README.md

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title: GVFD Explorer
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sdk: gradio
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short_description: Chat interface for Global Value Factor Database

Global Value Factor Database Explorer

An AI-enhanced interactive chatbot that allows users to explore and calculate with the Global Value Factor Database - a comprehensive dataset that converts environmental and social impacts into monetary values (USD).

✨ Features

• 🤖 AI-Enhanced Responses: Local AI model provides intelligent, conversational responses
• 🔍 Smart Search: "Value factor for CO2 emissions in Germany"
• 🧮 Impact Calculations: Calculate monetary impacts using value factors
• 🌍 Country Analysis: Explore factors specific to different countries
• 📊 Category Filtering: Browse factors by environmental categories
• 💰 Completely FREE: Runs locally with no API costs

Dataset

Uses the Global Value Factor Database Refactor V2 from the International Foundation for Valuing Impacts (IFVI).

Coverage: 229 countries, multiple environmental categories, standardized monetary conversion factors.

Example Queries

• "Value factor for CO2 emissions in Germany"
• "Find air pollution factors for USA"
• "What's the water consumption factor in Japan?"
• "Calculate impact for 50 tons with factor 125.75"
• "Alternatives to methane factors if not available"

Perfect for researchers, sustainability professionals, ESG analysts, and environmental impact assessment.