Methodology

Our group created an application designed to calculate carbon emissions from various modes of transportation, providing users with the necessary information to make environmentally conscious travel choices. To gather the required data and statistics for calculating emissions, we employed carbon footprint analysis techniques. This approach entails quantifying the total greenhouse gas emissions associated with different transportation options. By implementing a carbon footprint analysis, we are able to offer a detailed perspective on an individual's impact on the environment, taking into account both indirect and direct emissions.

Our methodology

Below is the outline of the methodology employed to compile data for the Carbon App. This methodology hinges on sourcing reliable and real-world data concerning carbon emissions. The students engaged in this project have been seeking out data rooted in scientific research. The objective of the Carbon App is to heighten awareness among users about their everyday carbon emissions and inspire actions that can lead to a reduction in their carbon footprint.

  1. General Formula

    CO2=d·efp CO2 = Carbon emissions
    d = Distance travelled
    ef = Emission factor gCO2 / km
    p = passengers

  1. Electrical formula

    CO2=d·26·ecp CO2 = Carbon emissions
    d = Distance travelled
    26 = Carbon intensity gCO2 / kWh
    ec = Energy consumption kWh / km
    p = passengers

  1. Car

    According to SSB.no, an avarage petrol car emits 156,47g CO2 per km CO2=km·0,15647kgpassengers And an avarage diesel car emits 130,09g CO2 per km CO2=km·0,130,09kgpassengers

  2. Ferry

    According to framtiden.no, an avarage heavy fuel oil ferry emits 266g CO2 per km CO2=km·0,266kgpassengers

  3. Motorcycle

    According to SSB, an avarage fuel-based motorcycle emits 85,2g CO2 per km CO2=km·0,0852kgpassengers

  1. Train

    According to VY.no, an avarage train emits 10g CO2 per km CO2=km·26·0,01kgpassengers

  2. Bus

    According to framtiden.no, an avarage diesel buss emits 25g CO2 per km per passenger CO2=km·0,025kgpassengers while an avarage biodiesel buss emits 7g CO2 per km CO2=km·0,007kgpassengers

  3. Plane

    According to framtiden.no, an avarage airplane emits 133g CO2 per km per passenger CO2=km·0,133kgpassengers