A. Notice

The SK hynix CO₂ Calculator is subject to change without notice and is provided without warranty of any kind, express or implied. SK hynix does not make any presentations regarding the use, validity, accuracy orreliability 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 tree/kg CO₂ (US DOE, 1998)

C. Assumption

1. DIMM Operation hour
a. Server : 24hrs/day*365days
b. Desktop & Laptop : 8hrs/day*365days