Hand Drying Footprint Calculator
Sustainability & EnvironmentEstimate the CO2 footprint of paper towel hand drying compared to trees needed to offset it.
Annual CO2 footprint
Yearly CO2 footprint from paper towel production for hand drying
Trees needed to offset
17.3810
Number of mature trees needed to absorb this much CO2 in a year
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are hand dryers more eco-friendly than paper towels?
In most cases, hand dryers produce a smaller carbon footprint than paper towels once you account for paper production and disposal, though air-drying without any device is the most eco-friendly option.
What is the annual CO2 footprint of 50 dries a day at 2 towels each?
At 10 g CO2 per towel, that usage produces about 365 kg of CO2 a year, requiring more than 17 mature trees to fully offset.
Does paper towel type matter?
Yes, recycled paper towels typically have a lower production footprint than virgin paper towels, though both still add up with high daily usage.
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