Overview

This module will walk you through how to use the Quick Start Carbon Calculator to estimate greenhouse gas emissions from your farming operations. It also gives an estimate of how much pasture growth and tree planting would be necessary to balance the emissions on your farm.

The tool will help you understand the key concepts around livestock emissions before using the MLA Carbon Calculator to conduct more detailed emissions estimates. 

This learning module should be started after completing the  Carbon 101 module.

Additional resources and further reading are available in the Materials tab.

Learning objectives

At the completion of this module, users will:

  • understand how to use the Quick Start Carbon Calculator
  • have calculated a rough estimate for the carbon balance of their enterprise. 

About Instructor

MLA, Nicon Rural & Pinion Advisory

The development of this eLearning module was from content based on original tool developed by Nicon Rural and modified by Pinion Advisory in consultation with Nicon Rural. A small group of producers were involved in piloting the tool before publishing. Disclaimer: MLA’s purpose is to foster the long-term prosperity of the Australian red meat and livestock industry by investing in research and marketing activities. Through it's subsidiary companies, MLA also accelerates innovation across the value chain and delivers the industry’s integrity and on-farm quality assurance programs. Care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in all eLearning modules. However, MLA cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information or opinions contained in the training packages. You should make your own enquiries before making decisions concerning your interests. MLA accepts no liability for any losses incurred if you rely solely on this material and excludes all liability as a result of reliance by any person on such information or advice. Apart from any use permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, all rights are expressly reserved. Requests for further authorisation should be directed to the Content Manager, PO Box 1961, North Sydney, NSW 2059 or info@mla.com.au. © Meat & Livestock Australia 2020 ABN 39 081 678 364. MLA acknowledges the matching funds provided by the Australian Government to support the research and development detailed in this eLearning module.

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Training package Includes

  • 6 Items
  • 2 Quizzes
  • Training package Certificate