carbon footprint
nounUK /ˈkɑːbən ˈfʊtprɪnt/
US /ˈkɑːrbən ˈfʊtprɪnt/
A carbon footprint is the amount of bad gas that comes from the things we do, like driving or using electricity.
Riding a bike instead of taking the car helps shrink your carbon footprint.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The total greenhouse gases released by a company, product, or event over a set period.
The airline reported its annual carbon footprint to investors.
3. A measure used to compare the climate impact of different lifestyles or choices.
Eating less meat can lower your personal carbon footprint.
4. The sum of carbon dioxide and other emissions linked to making and shipping a product.
The label shows the carbon footprint of the T-shirt from factory to store.