Transformer nameplates reveal electrical identity, but not the carbon footprint of the product itself. This article argues for adding an Embedded Carbon Declaration (ECD) that reports cradle-to-gate emissions and links to verified LCA/EPD data via QR code. As grids decarbonize, this metric becomes essential for procurement, Scope 3 accounting, and real sustainability leadership.
Embedded Carbon Declaration on transformer nameplates: Towards transparency and accountability in transformer sustainability
This article argues for adding an Embedded Carbon Declaration (ECD) that reports cradle-to-gate emissions and links to verified LCA/EPD data via QR code.
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