Methodology
Climate impact calculator for event visitors
Background
This calculator has been developed with funding from Göteborg & Co.
Travel & Accommodation
Read more about the methodology used for calculating travel and accommodation emissions at Travel CO2.
Food
Emissions from food are calculated using example meals developed in an ongoing research project. One meal per day is included in the calculation and is meant to showcase the differences between meal choices.
| Meal category | Representative meals used in calculator | CO2e / person / meal |
|---|---|---|
| Beef | Hamburger with french fries | 5.0 kg |
| Cheese | Halloumi burger with french fries | 1.6 kg |
| Fish & seafood | Shrimp sandwich | 1.3 kg |
| Pork | Schnitzel with french fries | 1.1 kg |
| Chicken | Chicken burger with french fries | 0.7 kg |
| Greens & beans | Vegan burger with french fries | 0.5 kg |
Pledges
Pledged emission reductions are calculated as the difference between the original emissions based on user selections in the calculator and the calculated emissions after the pledges have been made.