This project aims to map out the distribution of regional carbon footprints, globally, in high detail. With the results of this research it will be possible to zoom in on the geodemographic hotspots driving a region’s carbon footprint.

While it is valuable to know the distribution and structure of carbon footprints in a jurisdiction, today no carbon footprint inventory is available for the vast majority of cities and states.

Our main research question is: Are there patterns in the spatial and socioeconomic distribution of carbon footprints that can help in setting smart carbon footprint mitigation policies at the regional scale?