Emission factor
R-404A — 3,943 kg CO₂e / kg
The emission factor for R-404A is 3,943 kg CO₂e per kg, based on IPCC AR5 (2014).
Factor details
| Value | 3,943 kg CO₂e |
|---|---|
| Unit | kg |
| Region | Region-independent |
| Category | Refrigerants (GWP) |
| Typical scope | Typically Scope 1 (fugitive emissions from your equipment). |
| Source | IPCC AR5, 2014 |
What this means
Refrigerant factors are global warming potentials (GWP): how many times more warming the gas causes than CO₂ over 100 years. Multiply the mass of refrigerant leaked by the GWP to get CO₂e.
Worked example
100 kg × 3,943 kg CO₂e = 394,300 kg CO₂e ≈ 394.3 t CO₂e.
Quick conversions
1 t = 3,943,000 kg CO₂e (3,943 t CO₂e)
Frequently asked questions
What is the emission factor for R-404A?
The emission factor for R-404A is 3943 kg CO₂e per kg, according to IPCC AR5 (2014).
How do I use an emission factor?
Multiply your activity data (in kg) by 3943 to get emissions in kg CO₂e, then divide by 1,000 for tonnes.