AWS Sustainability
Track carbon emissions on AWS
A console tool for viewing estimated carbon emissions from your AWS usage (Customer Carbon Footprint Tool) by service, Region, and time period, for sustainability reporting.
- Cost$ Low
- Difficulty●●●●●
- Costs money when idle?No
- Serverless
- In examsCLF
Think of it asLike an electricity meter with a CO2 conversion chart: you know how much you consume and emit.
When to use it
✓ Use it when
Companies that need emissions data for ESG reports.
✗ Avoid it when
Want to optimize costs → Cost Explorer / Compute Optimizer (which often helps reduce emissions too).
Common uses
- Get emissions data for ESG reports
- Compare emissions by Region
- Track progress on emissions reduction
What does it cost?
- Pricing model: No separate charge.
