Considering the characteristics of the analyzed methodology and their users, we can fit the 4 methodologies
presented in two main types: the EIB-EBRD model and AFD-WB model. Each of them presents both advantages
and disadvantages; however, given the studied aspect and the prerequisites of developing a measuring model for
grant funded projects, we considered appropriate to adopt certain features from each model, and to integrate also
other issues from existing methodologies in order to obtain a model simple to use but returning consistent results.
Thus, the most suitable model for evaluating GHG emissions from grant funded projects, will necessarily be
addressed to users with a low level of knowledge in carbon emissions and an insufficient awareness of GHG
emissions analysis importance. We have considered the difficulties encountered in the performance of the funding
programs in Romania in the first programming period 2007-2013, the low absorption rate of EU funds, the reduced
number of public awareness activities on problems caused by GHG emissions, the insufficient scientific literature
and research in this field on national level and the not necessarily favourable results of the Kyoto commitment.
Consequently, we propose a low complexity model for measuring the carbon footprint of investment projects,
accessible to any potential grant applicant. The model should integrate numerous preset scenarios, options and data