From Cruise Ships to EVs: Exploring Carbon Emissions in Travel Modes

Transportation contributes a big chunk of the world's carbon dioxide emissions. This graphic shows how much carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2eq) different travel methods produce per person for every kilometer traveled. It includes both CO2eq and other greenhouse gases.

The data comes from trusted sources like Our World in Data, the UK Government, and The International Council on Clean Transportation, up to December 2022. But remember, these numbers are estimates. The actual carbon footprint depends on many things like the type of vehicle, how many people are traveling, and even the weather.

Cruise ships are the worst for carbon emissions. They use heavy fuel oil, which is very high in carbon. These massive ships need a lot of power for things like lights, air conditioning, and entertainment.

Short flights are also bad for carbon emissions because they use a lot of fuel to take off and climb.

Electric vehicles (EVs) are better for the environment in the long run compared to regular cars. But it's not just about driving; it's also about where the electricity comes from. If it comes from fossil fuels, then EVs might not be as green as we think. There are also questions about how much energy it takes to make EVs compared to regular cars.

Understanding these carbon footprints can help people make greener choices when they travel.

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by Mahrukh Shahid via Digital Information World