carbon footprint
noun
: the amount of greenhouse gases and specifically carbon dioxide emitted by something (such as a person's activities or a product's manufacture and transport) during a given period
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There was, however, little mention of our collective carbon footprint.
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Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 26 June 2024
The buildings that were erected were built with wood and recycled materials, employing processes that, according to Grenon, reduced the project’s carbon footprint by 30% per square meter — more than French ecological regulations require.
—Joshua Berlinger, CNN, 25 June 2024
Focusing on regional sourcing much of their food helps reduce that pesky carbon footprint.
—Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2024
Various aspect of farming including soil health management, livestock management, holistic vision and landscape management, environmental impact to reduce carbon footprint, and farmer community development are measured through periodical assessments.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2024
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Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 26 June 2024
The buildings that were erected were built with wood and recycled materials, employing processes that, according to Grenon, reduced the project’s carbon footprint by 30% per square meter — more than French ecological regulations require.
—Joshua Berlinger, CNN, 25 June 2024
Focusing on regional sourcing much of their food helps reduce that pesky carbon footprint.
—Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2024
Various aspect of farming including soil health management, livestock management, holistic vision and landscape management, environmental impact to reduce carbon footprint, and farmer community development are measured through periodical assessments.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 17 June 2024
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“Carbon footprint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carbon%20footprint. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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