Low Impact Living Calculator
Introduction & Importance
Low impact living is crucial for preserving our planet’s resources and combating climate change. Our calculator helps you understand and reduce your environmental footprint.
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter your annual energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh).
- Enter your annual water usage in liters.
- Enter your annual waste production in kilograms (kg).
- Click ‘Calculate’ to see your low impact living score and breakdown.
Formula & Methodology
The calculator uses a weighted average of your energy, water, and waste data to generate a low impact living score. The formula is as follows:
Score = (Energy * 0.4) + (Water * 0.3) + (Waste * 0.3)
For more information, see the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Union of Concerned Scientists.