This calculator helps event organizers estimate the carbon impacts of events that are held online, or virtually.
The calculator is for educational purposes and is intended to serve as a reasonable approximation and comparison of estimated impacts based on available data.
The calculator is not intended for detailed carbon accounting. Customized carbon audits specific to your event can be provided on request.
The calculator is created and owned by MeetGreen and Clear Current Consulting.
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Streaming: Assumes viewing via a laptop using an external monitor. Streaming includes device use, data centre and network transmission estimates by the International Energy Agency. World average (2019) CO2/kwh for electricity is used.
Shipping: Assumes ground shipments via non-refrigerated heavy goods vehicle (diesel-powered), 100%-laden. Carbon factor for air shipments is adjusted to account for short-haul (<3,700km) and long-haul flights based on the shipping distance entered. (DEFRA, 2019)
Pre-production: Low-production recording assumes recorded interview via a Zoom-style platform where two individuals are using a laptop and external monitor set-up. High production recording assumes professional studio use with lighting and sound using a small crew, including some travel. (Albert, 2019)
Materials use: Lifecycle impacts of gifts and production materials are not included. (This is possible to add through a custom calculation.)
You acknowledge and agree that MeetGreen and Clear Current Consulting make no representation or warranty as to accuracy or validity and accepts no liability in respect of any:
Users agree to reference MeetGreen, Clear Current Consulting and the Digital Event Footprint Calculator when using data derived from this calculator. To make this easy we have automatically included citations in the downloadable report graphic. Alternatively please cite: “Data provided by www.DigitalEventFootprintCalculator.com (MeetGreen, Clear Current Consulting).“