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Understanding the Carbon Footprint of Diesel Usage
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Did you know that every liter of diesel fuel burned releases a significant amount of carbon dioxide (COâ‚‚) into the atmosphere? Specifically, for every 1 liter of diesel fuel consumed, approximately 2.68 kg of COâ‚‚ is emitted. These emissions contribute directly to climate change, as COâ‚‚ is a major greenhouse gas.
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Step 1: Calculating Your COâ‚‚ Emissions
To calculate your business’s diesel-related carbon footprint, simply multiply the volume of diesel used (in liters) by 2.68:
COâ‚‚ emissions (kg) = Volume of diesel (liters) x 2.68
For instance, if your company uses 10,000 liters of diesel annually, the COâ‚‚ emissions would be:
10,000 x 2.68 = 26,800 kg COâ‚‚ = 26.8 tons of COâ‚‚ per year
This gives you a clear picture of the environmental impact caused by fuel consumption in your business.
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Step 2: Offsetting COâ‚‚ with Eucalyptus Trees
Now, let’s explore how we can offset these emissions by planting trees. Eucalyptus trees, known for their fast growth and high COâ‚‚ absorption rate, are an effective solution. On average, a mature eucalyptus tree absorbs between 0.04 to 0.08 tons of COâ‚‚ per year.
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To calculate the number of trees needed to offset your emissions, use the following formula:
Number of trees required = Total COâ‚‚ emissions (tons) / COâ‚‚ absorbed per tree (tons/year)
Thus, you would need to plant and maintain 335 to 670 eucalyptus trees each year to completely offset the emissions from 10,000 liters of diesel.
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Why Choose Eucalyptus Trees?
Eucalyptus trees are not only known for their rapid growth but also for their ability to sequester a large amount of COâ‚‚, making them an ideal choice for reforestation projects aimed at carbon offsetting. By planting eucalyptus trees, you can take actionable steps toward reducing your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Take Action
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If you’re looking to mitigate the environmental impact of your business, start by calculating your COâ‚‚ emissions today and explore how tree planting initiatives can help you offset your footprint. Every tree planted brings us closer to a greener, more sustainable planet!
Our calculations
In 2023, our business consumed a total of 2,947,036 liters of diesel fuel.
Using the standard conversion for COâ‚‚ emissions, we can calculate the total amount of COâ‚‚ emitted from our fuel consumption.
Step 1: Calculating Total COâ‚‚ Emissions
For every liter of diesel burned, approximately 2.68 kg of COâ‚‚ is released into the atmosphere. Therefore, the total COâ‚‚ emissions from our 2023 diesel usage are calculated as:
2,947,036 liters x 2.68 kg COâ‚‚/liter = 7,898,053.8 kg COâ‚‚
To convert this to tons:7,898,053.8 kg COâ‚‚ divide by 1,000 = 7,898.05 tons of COâ‚‚. In 2023, we emitted approximately 7,898 tons of COâ‚‚ from diesel usage.
Step 2: Determining the Number of Eucalyptus Trees Required
A mature eucalyptus tree can absorb between 0.04 to 0.08 tons of COâ‚‚ per year. To offset our emissions, we would need to plant the following number of trees:
•Lower estimate (assuming 0.04 tons absorbed per tree): 7,898 tons of COâ‚‚ divided by 0.04 tons/tree = 197,450 trees.
•Upper estimate (assuming 0.08 tons absorbed per tree): 7,898 tons of COâ‚‚ divided by 0.08 tons/tree = 98,725 trees
ConclusionTo offset the 7,898 tons of COâ‚‚ emitted in 2023 from our diesel usage, we would need to plant and maintain 98,725 to 197,450 eucalyptus trees.
BIGGER GOALS
SDGs, Paris agreement, National Strategy, Plan 13, etc.
Paris agreement
The Paris Agreement, adopted in 2015 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), is a landmark international treaty aimed at combatting climate change. The primary objective of the Paris Agreement is to limit global warming to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, with efforts to limit the temperature increase even further to 1.5 degrees Celsius. One of the central aims of the agreement is to achieve a balance between anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions and removals by sinks of greenhouse gases, referred to as achieving "net zero" emissions. This means reducing emissions as much as possible and balancing any remaining emissions with carbon removal or offsetting measures.
SDGs: Climate Action
SDG 13 aims to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. This includes strengthening resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters. Target 13.2: Integrate climate change measures into national policies, strategies, and planning. SDG 13 calls for enhanced international cooperation to mobilize resources and support developing countries in their efforts to combat climate change and adapt to its impacts. This includes financial support, technology transfer, and capacity-building initiatives.
National Strategy 2018 – 2037
The country follows the development pathway stipulated in the National Strategy (2018 – 2037) which emphasizes Thailand’s vision of “becoming a developed country with security, prosperity, and sustainability in accordance with the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy”. The upcoming 13th National Economic and Social Development Plan (2023 – 2027) will prioritize achieving high-value eco-friendly economy, society of opportunities and equality, sustainable way of life, and strengthening enabling factors for transformation. In COP27, Thailand reiterated its pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065. As the 2022 APEC chair, Thailand emphasized the Bio-Circular-Green Economic (BCG) approach to promote green and inclusive growth, which became part of the Bangkok Goals endorsed by APEC members.
