CO₂ Emission Calculator
Calculate CO₂ emissions from a quantity of fuel burned.
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Result
CO₂ emitted
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Formula used
CO₂ emitted = Fuel used × Emission factor
Example: 50 liters of petrol at 2.31 kg CO₂/liter → 115.5 kg CO₂.
How to use this calculator
- Enter Fuel used (liters), Emission factor (kg CO₂ per liter).
- Press Calculate to see your result instantly.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What emission factor should I use for petrol?
Approximately 2.31 kg CO₂ per liter is a commonly cited figure for gasoline/petrol.
What about diesel?
Approximately 2.68 kg CO₂ per liter is commonly cited for diesel, since it's slightly denser and more carbon-intensive than petrol.
Does this include upstream emissions from fuel production?
No, this reflects tailpipe combustion emissions only, not the full lifecycle 'well-to-wheel' footprint.
How is this different from the Car Carbon Calculator?
This works from actual fuel used; Car Carbon Calculator works from distance driven and a per-km emission factor.