What Is A Carbon Footprint?

A carbon footprint is a measurement of the impact human activities have on our environment calculated in terms of greenhouse gases (GHG). In other words, when humans do things like drive cars or turn on their computers, gases are released into the air... not always directly, sometimes indirectly from things like purchased electricity. These gases have a negative impact on our environment. Got Green Energy measures these gases to aid companies in their quest to reduce power consumption and save money.

Why is it called a Carbon Footprint and not a Greenhouse Gas Footprint?

We could call it a Greenhouse Gas Footprint… but did you know, of the 6 major greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide (CO2) accounts for 83% of all the emissions from human activity? This is why it is called a Carbon Footprint.

Do I really need to measure my Carbon Footprint?

Well, are you interested in any of the following benefits?

You’re probably asking yourself, “Where do I begin?”

With our professional team at Got Green Energy, you can rest assured, our guidance and support is from beginning to end. Our experts use comprehensive standards and best practices to easily document and manage your entire carbon footprint. Gain confidence in the validity of our findings. After we complete the footprint, let us help you in the reduction and implementation process. We have no intention of leaving you wondering what needs to be done next. Think of Got Green Energy as your all-in-one resource for a greener future.

The Got Green Energy Way:

Our methodologies are unique, comprehensive, and above all, powerful! With our proven solutions, we help companies fully understand the complexities of their own carbon emissions in the simplest of ways, allowing for proper reduction opportunities.

What is Climate Change?

Climate change is the gradual change in global temperature caused by the accumulation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Infrared radiation reflects from the Earth’s surface and is absorbed by these gases. This ‘blanket’ of gases keeps the Earth warm and livable. However, increasing atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations are causing an increase in the Earth’s temperature. More infrared radiation is being trapped in the atmosphere.

Although the overall temperatures on the Earth are rising, some regions may become colder as a result of climate change. Scientists predict climate change will disrupt global weather systems, increase storm severities and lead to more diseases, resulting in irreversible harm to ecosystems.

The most significant greenhouse gas is carbon dioxide (CO2). CO2 makes up approximately 83% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. Atmospheric CO2 concentrations are 30% higher than pre-industrial levels. Although atmospheric CO2 is naturally occurring and essential to life, increased levels attributed to burning of fossil fuels and deforestation are upsetting Earth’s natural balance.

Even if we start reducing greenhouse gas emissions today, atmospheric CO2 levels will rise for years to come since greenhouse gases can remain in the atmosphere for decades or even centuries. To minimize this risk, we all need to reduce our greenhouse gas output by acting now.