Last updated: 26.03.2024

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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) of the UK has consistently been at the forefront of carbon accounting, offering guidelines and conversion factors to help businesses, local authorities, and individuals measure their carbon footprints. Within the motorcycle sector, DEFRA's methodology is centered on fuel consumption as a significant source of carbon emissions. The guidelines take into account the emissions produced per liter of fuel consumed, recognizing the varying impacts of different fuel types and the efficiency of different motorcycle models.

DEFRA's guidelines are updated annually to incorporate the latest scientific research and to reflect changes in the UK's energy mix. They encourage manufacturers and users to transition towards more energy-efficient models and promote sustainable practices. Additionally, the comprehensive datasets provided by DEFRA help motorcycle manufacturers and riders understand the environmental implications of their choices, thus fostering more sustainable behaviors within the sector.

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Equation

co2_in_g = distance_in_km * co2_in_g_per_km

Factors considered by methodology:

API request

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  "expand": [
    "items"
  ],
  "items": [
    {
      "type": "motorcycle",
      "methodology": "DEFRA",
      "external_reference": "string",
      "origin": "Berlin, Germany",
      "destination": "Paris, France",
      "cc_range": "600cc_to_700cc"
    }
  ]
}

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