carbonfriendly
Carbonfriendly is a term used to describe products, services, practices, or policies that aim to minimize greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide, across their lifecycle or operational phase. It encompasses actions that reduce energy use, shift to low-carbon energy sources, improve efficiency, or offset residual emissions. The concept appears in consumer contexts (carbonfriendly products and diets), corporate strategies (carbon-friendly operations and supply chains), and public policy (low-carbon infrastructure and planning).
Core approaches include energy efficiency improvements, electrification powered by renewable energy, decarbonization of transport (electric and
Critics warn of greenwashing, inconsistent accounting, and narrow scope, underscoring the need for transparent metrics, standardized
In policy and industry, carbon-friendly strategies are supported by measures such as carbon pricing, subsidies for
See also: carbon footprint, lifecycle assessment, carbon neutrality, sustainable development, greenwashing.