session:
- Hands-on activity: Calculate your own carbon footprint
- Group discussions and action planning
- Q&A with environmental scientists and sustainability experts
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