Understand GWP and CO2 equivalent calculations

See how KoudSmart applies GWP values to calculate CO2 equivalents.

KoudSmart uses GWP values to calculate CO2 equivalents for reporting.

This keeps climate impact data consistent across refrigerants.

Basic formula

CO2 equivalent in tonnes is based on refrigerant quantity and the refrigerant GWP value.

Why this matters

• different refrigerants have different climate impact
• reporting needs a comparable output
• incorrect refrigerant setup affects the final numbers

The calculation depends on the refrigerant that is configured and selected in the daily process.

Frequently asked questions

Do users calculate this manually?

No.

KoudSmart handles the calculation in the reporting flow.

Why does refrigerant selection matter?

Because each refrigerant can have a different GWP value.

Should I verify unexpected values?

Yes.

Unexpected results often point to incorrect setup or wrong transaction data.

Related topics

• Configure refrigerants
• Generate KoudSmart reports
• Understand refrigerant registration