CO2 Emission

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CO2 emission, in human language, refers to the release of carbon dioxide gas into the atmosphere as a

result of human activities. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a greenhouse gas that contributes to the greenhouse
effect and global warming.

Humans produce CO2 emissions through various activities, such as burning fossil fuels (coal, oil, and
natural gas) for energy, transportation, industrial processes, and deforestation. When these activities
release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, it accumulates and traps heat, leading to an increase in
global temperatures and climate change.

CO2 emissions are a significant environmental concern because they contribute to the enhanced
greenhouse effect, leading to changes in weather patterns, rising sea levels, melting ice caps, and other
adverse impacts on ecosystems and human livelihoods. High levels of CO2 emissions are primarily
associated with the burning of fossil fuels for energy production, which is a major driver of climate
change.

Reducing CO2 emissions is essential to mitigate climate change and its associated impacts. This can be
achieved through various means, such as transitioning to renewable and clean energy sources like solar,
wind, and hydroelectric power, improving energy efficiency, adopting sustainable transportation systems,
promoting reforestation and afforestation, and implementing carbon capture and storage technologies.

International efforts and agreements, such as the Paris Agreement, aim to limit global temperature rise
by reducing CO2 emissions and transitioning to a low-carbon economy. Individual actions, such as
conserving energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and supporting sustainable practices, also play a
crucial role in reducing CO2 emissions and combating climate change.

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