Question

The concept of carbon footprint originates from _____________.

• A. Ecological footprint
• B. Economic footprint
• C. Global footprint
• D. Climate footprint

Answer 1

The correct option is A Ecological footprint

The concept name of the carbon footprint originates from the ecological footprint. In the case of climate change, the footprint is a metaphor for the total impact that something has. And carbon is shorthand for all the different greenhouse gases that are responsible for global warming. The total amount of greenhouse gases produced directly and indirectly supports human activities. It is usually expressed in equivalent tons of carbon dioxide ($C{O}_2$). It is called as carbon footprint.