household_emissions: Calculate household material emissions

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Calculate household material emissions

Description

Calculate household material emissions

Usage

household_emissions(
  household_residual_waste = 0,
  hh_waste_disposal = c("Landfill", "Combustion"),
  glass = 0,
  clothing = 0,
  glass_WD = 0,
  clothing_WD = 0,
  books_WD = 0,
  gcb_waste_disposal = c("Closed-loop", "Combustion", "Landfill"),
  food = 0,
  drink = 0,
  compost_from_garden = 0,
  compost_from_food_and_garden = 0,
  food_WD = 0,
  drink_WD = 0,
  compost_from_garden_WD = 0,
  compost_from_food_and_garden_WD = 0,
  compost_waste_disposal = c("Anaerobic digestion", "Combustion", "Composting",
    "Landfill"),
  board = 0,
  mixed = 0,
  paper = 0,
  board_WD = 0,
  mixed_WD = 0,
  paper_WD = 0,
  paper_waste_disposal = c("Closed-loop", "Combustion", "Composting", "Landfill"),
  fridges = 0,
  freezers = 0,
  large_electrical = 0,
  IT = 0,
  small_electrical = 0,
  alkaline_batteries = 0,
  LiIon_batteries = 0,
  NiMh_batteries = 0,
  fridges_WD = 0,
  freezers_WD = 0,
  large_electrical_WD = 0,
  IT_WD = 0,
  small_electrical_WD = 0,
  alkaline_batteries_WD = 0,
  LiIon_batteries_WD = 0,
  NiMh_batteries_WD = 0,
  electric_waste_disposal = c("Landfill", "Open-loop"),
  aluminuim_cans = 0,
  aluminuim_foil = 0,
  mixed_cans = 0,
  scrap = 0,
  steel_cans = 0,
  aluminuim_cans_WD = 0,
  aluminuim_foil_WD = 0,
  mixed_cans_WD = 0,
  scrap_WD = 0,
  steel_cans_WD = 0,
  metal_waste_disposal = c("Closed-loop", "Combustion", "Landfill", "Open-loop"),
  average = 0,
  average_film = 0,
  average_rigid = 0,
  HDPE = 0,
  LDPE = 0,
  LLDPE = 0,
  PET = 0,
  PP = 0,
  PS = 0,
  PVC = 0,
  average_WD = 0,
  average_film_WD = 0,
  average_rigid_WD = 0,
  HDPE_WD = 0,
  LDPE_WD = 0,
  LLDPE_WD = 0,
  PET_WD = 0,
  PP_WD = 0,
  PS_WD = 0,
  PVC_WD = 0,
  plastic_waste_disposal = c("Landfill", "Open-loop", "Closed-loop", "Combustion"),
  units = c("kg", "tonnes")
)

Arguments

household_residual_waste	Numeric value representing the amount of household residual waste. Household Residual Waste refers to waste that remains after all recyclable, compostable, and reusable materials have been removed through household recycling, composting, or other waste management activities. This type of waste is typically disposed of through methods such as landfill or incineration and often includes non-recyclable items. Default is 0.
hh_waste_disposal	Character value specifying the waste disposal method for waste (options: "Combustion", "Landfill"). Default is "Combustion". See details for more information.
glass	Numeric value representing the amount of glass material purchased. Default is 0.
clothing	Numeric value representing the amount of clothing material purchased. Default is 0.
glass_WD	Numeric value representing the amount of glass waste disposed. Default is 0.
clothing_WD	Numeric value representing the amount of clothing waste disposed. Default is 0.
books_WD	Numeric value representing the amount of books waste disposed. Default is 0.
gcb_waste_disposal	Character value specifying the waste disposal method for glass, clothing, and books waste (options: "Closed-loop", "Combustion", "Landfill"). Default is "Closed-loop". See details for more information.
food	Numeric value representing the amount of food purchased. Default is 0.
drink	Numeric value representing the amount of drink purchased. Default is 0.
compost_from_garden	Numeric value representing the amount of compost from garden waste purchased. Default is 0.
compost_from_food_and_garden	Numeric value representing the amount of compost from food and garden waste purchased. Default is 0.
food_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of organic food disposed of using waste disposal methods given in compost_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
drink_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of organic drink disposed of using the waste disposal method given in compost_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
compost_from_garden_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of compost from garden waste disposed of using waste disposal methods. Default is 0.
compost_from_food_and_garden_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of compost from garden and food waste disposed of using waste disposal methods. Default is 0.
compost_waste_disposal	Character value specifying the waste disposal method for compost waste (options: "Anaerobic digestion", "Combustion", "Composting", "Landfill"). Default is "Anaerobic digestion". See details for more information.
board	Numeric value indicating the weight of paperboard purchased. Default is 0.
mixed	Numeric value indicating the weight of mixed paper purchased. Default is 0.
paper	Numeric value indicating the weight of paper purchased. Default is 0.
board_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of paperboard disposed of using the waste disposal method given in paper_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
mixed_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of mixed paper disposed of using the waste disposal method given in paper_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
paper_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of paper disposed of using the waste disposal method given in paper_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
paper_waste_disposal	Character vector specifying the waste disposal method to use for calculating emissions. Possible values: "Closed-loop", "Combustion", "Composting", "Landfill". Default is "Closed-loop". See details for more information on these different options. "Closed-loop" is the process of recycling material back into the same product. "Combustion" energy is recovered from the waste through incineration and subsequent generation of electricity. "Compost" CO2e emitted as a result of composting a waste stream. "Landfill" the product goes to landfill after use.
fridges	Numeric value indicating the weight of fridges purchased. Default is 0.
freezers	Numeric value indicating the weight of freezers purchased. Default is 0.
large_electrical	Numeric value indicating the weight of large electrical items purchased. Default is 0.
IT	Numeric value indicating the weight of IT (Information Technology) equipment purchased. Default is 0.
small_electrical	Numeric value indicating the weight of small electrical items purchased. Default is 0.
alkaline_batteries	Numeric value indicating the weight of alkaline batteries purchased. Default is 0. An alkaline AA battery typically weighs around 23 grams (0.023kg). These are non-rechargeable batteries, used in: Day-to-day gadgets: Such as alarm clocks, electric shavers, remote controls, and radios Low-drain applications: Such as flashlights, portable radios, alarm clocks, remote controls, and toys Audiovisual equipment: Such as still digital cameras, strobe cameras, and portable liquid crystal TVs Game equipment: Such as game controllers and walkie talkies Other: Such as hearing aids and mosquito repellant devices
LiIon_batteries	Numeric value indicating the weight of Lithium-ion batteries purchased. Default is 0. Lithium-Ion batteries are often rechargeable and found in: Electronics: Cell phones, tablets, laptops, digital cameras, watches, and personal digital assistants Vehicles: Electric vehicles, E-bikes, hoverboards, and scooters Tools: Electric toothbrushes and other tools Power backup: Solar power backup storage, uninterrupted power supply (UPS), and emergency power backup Other: Pacemakers, toys, and clocks
NiMh_batteries	Numeric value indicating the weight of Nickel Metal Hydride batteries purchased. Default is 0. A Nickel Metal Hydride AA battery typically weighs around 31 grams (0.031kg). These tend to be rechargeable and found in: Portable devices: digital cameras, MP3 players, and GPS units. Vehicles: Hybrid and electric vehicles Power tools Other: medical instruments, toothbrushes, electric razors, and mobile phones.
fridges_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of fridges disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
freezers_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of freezers disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
large_electrical_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of large electrical items disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
IT_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of IT equipment disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
small_electrical_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of small electrical items disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
alkaline_batteries_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of alkaline batteries disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
LiIon_batteries_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of Lithium-ion batteries disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
NiMh_batteries_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of Nickel Metal Hydride batteries disposed of using the waste disposal method given in electric_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
electric_waste_disposal	Character vector specifying the waste disposal method to use for calculating emissions. Possible values: "Landfill", "Open-loop". Default is "Landfill". "Open-loop" is the process of recycling material into other products. "Landfill" the product goes to landfill after use.
aluminuim_cans	Numeric value indicating the weight of aluminum cans purchased. Default is 0.
aluminuim_foil	Numeric value indicating the weight of aluminum foil purchased. Default is 0.
mixed_cans	Numeric value indicating the weight of mixed metal cans purchased. Default is 0.
scrap	Numeric value indicating the weight of metal scrap purchased. Default is 0.
steel_cans	Numeric value indicating the weight of steel cans purchased. Default is 0.
aluminuim_cans_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of aluminum cans disposed of using the waste disposal method in metal_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
aluminuim_foil_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of aluminum foil disposed of using the waste disposal method in metal_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
mixed_cans_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of mixed metal cans disposed of using the waste disposal method in metal_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
scrap_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of metal scrap disposed of using the waste disposal method in metal_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
steel_cans_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of steel cans disposed of using the waste disposal method in metal_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
metal_waste_disposal	Character vector specifying the waste disposal method to use for calculating emissions. Possible values: "Closed-loop", "Combustion", "Landfill", "Open-loop". Default is "Closed-loop". See details for more information on the different methods. "Open-loop" is the process of recycling material into other products. "Closed-loop" is the process of recycling material back into the same product. "Combustion" energy is recovered from the waste through incineration and subsequent generation of electricity. "Landfill" the product goes to landfill after use.
average	Numeric value indicating the weight of an overall average plastic purchased. Default is 0.
average_film	Numeric value indicating the weight of average film plastic purchased. Default is 0.
average_rigid	Numeric value indicating the weight of average rigid plastic purchased. Default is 0.
HDPE	Numeric value indicating the weight of HDPE plastic purchased. Default is 0.
LDPE	Numeric value indicating the weight of LDPE plastic purchased. Default is 0.
LLDPE	Numeric value indicating the weight of LLDPE plastic purchased. Default is 0.
PET	Numeric value indicating the weight of PET plastic purchased. Default is 0.
PP	Numeric value indicating the weight of PP plastic purchased. Default is 0.
PS	Numeric value indicating the weight of PS plastic purchased. Default is 0.
PVC	Numeric value indicating the weight of PVC plastic purchased. Default is 0.
average_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of average plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
average_film_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of average film plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
average_rigid_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of average rigid plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
HDPE_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of HDPE plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
LDPE_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of LDPE plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
LLDPE_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of LLDPE plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
PET_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of PET plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
PP_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of PP plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
PS_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of PS plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
PVC_WD	Numeric value indicating the weight of PVC plastic disposed of using the waste disposal methods given in plastic_waste_disposal. Default is 0.
plastic_waste_disposal	Character vector specifying the waste disposal method to use for calculating emissions. Possible values: "Landfill", "Open-loop", "Closed-loop", "Combustion". Default is "Landfill". More information is given under details.
units	Character vector specifying the units of the emissions. Possible values: "kg", "tonnes". Default is "kg".

Details

⁠*_waste_disposal⁠ methods: "Open-loop" is the process of recycling material into other products. "Closed-loop" is the process of recycling material back into the same product. "Combustion" energy is recovered from the waste through incineration and subsequent generation of electricity. "Compost" CO2e emitted as a result of composting a waste stream. "Landfill" the product goes to landfill after use. "Anaerobic digestion" energy is recovered from the waste through anaerobic digestion.

Note on the Material Use and Waste Disposal from the Government UK Report 2024: "Material use conversion factors should be used only to report on procured products and materials based on their origin (that is, comprised of primary material or recycled materials). The factors are not suitable for quantifying the benefits of collecting products or materials for recycling." "The conversion factors presented for material consumption cover ... emissions from the point of raw material extraction through to the point at which a finished good is manufactured and provided for sale. Therefore, commercial enterprises may use these factors to estimate the impact of goods they procure. Organisations involved in manufacturing goods using these materials should note that if they separately report emissions associated with their energy use in forming products with these materials, there is potential for double counting. As many of the data sources used in preparing the tables are confidential, we cannot publish a more detailed breakdown."

"Waste-disposal figures should be used for Greenhouse Gas Protocol reporting of Scope 3 emissions associated with end-of-life disposal of different materials. With the exception of landfill, these figures only cover emissions from the collection of materials and delivery to the point of treatment or disposal. They do not cover the environmental impact of different waste management options."

Value

The calculated household emissions as a numeric value in tonnes.

Examples

household_emissions(glass = 100, clothing = 10, glass_WD = 10, units = "kg")

lilyclements/caRbon documentation built on April 17, 2025, 6:10 p.m.