Comprehensive tools to measure and reduce your environmental impact
Carbon Footprint Calculator
Calculate your annual carbon dioxide emissions based on transportation, energy use, diet, and consumption habits. The average American produces about 16 tons of CO₂ per year.
How much do you drive and what type of vehicle?
Miles you drive per year (average American: 12,000)
Your monthly utility costs
Monthly electricity bill in dollars
Monthly natural gas/heating bill in dollars
What best describes your eating habits?
How often do you fly?
Round-trip flights per year (0 if you don't fly)
Annual CO₂ Emissions
Transportation Emissions
Energy Emissions
Lifestyle Emissions
Tips to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint:
Switch to renewable energy sources
Use public transportation or bike when possible
Reduce meat consumption
Improve home insulation
Buy less, reuse more
Energy Usage Calculator
Analyze your home's energy consumption and identify opportunities for savings. The average US home uses about 900 kWh per month and costs $108/month.
Basic information about your living space
Total square footage of your home
Number of people living in your home
Find this info on your electricity bill
Monthly kWh usage (kilowatt-hours from your bill)
Your electricity rate ($/kWh - usually $0.08-$0.20)
Monthly Energy Cost
Annual Energy Cost
Energy Efficiency Rating
Potential Annual Savings
Energy Saving Tips:
Set thermostat to 68°F in winter, 78°F in summer
Replace bulbs with LED lights
Unplug electronics when not in use
Use programmable thermostat
Seal air leaks around windows
Water Conservation Calculator
Calculate your household water usage and discover conservation opportunities. The average American family uses about 300 gallons of water per day.
Your typical daily water use
Minutes each person spends in shower daily
Number of people in your household
How often you use water appliances
Dishwasher loads per week (0 if you wash by hand)
Laundry loads per week
Daily Water Usage
Monthly Water Usage
Annual Water Cost
Potential Annual Savings
Water Conservation Tips:
Fix leaky faucets immediately
Take shorter showers
Only run full loads in dishwasher
Collect rainwater for gardens
Use drought-resistant plants
Waste Reduction Calculator
Calculate your household waste generation and find opportunities to reduce waste. The average American produces about 4.5 pounds of trash per day.
How much trash does your family generate?
Number of people in your household
Number of trash bags you put out per week
Your current recycling and waste habits
Percentage of food you throw away (0-100%)
Percentage of waste you currently recycle (0-100%)
Weekly Waste Generation
Annual Waste Generation
Potential Waste Reduction
Environmental Impact Saved
Waste Reduction Tips:
Plan meals to reduce food waste
Choose products with minimal packaging
Repair items instead of replacing them
Donate or sell items instead of throwing away
Start composting organic waste
Recycling Impact Calculator
Calculate the environmental impact of your recycling efforts. See how much energy, water, and CO₂ you save by recycling different materials each week.
Estimate the weight in pounds you recycle each week
Paper/cardboard (lbs) - newspapers, boxes, mail
Plastic containers (lbs) - bottles, food containers
Glass bottles/jars (lbs) - wine, food jars
Metal recycling has the highest environmental impact
Aluminum cans (lbs) - soda, beer cans
Steel/tin cans (lbs) - food cans, soup cans
Annual Material Recycled
Energy Saved Annually
Water Saved Annually
CO₂ Emissions Prevented
Recycling Tips:
Clean containers before recycling
Check local recycling guidelines
Recycle electronics at special sites
Flatten cardboard boxes to save space
Consider upcycling before recycling
Solar Savings Calculator
Calculate potential savings from installing solar panels on your home. Find out system size, costs, and payback period. Average solar installation costs $15,000-$25,000 before incentives.
Find this information on your electricity bill
Your monthly electricity bill in dollars
Monthly kWh usage (from your electric bill)
Physical space and system costs
Available south-facing roof area (square feet)
Installation cost per watt ($2.50-$4.50 typical)
Recommended System Size
Total System Cost
Annual Savings
Payback Period
Solar Installation Tips:
Get multiple quotes from certified installers
Check roof condition before installation
Understand local net metering policies
Consider battery storage options
Monitor system performance regularly
Wind Power Calculator
Evaluate the potential for small-scale wind power generation at your location. Wind power needs consistent speeds of 10+ mph to be effective. Most residential installations require significant space and investment.
Check your local wind speed data online or with weather services
Average wind speed at your location (mph) - need 10+ for viability
Residential wind turbines and typical costs
Total system cost including installation ($15,000-$50,000 typical)
Annual Energy Production
Capacity Factor
Annual Savings
Payback Period
Wind Power Tips:
Wind speeds of 10+ mph needed
Check local zoning laws
Consider noise impact
Regular maintenance is crucial
Hybrid solar-wind systems work well
Composting Calculator
Calculate how much organic waste you can compost and the benefits. Composting reduces methane emissions from landfills and creates valuable soil amendment. About 30% of household waste can be composted.
Food scraps that can be composted
Number of people in your household
Pounds of food scraps per person per week (fruit peels, vegetable waste, coffee grounds)
Additional organic materials
Pounds of yard waste per week (leaves, grass clippings, small branches)
Percentage you actually compost (0-100%) - many people start at 50%
Weekly Material Composted
Annual Compost Production
CO₂ Emissions Prevented
Compost Value
Composting Tips:
Mix green and brown materials
Keep compost moist but not waterlogged
Turn regularly for faster decomposition
Avoid meat and dairy
Finished compost should be dark and crumbly
Rainwater Collection Calculator
Calculate rainwater collection potential and savings.
Annual Collection Potential
Monthly Average
Annual Savings
Water Independence
Rainwater Tips:
Keep gutters clean
Use first flush diverters
Cover tanks to prevent mosquitoes
Check local regulations
Plan for overflow
Green Building Calculator
Evaluate green building features and their benefits.
Annual Energy Savings
Payback Period
20-Year Savings
CO₂ Reduction
Green Building Tips:
Prioritize insulation and windows
Right-size HVAC systems
Use sustainable materials
Design for natural lighting
Consider LEED certification
Green Transportation Calculator
Compare your current transportation with greener alternatives. See how much CO₂ and money you could save by switching to electric vehicles, public transit, or biking.
What you drive now
Miles you drive per year
What you're considering switching to
Percentage of trips using this alternative (0-100%)
Current CO₂ Emissions
Alternative CO₂ Emissions
CO₂ Reduction
Annual Cost Savings
Green Transportation Tips:
Combine trips to reduce miles
Consider car-sharing
Maintain proper tire pressure
Plan efficient routes
Explore employer incentives
Overall Sustainability Score
Get a comprehensive sustainability score (0-10) based on all aspects of your lifestyle. This combines your energy use, transportation, consumption habits, and diet into one overall rating.
Your carbon footprint and energy choices
Your annual CO₂ emissions in tons (use Carbon Calculator first)
Percentage of energy from renewable sources (0-100%)
Miles you drive per year (average American: 12,000)
Your buying and eating habits
Percentage of waste you recycle (0-100%)
Percentage of purchases that are local/sustainable (0-100%)
Overall Sustainability Score
Comparison to Average
Top Areas to Improve
Environmental Impact
Sustainability Tips:
Focus on high-impact areas first
Set measurable goals
Track progress monthly
Share your journey
Celebrate small wins
Home Energy Audit Tool
Conduct a comprehensive energy audit of your home to identify the biggest opportunities for energy savings. Rate your home's features on a 1-10 scale where 1=very poor and 10=excellent.
General details about your home
Age of your home in years
Total square footage of your home
Average monthly energy bill in dollars
