Carbon intensity

Emissions divided by a business measure such as revenue, units produced or employees.

Intensity lets companies of different sizes be compared and shows whether emissions are falling relative to growth. Absolute emissions still matter for climate targets.

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Reviewed 14 October 2026. General information, not legal advice.

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