This assignment is investigating the use of carbon footprints to inform decisions in the
planning and operation of housing. You will apply you knowledge of carbon footprints and
life cycle thinking to calculate Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions (CLO 3). In addition, you will
critique the application of the tool (CLO 6) and in your group use your critical thinking skills to
solve open-ended problems (CLO 5).
Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions relate to where the emissions occur. Scope 1 are direct
emissions which occur on site, Scope 2 are those related with the supply of electricity, while
Scope 3 are associated with supply chain emissions. Scope 3 are typically difficult to
calculate, therefore you will estimate most of these emissions based on costs using input output analysis.
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