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## PACT Methodology Library

The `pact_methodology` library is an open-source Python implementation of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) [PACT Methodology](https://www.carbon-transparency.org). This methodology is designed to standardize the calculation of product carbon footprints (PCFs), enabling organizations and industries to track and reduce their environmental impact.

## About the PACT Methodology

The PACT Methodology, developed by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), provides a standardized methodology for calculating PCFs. This methodology aims to increase consistency and transparency in carbon accounting across various industries. Learn more about the framework on the Pathfinder website: [https://www.carbon-transparency.org](https://www.carbon-transparency.org)

## About ZeroTwentyFifty

The pact_methodology library is developed and maintained by ZeroTwentyFifty. Visit our website https://www.zerotwentyfifty.com to learn more about our work.

### Key Features
- **Standardized Compliance:** Ensures adherence to the latest PACT Methodology standards, facilitating carbon accounting consistency.
- **Data-Driven Decision Making:** Provides tools for data collection, manipulation, and analysis, empowering users to make informed decisions to reduce carbon emissions.
- **Integration with Ecosystems:** Can be integrated with various systems and tools, streamlining the carbon footprint management process.
- **Comprehensive Documentation:** Detailed documentation is available to guide users through the library's functionality and usage.

## Installation

To install the `pact_methodology` library, use the following command:


```bash
pip install pact_methodology
```

## Documentation

You can view the docs here: http://pathfinder-framework.readthedocs.io/


## Contributing

We welcome contributions to improve and extend the `pact_methodology` library. Please follow these guidelines:
- Open an issue to discuss proposed changes before submitting a pull request.
- Ensure code adheres to PEP 8 style guidelines.
- Include unit tests for new functionality.

## License

This project is released under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

## Learn More

For more information about the PACT Methodology and its applications, visit our blog post: [PACT Methodology Library Announcement](https://www.zerotwentyfifty.com/blog/pact-methodology-library).


**Contact**

For questions, feedback, or support, please email us at:

    contact@zerotwentyfifty.com
