Compare physical shoot travel, hotel stays, sample transport and power with CGI production energy. The result includes editable factors, assumptions, exclusions and next checks before using the estimate externally.
Inputs
Enter the physical shoot plan and the CGI production energy estimate.
Crew, client and talent travelling to the shoot.
Set to 0 if products do not move for the shoot.
Workstations, rendering, review machines or supplier estimate.
Emission factors
Result
The result is shown first. The PDF downloads instantly.
Run the calculator to compare the physical shoot estimate with the CGI route.
Physical shoot
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kg CO2e estimate
CGI route
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kg CO2e estimate
Difference
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Estimate ready
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CGI
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Physical shoot components
CGI route components
Assumptions used
Next checks
Default factors are from the UK Government GHG Conversion Factors for Company Reporting 2025 flat file and the GHG Protocol Scope 3 calculation guidance. Factors are editable because supplier-specific data is better where available.
GOV.UK 2025 conversion factors
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GHG Protocol Scope 3 calculation guidance
XO3D Labs
About CGI Sustainability Savings Calculator
CGI Sustainability Savings Calculator is a free, browser-based tool from XO3D Labs. Compare a physical product shoot with a CGI production route using editable emissions factors, assumption notes, source references and next checks. It is built for brand, marketing and product teams, runs entirely in your browser with no signup or install, and is one of 70 free tools in the Labs suite.
What it does
The CGI Sustainability Savings Calculator estimates the carbon difference between a planned physical product shoot and a CGI production route. It covers people travel, hotel room nights, sample or kit van travel, shoot electricity, CGI production energy and optional CGI meeting travel, then separates the result into route totals and component drivers.
How to use it
Replace the sample values with the project plan, then adjust the emission factors if you have supplier-specific data. The result is shown in the browser first, and the estimate report PDF downloads instantly.
How to read the result
Use the estimate as an early decision frame, not a formal sustainability claim. The assumptions, source references, exclusions and next checks show what still needs supplier data or qualified review before using the figures externally.
Frequently asked questions
What does CGI Sustainability Savings Calculator do?
Compare a physical product shoot with a CGI production route using editable emissions factors, assumption notes, source references and next checks.
How accurate are the estimates?
The figures are indicative, based on typical industry rates and the inputs you provide. For a precise, project-specific quote, contact the XO3D team.
Is CGI Sustainability Savings Calculator free to use?
Yes. CGI Sustainability Savings Calculator is completely free, with no account, login, trial or paywall. It is one of 70 free tools published by XO3D Labs.
Do I need to install anything or sign up?
No. The tool runs entirely in your web browser on desktop and mobile - there is nothing to download, install or sign up for.
Who created this tool?
XO3D is a UK-based product CGI studio headquartered in Stevenage, working with brands across the UK and internationally. XO3D Labs is its free tool suite for the CGI and product-marketing community.