A. Notice

The Hynix CO2 Calculator is subject to change without notice and is provided without warranty of any kind, express or implied. Hynix does not make any presentations regarding the use, validity, accuracy or reliability of CO2 Calculator or the results of the use of the tool. The entire risk arising out of the use of this tool remains solely with the customer. This tool is not for use by or for individual consumer purposes.

B. Reference

1. CO2 Conversion factor

a. US : 0.714 kg CO2/kWh (US Energy star)

b. South Korea : 0.495 kg CO2/kWh (MoE)

c. Others : (IEA, 2008)

2. Electricity Cost

a. US : $0.116/kWh (EIA, 2010)

b. Others : (IEA, 2008)

3. Virtual Trees

a. 0.0256 10 yr old

C. Assumption

1. The power of discrete graphics card is measured according to the work scenario of hynix at a component chip level.

2. Graphics Card Operation hour (Desktop & Laptop : 8hrs/day*365days)