Tool

Work trip carbon calculator

A quick planning estimate for a single business trip. Use it to compare options before booking — it is not a substitute for certified emissions accounting.

Trip details

Estimated footprint

140kg CO₂e

Return · 1 traveller · Flight (short-haul, under 1,500 km)

Same distance, other modes (standard class)
Coach25.2 kg−82%
Train (high-speed / intercity)31.5 kg−77%
Car (electric, 1 traveller)45.0 kg−68%
Flight (long-haul, over 1,500 km)135 kg−3%
Car (petrol, 1 traveller)153 kg

Method

Estimates use per-passenger-kilometre factors typical of published government and industry averages, with a cabin-class multiplier applied to flights. Real figures vary by operator, aircraft, load factor and electricity grid. For reporting, we use your actual booking data instead of this tool.

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