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CO2 Conversion Guide: Kilograms to Tonnes – Everything You Need to Know
Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are often measured in kilograms (kg) and tonnes (metric tons), depending on the scale of the emissions. This table and guide will help you convert between kilograms and tonnes of CO2 and provide essential information on how CO2 emissions are typically reported and calculated.
Table: Kilograms to Tonnes Conversion for CO2
| Kilograms of CO2 (kg) | Tonnes of CO2 (t) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | 0.001 t | Small emission, e.g., short car trip (~5 miles) |
| 10 kg | 0.01 t | Small household activity, e.g., daily electricity usage |
| 100 kg | 0.1 t | Approximate CO2 emitted by driving 450 km (~280 miles) |
| 500 kg | 0.5 t | Medium-scale emission, such as a flight (short-haul) |
| 1000 kg (1 metric ton) | 1 t | CO2 from typical energy usage of a household in a month |
| 2000 kg | 2 t | CO2 from the manufacturing of a car |
| 5000 kg | 5 t | Emissions from an average international flight |
| 10,000 kg (10 metric tons) | 10 t | Large-scale industrial or transportation emissions |
| 100,000 kg | 100 t | Large-scale industrial or power plant emissions |