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carbon footprint

1 of 1noun
/ˈkɑr.bən fʊt.ˌprɪnt/
Forms:carbon footprints
1

the amount of carbon dioxide that an organization or person releases into the atmosphere

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  • Flying frequently increases your carbon footprint significantly.
  • Driving electric cars can help lower your carbon footprint.
  • Manufacturing industries often have a high carbon footprint.
  • The government encouraged citizens to cut their carbon footprints.
  • The company is working to reduce its carbon footprint by switching to renewable energy.