Introduction
CO2 emissions for articles in ProdSys are calculated based on predefined formulas that take into account various attributes such as weight, length, width, and area. This guide explains how to configure and calculate CO2 emissions for an article.
Steps to Calculate CO2 Emissions
1. Open the Article Editor
Navigate to Articles from the left-side menu.
Select the article you want to edit.
Click on the General Details tab.
2. Locate the CO2 Calculation Section
Find the CO2e field, which represents the CO2 emissions factor in kg.
Click on the CO2 Formula dropdown to select the appropriate formula for calculating CO2 emissions.
3. Select a CO2 Formula
ProdSys provides several predefined formulas for CO2 calculation. Select the formula that best suits the characteristics of the article:
Quantity × CO2e × Weight (Default and commonly used)
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Length
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Width
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Width × Height
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Length × Width × Height
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Area
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Width × Thickness
Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Length × Width
Quantity × CO2e (Simple CO2 calculation without other dimensions)
4. Understanding Formula Parameters
Each formula consists of the following variables:
Quantity: The number of items.
CO2e: The CO2 equivalent factor per unit.
Weight: The weight of a single unit (kg).
Length, Width, Height: Dimensional attributes of the article (mm).
Area: The surface area of the article.
For example:
If the selected formula is Quantity × CO2e × Weight,
the CO2 calculation would be:
CO2 Emissions=Quantity×CO2e×WeighIf the formula is Quantity × CO2e × Weight × Length × Width, the CO2 emissions will be influenced by additional dimensions.
5. Save the Configuration
After selecting the formula, verify the displayed CO2e value.
Click Save to apply the changes.
The CO2 emissions will now be calculated based on the chosen formula.
Conclusion
The CO2 calculation method allows for accurate tracking of emissions based on an article’s properties. Ensure that the correct formula is selected to reflect real-world environmental impact.