Emission Factor

An emission factor is a measurement used to estimate the amount of greenhouse gases, like carbon dioxide, released into the atmosphere from specific activities or sources, such as burning fuel or manufacturing processes. It reflects how much pollution is produced per unit of activity, like per liter of fuel burned or per ton of material processed. This helps in assessing environmental impact and developing strategies to reduce emissions. Essentially, emission factors provide a standardized way to estimate pollution levels associated with various actions, making it easier to compare and manage environmental performance.