Carbon intensity measures the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted by a sector or entity relative to its output or activity . Sector-Spe...
Carbon intensity measures the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted by a sector or entity relative to its output or activity.
Sector-Specific Measurement: Different sectors measure their progress in unique ways, for example:
Steel: Tonnes produced per tonne of CO2 emitted.
Medical Insurance: Number of claims fulfilled.
HR Services: Reduction in unproductive hours.
Governments may track carbon intensity by comparing economic growth (GDP per capita) to CO2 emissions.
Purpose: Helps assess how efficiently sectors or countries are reducing emissions while maintaining or improving productivity.
Example: China reported a 3.4% reduction in its carbon intensity in 2024, missing its target of 3.9%.
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