Research Vessel Fuel & CO₂

Oceanographic research vessels. Outside CII scope; per-science-day intensity is the benchmark used by the International Research Ship Operators (IRSO).

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Formula, assumptions, and limits

\text{CO}_2^\text{year} = \sum_j F_j \cdot C_{f,j}

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
$F_j$	Mass of fuel $j$	t
$C_{f,j}$	CO₂ factor	t CO₂ / t fuel
$Bench (Science days / year)$	operational benchmark	d
$d_\text{op}$	Operating days	d

Source: IRSO - International Research Ship Operators; IMO MEPC.364(79) - Cf conversion factors

In short

Oceanographic research vessels.

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