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Comprehensive Analysis of City Carbon Footprint from Energy Consumption in a District of the Central Region of Thailand |
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| Creator | 1. Sirawat Surachotivet 2. Jutarat Keawboonchu 3. Thibordin Sangsawang 4. Jiraporn Posin 5. Theeranan Orachun |
| Title | Comprehensive Analysis of City Carbon Footprint from Energy Consumption in a District of the Central Region of Thailand |
| Publisher | Thai Society of Higher Education Institutes on Environment |
| Publication Year | 2567 |
| Journal Title | EnvironmentAsia |
| Journal Vol. | 17 |
| Journal No. | 2 |
| Page no. | 28-37 |
| Keyword | Cabon emission, Carbon footprint, Greenhouse gas, Low-carbon city |
| URL Website | http://www.tshe.org/ea/index.html |
| Website title | EnvironmentAsia |
| ISSN | 1906-1714 |
| Abstract | A low-carbon city focuses on minimizing its carbon footprint by implementing sustainable practices across various sectors such as transportation, energy, waste management, and urban planning. The aim of this study is to evaluate city-wide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions and propose mitigation strategies using Carbon Footprint evaluation. Lam Luk Ka district in Pathum Thani Province served as a site for this case study. The calculation methods and parameters were referred to the IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories for the year 2019. The scope 1 of direct emissions from stationary and mobile combustion, the carbon footprint represents 13% of the total footprint in this city. The LPG usage for household activities was a major contributor with the 15 kg gas container being predominant, and diesel usage was also revealed as the primary contributor for mobile combustion in this direct fuel combustion in this area. The scope 2 of indirect emissions from electricity consumption, residential and commercial areas played substantial roles, with large-sized businesses contributing significantly, contributing 80% of the total scope 2 footprint in this city. The results indicate the need for energy-efficient practices, especially in residential areas, and targeted sustainability measures in the commercial sector. Scope 3, covering other indirect emissions, revealed greenhouse gas emissions from waste disposal and tap water usage, contributing 7% of the total footprint in this city. The transition of fuel types used in transportation and the adoption of solar cell technology for households are feasible approaches to reducing carbon emissions in the city |
