Home Energy
Home Energy Carbon Calculator
Your home is likely one of the largest sources of your personal carbon footprint. Heating, electricity, and cooking all produce greenhouse gas emissions. This calculator helps you understand and offset the carbon impact of your household energy use.
Calculate Your Home Energy Emissions
Enter your household energy details below. You can find this information on your energy bills or your supplier’s app. If you don’t know your exact usage, we’ve provided UK average values as defaults.
Your Energy Usage
UK average household: ~2,900 kWh/year
UK average gas: ~12,000 kWh/year
Tips to Reduce Your Home Energy Emissions
- Switch to a renewable electricity tariff - This can eliminate your electricity-related emissions entirely.
- Improve insulation - Loft and cavity wall insulation can reduce heating demand by 25-40%.
- Install a heat pump - Air source heat pumps are 3-4 times more efficient than gas boilers.
- Smart thermostat - Optimising your heating schedule can save 10-15% on gas usage.
- LED lighting - Uses up to 80% less electricity than traditional bulbs.
Reduce what you can, then offset the rest with verified carbon credits.
