Carbon Footprint Tracker Application
AN APPLICATION SOFTWARE/WEBSITE TO TRACK AND MAINTAIN CARBON
FOOTPRINT
Objective
Our application empowers individuals and organizations to monitor and manage
their carbon footprint. By logging daily activities and analysing emissions, it
offers actionable insights into environmental impact. Our platform encourages
sustainable choices, fosters accountability, and supports government efforts to
regulate emissions across sectors.
Concept and Novelty
This application's simplicity and adaptability set it apart. A preloaded database
with average carbon values simplifies logging, while custom entries ensure
relevance for unique activities. Unlike conventional tools, it integrates intuitive
logging with actionable data visualization, encouraging widespread adoption
among diverse users.
Technical Approach
Our project leverages modern technologies to deliver a responsive, secure, and
scalable platform:
Frontend: Developed using JavaScript, CSS, and Python for dynamic, user-
friendly interfaces.
Backend: Built with Python frameworks like Flask/Django and optionally
Node.js for scalable, real-time operations.
Database: MySQL ensures robust, structured data storage and smooth
backend integration.
Development Tools: Visual Studio Code is the primary IDE, with Postman
supporting API testing.
Deployment: Vercel provides scalable and accessible hosting solutions.
Future enhancements include converting the website into a cross-platform
mobile app using Flutter and integrating IoT capabilities via Raspberry Pi or
plugins for real-time tracking and automated data entry.
Implementation Plan
Phase I: Creating the foundational database and user interface.
Phase II: Integrating carbon tracking algorithms and refine functionality
through beta testing.
Phase III: Adding goal-setting features and deploy across web and mobile
platforms.
Potential Benefits
Our platform raises environmental awareness, encourages eco-friendly habits,
and supports data-driven policymaking. It fosters community-driven
sustainability efforts through potential updates, encouraging collective
accountability.
Future Prospects
Expansions include IoT-enabled data logging, real-time emissions tracking via
PUC certificates, and database growth through user contributions, aligning with
the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.