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Table 3 Values for the factor X used in our framework as function of the different energy sources (in decreasing value of X)

From: A decision framework for placement of applications in clouds that minimizes their carbon footprint

Energy source

X value

Lignite/brown coal

950

Anthracite

870

Crude oil

640

Gas works gas

400

Natural gas

380

Nuclear power

66

Geothermal power

40

Biomass

30

Solar power

22

Hydroelectricity

15

Wind power

10